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Rocanville potash mine temporarily closed following worker fatalityAn investigation is looking into the death of a worker at the Nutrien potash mine in Rocanville, Sask. which occurred on Sunday. Operations have been suspended until Wednesday.CanadaMay 21
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Sask. highway blocked after train derailment near Gull LakeA train derailment outside the community of Gull Lake, Sask., has caused highway closures and detours, according to Saskatchewan RCMP.CanadaJul 22
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Canadian Chamber of Commerce has a new president and CEO. Who is Candace Laing?Laing has served as chair of the chamber's board of directors since 2022 after joining the board in 2019, serving as its vice-chair from 2021 to 2022.CanadaJul 10
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Officials work to contain ‘limited infestation’ of zebra mussels at Manitoba’s Clear LakeAccording to Parks Canada, an adult zebra mussel was found Wednesday near Boat Cove, in Manitoba's Riding Mountain National Park, during a visual survey of the area.EnvironmentJul 19
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Federal government hosts show of support for Saskatchewan’s potash industryThe federal Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly stopped in at the Mosaic mine in Belle Plaine to highlight how important the potash industry is to the country.CanadaApr 26
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How will the potential rail strike impact Saskatchewan?The Saskatchewan Mining Association and Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan said the province will be impacted if the railway strike goes forward on May 22.CanadaMay 9
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Saskatoon morning news rewind: Thursday, March 21Here's a look back on who was on 'Global News Morning Saskatoon' for Thursday, March 21.CanadaMar 21
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Businesses, lake users fear ‘knee-jerk’ action by Parks Canada to combat zebra musselsAs ice continues its spring thaw in many parts of the country and boaters and paddlers gear up to hit the water, an invasive species that’s been slowly making its way westward across Canada for nearly four decades threatens to end the boating season before it even begins in Riding Mountain National Park. Parks Canada...CanadaApr 28
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Saskatchewan economic growth expected due to mining investment: Deloitte CanadaDeloitte Canada is expecting Saskatchewan to experience economic growth largely due to industry investment in mining.CanadaApr 1
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2021 Silton, Sask. train derailment caused by broken railThe Transportation Safety Board of Canada released the results of the investigation Tuesday, saying a west rail had cracked over time and broke when the train passed over it.CanadaMar 26
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Broken wheel cause of massive train derailment in 2020 near Hope, B.C.The TSB said no dangerous goods were involved, though six million kilograms of potash were spilled.CanadaFeb 27
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New schools, no tax increases and running a deficit: Highlights from the 2024-25 Sask. budgetThe 2024-25 Saskatchewan budget was released with a focus on "classrooms, care and communities."PoliticsMar 20
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Okanagan growers voice concerns over proposed apple commissionBC Fruit Growers is working to potentially form an apple marketing commission to support the industry, however, some local farmers believe it will only create more red tape.EconomyMar 11
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$1M donation to Kelowna General Hospital will boost Parkinson’s careBarry Humphreys left an indelible footprint in Canada's potash industry and now he will do the same in an area of health care that he knows all too well.HealthJan 31
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Saskatchewan GDP growth to surpass national average in 2024: forecastAccording to Deloitte Canada, Saskatchewan's GDP growth is forecasted to surpass the national average in 2024.EconomyJan 5
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Emissions, inflation and elections: Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe looks ahead at 2024Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe discusses emissions, inflation and an upcoming election in 2024.PoliticsDec 21, 2023
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Saskatchewan leaders head to Dubai for climate change conferenceCOP28 is an international climate summit where leaders and stakeholders from around the world to collaborate on issues related to climate change.CanadaNov 30, 2023
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Saskatchewan projects $250M deficit in mid year financial report, down $1.3BThe mid-year financial report says the deficit puts Saskatchewan down $1.3 billion from budget, as the province had initially forecast a surplus of more than $1 billion.CanadaNov 27, 2023
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Jansen mine expansion could indicate growth for SaskatoonBHP's Jansen mine was approved to start the second stage of development.EconomyNov 1, 2023
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Saskatchewan remote mining tech company says it’s ready to lead industryNutrien is pioneering the development of cutting-edge tele-remote mining technology in Saskatchewan, marking a significant step towards the future of mining.TechOct 30, 2023