Author Archives: Craig Silliphant

With the mercury dipping in Saskatoon, many are taking shelter in their own homes or businesses. But not all of Saskatoon's residents have that privilege. That was part of the reasoning behind the dec...

A uranium mine in northern Saskatchewan is temporarily suspending production due to "increasing risks posed" by COVID-19. Cameco operates the Cigar Lake uranium mine, which now has three positive case...

It's uncharted territory in 2020- a winter cold snap on the prairies. With the mild winter welcomed by many, it seems as though Saskatchewan is settling in to a brief, short shot of cold air for the n...

There's a new business in Saskatoon looking to capitalize on all the pent-up anger and frustration brought on in 2020. Called YXE Smash Therapy Inc., the small location on 71st Street does exactly wha...

Saskatchewan's Indigenous population continues to grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic, along with vaccine availability. On Dec. 2, the Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations (FSIN) called for First...

Curling clubs in Saskatoon have been left wondering about the future of curling during a sports pause that's expected to continue into the new year. The province restricted sports and recreation to gr...

Saskatoon's Sawyihtotn Pilot Project is now in its third month, looking to lend a helping hand to the city's vulnerable community. The project is headed by the Saskatoon Tribal Council (STC) and has t...

Nutrien is working to contain COVID-19 outbreaks at two of its mines. As of Wednesday, the world’s largest potash producer has outbreaks declared by the Saskatchewan Health Authority at its Roca...

Former Saskatoon resident Jade Jamison and her husband have strictly shopped online since the COVID-19 pandemic began in March. Using pickup and no-contact delivery, the couple hasn't had too many iss...

The Government of Saskatchewan is hoping changes to potash regulations will help create new investment and innovation in the sector. The province announced amendments to The Potash Production Tax Regu...