Local Business

The hospitality industry has been one of the hardest hit by the effects of COVID-19. Changing rules, guidelines and safety protocols to keep patrons safe have made operating a successful restaurant very challenging in 2020.

From left, city manager Jeff Ward, Mayor Roy Ludwig, and Tim Hortons Estevan franchisees Ryan and Mandy Irwin participated in a cheque presentation for $8,365 on Monday.

Affinity Credit Union has announced the closure of their Estevan location due to a positive case of COVID-19.

Small business owners shifted their communication with customers from in-person to digital channels as a result of COVID-19 and the trend toward digital is projected to continue, according to a report by the Canadian Federation of Independent Busines

The Third Day Training Centre, a school to train semi truck drivers to get their Class 1 licenses, is now under new ownership.

The City of Estevan has amended its incentive program for the Glen Peterson Business Park in the east end of the city. Estevan city council approved the amended policy during its meeting on Sept. 22.

The federal government has announced additional funding through the Canada Coal Transition Initiative (CCTI) for Estevan and other communities affected by the transition away from coal-fired power generation.

Glacier FarmMedia (GFM) and Saskatchewan Polytechnic have established a new position to coordinate applied research projects designed to address practical issues faced by farmers in Western Canada.

A number of fundraisers are scheduled in the community for those looking to support the United Way Estevan’s upcoming telethon. One of the first will be the second annual Oil-a-thon at the Great Canadian Oil Change in Estevan on Oct. 1.

The most recent Burgers for a Cause fundraiser in Estevan, hosted by Black Beard’s Restaurant in the Days Inn, was the best yet. The fundraiser on Tuesday raised $2,720 for the Estevan Gymnastics Club.