Author Archives: Syndicated Content

More than 400 U.S. health-care workers have been hired by B.C., Premier Eby says
VICTORIA - A recruitment campaign in the United States has allowed British Columbia to hire more than 400 health-care professionals in less than a year. Premier David Eby and Health Minister Josie Osb...
Wolfgang Depner, The Canadian Press Mar 17, 2026

New fee hikes come under fire from NDP
REGINA — The opposition New Democrats quickly pounced Monday after word from the government of a number of fee increases. The increases included a hike in the SGI basic plate insurance deductibl...
John Cairns Mar 17, 2026

Tickets announced for Saskatchewan Roughriders, Winnipeg Blue Bombers CFL preseason game in Saskatoon at Griffiths Stadium
The Saskatchewan Roughriders are heading back to Saskatoon, and fans won’t have to wait long to grab their seats. The club announced ticket details for its preseason game in the Bridge City, mar...
Dave Thomas Mar 17, 2026

CAF 'not engaged' in 'prosecution' of Iran war: defence minister
BRAMPTON - Defence Minister David McGuinty says Canadian Armed Forces members are "not engaged" in the "prosecution" of the war against Iran. McGuinty was asked today at a news conference whether the ...
The Canadian Press Mar 17, 2026

Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe says deficit budget aims to protect public services
REGINA - Saskatchewan's finance minister is planning to wear the same shoes for budget day that he sported last year, saying they're indicative of the province's response to uncertain times. Jim Reite...
Jeremy Simes, The Canadian Press Mar 17, 2026

Longest ballot protest group returns, targets byelection in Terrebonne
OTTAWA - The group that recruited hundreds of people to run against the Conservative leader in last spring's election and last summer's byelection says it's now targeting the hotly contested vote in T...
Sarah Ritchie, The Canadian Press Mar 17, 2026
Award winner artist shares love of music with seniors
PREECEVILLE — Jackie Guy, an award-winning performer and artist, performed for seniors and guests at the Preeceville Personal Care Home for an afternoon of music and fellowship on March 2. &ldqu...
Liz Jacobsen Mar 17, 2026

CRA worker arrested for identity theft and trafficking information in Vancouver
VANCOUVER - A worker with the Canada Revenue Agency in Vancouver has been arrested and charged with identity theft and trafficking private information after a four-year investigation. The RCMP's feder...
Canadian Press Mar 17, 2026

More rain for B.C. in latest atmospheric river event after more than 100mm dumped
VANCOUVER - More heavy rain is in the forecast for British Columbia's coastal regions as a series of atmospheric rivers rolls in after the first deluge dropped more than 100 millimetres. Environment C...
Canadian Press Mar 17, 2026

SPORTS SCOPE: SJHL’s most exciting time arrives
The regular season is over in the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League, and if you love junior hockey, this is when the calendar really matters. The Canterra Seeds Cup playoffs are here, and this year&rs...
Benny Walchuk Mar 17, 2026










