Coping with higher interest rates, Back to Batoche Days, and the Saskatoon SPCA seeks a home for Dixie.
Here’s your morning rewind for the Thursday, July 13, edition of Global News Morning Saskatoon.
The impact of higher interest rates on Saskatchewan households
The Bank of Canada raised rates again on July 12, up a quarter point to five per cent, as it tries to get a handle on inflation.
But the higher interest rates are really starting to take their toll on household budgets, especially for people with variable mortgages.
Michelle Statz, a licensed insolvency trustee, looks at the impact they are having on Saskatchewan residents and some ideas on how to cope with higher interest rates.
Celebrating Métis culture at Back to Batoche Days
The Back to Batoche Days festival celebrates Métis culture and language.
This year’s theme is “the year of youth,” honouring the next generation of Métis leaders.
Métis Nation-Saskatchewan president Glen McCallum along with Kristi Ross look at the history of the festival and the events and activities taking place.
Playful puppy Dixie seeks a home in Adopt a Pet
Dixie is a playful puppy currently at the Saskatoon SPCA and in need of a new place to call home.
Jemma Omidian from the shelter looks at the best type of home for Dixie.
Omidian also discusses what to expect when you are expecting a new puppy.
Saskatoon’s top headlines: Thursday, July 13
Chris Carr has Saskatoon’s top headlines for Thursday, July 13.