Murray Wood: Is this one of those times when money might be better in the government's pockets?
Windfall profits on oil are prompting a break in the federal fuel excise, but Saskatchewan isn't following suit. Murray ...
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Communication regulator considers changes to extend reach of national alerting system
OTTAWA - Rural municipalities, Indigenous organizations and civil society groups are calling for changes to ensure people in remote parts of Canada receive emergency alerts during a crisis. The sugges...
Dec 22, 2025
B.C.'s David Eby 'not seeking' 2026 election, after year that tested NDP coalition
VICTORIA - It should have been a very bad day for David Eby's government. But on Dec. 3, the morning after the pending closure of the pulp mill in Crofton, B.C., was announced with the loss of 350 job...
Dec 22, 2025
N.B. premier says 2025 set foundation for health care — and 2026 is about results
FREDERICTON - With increased pay for nurses, a $270-million deal for doctors and 11 new collaborative care clinics, New Brunswick Premier Susan Holt says her party spent the year building a foundation...
Dec 22, 2025
A tariff exemption was Canada’s salvation in 2025. It’s 'absolutely' at risk in 2026
OTTAWA - U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff campaign appeared to move at a breakneck pace towards Canada's economy this year. But beyond threats of double-digit tariff rates and sharp pain in manufa...
Dec 22, 2025
Manitoba premier plans to target 'differential pricing' for groceries in new year
WINNIPEG - The Manitoba government is looking at cracking down on so-called "differential pricing" on groceries and implementing further controls on milk as part of its ongoing attempts to contain the...
Dec 22, 2025
Significant increase in the circulation of counterfeit bills in retail stores
MONTREAL - The Retail Council of Canada is sounding the alarm about a significant increase in fake $20, $50 and $100 bills being circulated since November. The association reports it has detected more...
Dec 21, 2025
Hundreds of public servants to learn about job cuts after holiday break
OTTAWA - Federal public servants are expected to learn about job cuts in their departments when they return from their holiday break. Departments such as Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, Environ...
Dec 21, 2025 A worker walks past the West Block on Parliament Hill in Ottawa. (THE CANADIAN PRESS files/Adrian Wyld)
'It's almost like a reunion': Customers celebrate as Peavey Mart plans return to Saskatchewan
Peavey Mart is beginning to re-establish its footprint in Alberta and Saskatchewan, as recently reopened stores draw strong customer response and additional locations are confirmed for the next phase....
Dec 20, 2025 Peavey Mart will be opening new locations in Alberta and Saskatchewan. (650 CKOM file photo)
Manitoba committee recommends tax credits and advertising to support local journalism
WINNIPEG - A report from a committee set up by the Manitoba government is recommending tax credits and government advertising to support media outlets, but the report is not unanimous. The committee, ...
Dec 19, 2025
Alberta minister, new permanent chief health officer eye renewed collaboration
EDMONTON - Alberta's primary care minister and its first permanent chief medical officer of health since the last one was fired say they're looking forward to working together as the province enters a...
Dec 19, 2025
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Sarah Mills: The president has tested the faithful
There may be some who worship U.S. President Donald Trump, but like the Beatles before him, Sarah Mills says the preside...
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The Evan Bray Show - Wednesday, April 15
On Wednesday's show, Evan finds out who Saskatchewan's Smartest Radio Listener is, talks with some NHL legends and conti...