Local Business

• Another hit to the Canadian wallet, US tariffs loom over consumers

  With a new tariff deadline approaching, Canadian businesses and shoppers are bracing for another wave of price increases.

  Consumer

  Jul 25
  
• With U.S. tariff decision on hold, Sask. businesses use ‘breathing time’ to prep

  With the threat of U.S. tariffs still looming, small businesses in Saskatoon are stocking up, seeking homegrown suppliers and joining the 'buy Canadian' culture shift.

  Canada

  Feb 6
  
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• ‘A luxury’: X-Ray Records set to close its doors after 38 years in Regina

  X-Ray Records was established in 1987, but it is set to close its doors this February as sales and foot traffic dwindle.

  Canada

  Jan 24
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• Sunshine, warm weather brings return of patio season in Lethbridge

  The City of Lethbridge says there were 13 permits issued for patios, street vendors and parklets last year and the city is anticipating more as summer approaches.

  Canada

  May 10, 2024
• Whitby, Ont. business seeing boost after Oprah recognition

  Local Ajax woman seeing boost in business after being featured on Oprah’s favorite items list over the holidays.

  Canada

  Jan 25, 2024
• Who’s responsible for clearing away snow in Lethbridge?

  "We remind business owners on a fairly regular basis that they are responsible for removing the snow, directly outside their front door.  ..."

  Consumer

  Jan 17, 2024
• Regina mistletoe market gives shoppers chance to buy local, fight inflation

  The RCMP Heritage Centre in Regina hosted it’s first ever mistletoe market Saturday, featuring local products and vendors with a wide variety of holiday décor and gifts.

  Canada

  Nov 25, 2023
• Calgary Marda Loop businesses close, cut losses as construction curbs access

  The ongoing construction chaos in the Calgary community of Marda Loop has closed roads, sidewalks and now some businesses.

  Traffic

  Nov 9, 2023
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• Saskatoon staple Broadway Street fair returns

  Forty years of the community's annual street fair brought out many local businesses, with hand crafted wares lining the streets for thousands to take in.

  Canada

  Sep 9, 2023
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• Okanagan filmmakers’ documentary now streaming on Amazon, Tubi

  Wendy McAlpine and her daughter Renee Braun came up with a unique way to support local business owners by including them in a documentary called 'When Life Gives You a Pandemic.'

  Lifestyle

  Jul 27, 2023