Canora Courier

Saskatchewan’s unemployment rate was 4.7 per cent (seasonally adjusted) in August 2015, down from 5.2 per cent in July. For 23 straight months, Saskatchewan has had the lowest unemployment rate among the provinces.

As we headed into the long weekend, $250 million worth of projects improving highways, bridges, culverts, and an airport are underway across the province. Travellers are asked to watch for bridge replacements on Highway No.

As children head back to school, the Government of Saskatchewan and all health officials would like to encourage parents to ensure their children’s vaccinations are up to date, especially those just entering Kindergarten.

On August 31, the provincial finance minister, Kevin Doherty, released the 2015-16 first quarter financial report, which shows that forest fires and the decline in oil prices have put the province’s finances into a deficit position after the first qu

Providing families with a clear vision for the future is what wealth management is all about, says Glenn Dutchak, who opened the 20Twenty Wealth Management Canora branch at 213 Main Street at the beginning of September.

Saskatchewan Government Insurance (SGI) is enhancing service for customers through a new program that allows Saskatchewan vehicle owners to have some vehicle damage estimated at accredited auto repair firms.

Canora town council decided at the September 1 meeting to contribute $106,662 towards the total cost of new Collaborative Emergency Centre (CEC) project at Canora Hospital. The total cost of the project is estimated at almost $1 million.

( see Photo Gallery below ) The mudder obstacle course challenge on Saturday had everything a kid would want – getting covered with mud from head to toe, a lot of fresh air and exercise, a lot of laughs and happy family time.

The new mentorship program offered through the Sunrise Health Region is a wonderful way for new employees to become more adapt and confident in their new roles, says Phyllis Olynyk, the regional mentorship contractor.