Tag Archives: Business & Economy

Western Canada seeks LNG, energy pledges in Liberals' Indo-Pacific strategy
OTTAWA - As the Trudeau government fleshes out its Indo-Pacific strategy, Western Canada is seeking more certainty from the Liberals on expanding energy exports to Asia. "There are people in Ottawa wh...
Mar 11, 2023

Celebrating women in the newsroom in Sask.
March 8 marks International Women's Day, a day to recognize the achievements of women around the world.Staff at paNOW and its sister websites are taking the time to recognize the women who have dedica...
Mar 08, 2023

MPs meet with grocery store bosses, but will it change anything?
MPs are expected to grill top executives from Canada's grocery store industry as many Saskatchewan residents hold off purchasing costlier items.The CEOs and presidents of Loblaw Cos. Ltd., Metro Inc. ...
Mar 08, 2023

Grand opening for Boreal Colours set for Monday
A new hair salon in La Ronge is only days away from opening. "Grand opening is Monday," owner Karli Carr said. "We are having like a meet and greet with snacks and then Tuesday we will have clients."O...
Mar 04, 2023

Métis community leaders recognized for their service
Perry Vermette, Owner of Vermette Wood Products, jokes when he was first received notice he was receiving a Queen's Platinum Jubilee Medal, his first instinct as someone who shys away from public atte...
Feb 28, 2023

What to know as you get ready for tax season
Tax season is now upon us in Canada and there are some deadlines and things you should already know before you file.This year, the deadline to file your taxes is on May 1, as the usual date of April 3...
Feb 25, 2023

La Ronge liquor permit sells for $3.27 million, highest sale yet in auction
The auction for the SLGA liquor permit for La Ronge closed Thursday at a staggering $3.27 million. The auction was due to end at 2 p.m., but a bidding war continued for more than an hour and it was fi...
Feb 23, 2023

Star Diamond showcasing gems on social media
Star Diamond is showcasing a different diamond every day on social media, throughout the month of February.The company is doing it to remind people the company has already found tens of thousands of d...
Feb 23, 2023

Northern Sask. flight company says demand overwhelming amid pilot shortage
Barry O'Brien spent last summer flying solo as the only full-time pilot at his own company.As the owner and operator of Voyage Air, O'Brien said he'd like to employ four full-time pilots in addition t...
Feb 23, 2023

'Lesser of two evils': La Ronge council votes to bid up to $1.25 million for SLGA permit
In spite of efforts from local residents to stop La Ronge council from pursuing the purchase of the SLGA liquor license, all members in attendance voted to proceed. In specific, town council with the ...
Feb 17, 2023