Saskatchewan will offer paid leave to victims of domestic violence
The Saskatchewan Coroners Service says that over the last 14 years, 71 people have died in domestic homicides – more than half of them women. Continue reading
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’60s Scoop apology made by Saskatchewan NDP, requests for records continue
Ryan Meili said past Saskatchewan NDP governments share responsibility for the carrying out the ’60s Scoop policy that affected many lives. Continue reading
Saskjobs.ca gets boost from Saskatchewan government
Saskjobs.ca is getting a funding boost from the provincial government to maintain the website, along with the National Job Bank service. Continue reading
SAID program recipients to see more money, tax exempt income
By David Baxter Reporter
“So we wanted to be able to give them the opportunity when it works for them throughout the year,” Paul Merriman said. Continue reading
‘It’s nice to get a thank you’: Sask. introduces volunteer firefighter tax credit
By David Baxter Reporter
Volunteer firefighters and other first responders will be able to claim a new $3,000 tax credit as part of the Saskatchewan 2019-20 budget. Continue reading
Producers not happy with changes to Saskatchewan’s potash production tax
Potash producers say they will be subject to highest royalty and tax rates in the world with changes to Saskatchewan’s potash production tax. Continue reading
Education sector says Sask. budget falls short of financial pressures
By David Baxter Reporter
Saskatchewan’s school boards and teacher’s union both say they appreciate increased funding, but it isn’t keeping up with rising costs and growing classrooms. Continue reading
Former premier Brad Wall A-OK on Saskatchewan’s 2019-20 budget
Balancing the budget was part of a three-year plan that began in the 2017-18 budget. Total spending for the 2018-19 budget is forecasted at about $15 million. Continue reading
Tax credit unveiled for volunteer firefighters in Saskatchewan
The 2019-20 provincial budget contains new, non-refundable tax credits for volunteer firefighters in Saskatchewan. Continue reading
$706M budgeted for Saskatchewan’s highways and roads in 2019-20
The 2019-20 Saskatchewan budget invests $706.1 million in highways and roads with a focus on improving safety. Continue reading