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Government Provides Assistance To Northern Residents Impacted By Power Outage Caused By Wildfires
Financial support is being made available to northern Saskatchewan residents who were impacted by the power outage from May 14, 2023, at approximately 3 p.m. to May 17, 2023, at 1:15 a.m. This power outage was the result of unseasonably dry conditions and wildfire activity. “We recognize the impact that recent power outages have had […]
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Charitable Gaming Grants Total More Than $1.9 Million For Local Groups and Organizations
May 18, 2023 More than 1,300 groups and organizations in the province are benefitting from the latest quarterly payment of charitable gaming grants totalling approximately $1.9 million. “Groups and organizations who receive these grants do so because of their hard work strengthening their communities,” Minister Responsible for the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority Lori Carr […]
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Capital Projects Progressing Thanks To Largest Infrastructure Investment In Saskatchewan History
May 17, 2023 Work is underway on projects across Saskatchewan, through the Government of Saskatchewan’s record $3.7 billion capital plan. Executive government ministries are investing $1.7 billion in infrastructure this year, including $337.6 million in health care capital, $152.3 million in education projects, $58.9 million in post-secondary capital, $442.9 million in transportation infrastructure, $348.1 million […]
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$92.4 Million for First Nation and Métis Communities through Gaming Payments
April 19, 2023 The 2023-24 provincial budget sees a continued investment in First Nation and Métis communities across Saskatchewan. This budget sets out targeted investments to support First Nation and Métis services and initiatives, including a record-setting $92.4 million in gaming payments, thanks to the estimated casino profits, as well as the estimated new online […]
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FSIN Concerns ahead of Government of Canada 2023-24 Budget
March 27, 2023 Treaty 6 Territory, Saskatoon SK – The Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations (FSIN) is seeking assistance in the Government of Canada’s federal 2023-24 Budget to help First Nations people cope with substantial socioeconomic inequality compared with non-Indigenous Canadians due to the impacts of colonization. The 2022 Budget committed a total of $11 […]
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Budget 2023-24: Growth That Works For Everyone
March 22, 2023 Saskatchewan’s 2023-24 Provincial Budget, tabled today by Deputy Premier and Finance Minister Donna Harpauer, has a projected $1.0 billion surplus, driven by an economy that is leading the nation and creating thousands of new jobs. “Saskatchewan is growing at its fastest pace in more than a century,” Harpauer said. This budget is […]
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Record Investment in First Nation and Métis Communities in Saskatchewan
March 22, 2023 The 2023-24 Provincial Budget sees continued investment in First Nation and Métis communities across Saskatchewan. Approximately $249.1 million in targeted funding will be provided for First Nation and Métis people and organizations, representing an increase of more than 6.8 per cent from last year’s budget. “The Government of Saskatchewan continues to partner with […]
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Volunteer Groups And Organizations Benefit From Latest Charitable Gaming Grants
March 1, 2023 The provincial government is providing approximately $1.5 million to groups and organizations that raise money through charitable gaming activities. “The work of our friends and neighbors displays that the spirit of volunteerism is strong in Saskatchewan,” Minister Responsible for the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority Lori Carr said. “Our government is pleased […]
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Funding to advance equality for 2SLGBTQI+ communities in Saskatchewan
From: Women and Gender Equality Canada Every Canadian deserves to fully participate in all spheres of society, regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation. Too often, 2SLGBTQI+ communities face discrimination, violence and barriers, which prevents them from actively participating in the social, political and economic aspects of society. Today, the Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for […]
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First Nations Bank of Canada (FNBC) Announces CEO Transition Plan
First Nations Bank of Canada (FNBC) Announces CEO Transition Plan Founding CEO Keith Martell to retire; Bill Lomax hired to new executive role SASKATOON – First Nations Bank of Canada (FNBC) is pleased to announce the hiring of William (Bill) Lomax to the newly created position of Chief Operating Officer (COO) as the initial step […]
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