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Will the one major project negatively impact the other?

Will the one major project negatively impact the other?

Will the now colossal Regina bypass project create a negative impact on the provincial Ministry of Highway’s intention of twinning Highways 39 and 6 (south)? The fact these two major construction events are rolling out in tandem with a similar time l
Differences between politicking and governing

Differences between politicking and governing

The Editor: Having lived many years in Saskatchewan and over a decade in our bumpy road Estevan, I have seen the difference between politicking and governing in my time. Politicking is playing for instant favour with the people.
Equalization payments should flow through pipelines

Equalization payments should flow through pipelines

Premier Brad Wall hit the nail on the head going into the mid-July premier’s conference when he said, “Maybe we should send equalization payments through a pipeline to get one approved in Central Canada.
Pick your poison wisely

Pick your poison wisely

The next time someone complains about an oil spill, bring up the impact of forest fires to make the point that fires due more harm to people, property and the environment than oil spills.
S-10 is more than a Chevy pickup

S-10 is more than a Chevy pickup

Chevrolet used to make a compact pickup known as the S-10. But that term has a whole new meaning in Saskatchewan. The Saskatchewan Upstream Petroleum Industry Associated Gas Conservation Directive S-10 was brought into effect July 1, 2011.
Getting What You Don't Want

Getting What You Don't Want

On a hot August day I stood with my husband and kids by the Kicking Horse River listening to the safety orientation by the guides as we prepared to take on the thrill of white water rafting.
Can someone who eats meat care about animals?

Can someone who eats meat care about animals?

The other day I came across an internet post written about Cecil the Lion being killed and it involved the standpoint of “It’s hard for me to empathize with those of you who are upset about the recent killing of an innocent lion, yet choose to eat an
Pro/Con Fitness Trackers

Pro/Con Fitness Trackers

Go Gadgets! Lynne Bell I don't own a Fitbit (yet?) but I did have to replace my phone recently. And unbeknownst to me, a little app was tracking my steps. Creepy? Yes. But also highly-motivating.
What if?

What if?

It was a warm, sunny, pretty much perfect day at the lake. (Is there any other kind?) The big guys were gone golfing and the ladies were at the beach, relaxing. Only one problem.
Making the most of a federal campaign

Making the most of a federal campaign

Are we really ready for this? Are we truly prepared for a 78-day federal election campaign? Apparently so, according to the brain trusts in the Prime Minister’s Office.
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