For some, Valentine’s Day is a time of love, but for the Prince Albert SPCA, it’s a day to dunk on an ex. The animal shelter launched a unique fundraiser this February. Donors could pay to have a name of a former partner written on […]
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COVID-19 Pandemic Causing Uncertainty for First Nation Elections
Standing Buffalo Dakota Nation, located 65 kilometers east of Regina, is anticipating a band election later this summer where a new Chief and Council will be elected. First Nation band elections consist of a democracy voting for a new Chief and Council members who will […]
Saskatoon’s communist club has plans for the future
In the 2021 federal election, Communist Party candidate Jeremy Fisher received 100 votes in his riding, Saskatoon, University. Since then he’s had time to reflect on the election and his future in Saskatchewan politics. Fisher recalled the times when he faced opposition on his campaign […]
Mandatory bus pass returns for Winter semester
Education student Bryden Kletchko isn’t a fan of the pass. “Is it worth it to have a bus pass as part of my tuition?” said Kletchko, a third year University of Regina student who is upset about a mandatory fee for a service she doesn’t […]
Shop Owner Bouncing Back After Vandalism
After being the target of recurring acts of vandalism, Vuong Pham said he and his employees are relieved that charges were laid against a 46-year-old Regina man. “I felt relieved quickly,” said Pham, who went on to explain how the community’s support helped to carry […]
Childcare workers continue to carry heavy responsibility amidst the pandemic
As Saskatchewan continues to fight against rising COVID-19 case numbers, those working in childcare have been concerned with both the safety and quality of care for the children they work with. Currently, all Regina Public and Catholic schools have temporarily been moved to online learning […]
Update From The Wild West: District of Cactus
The District of Cactus is a bit behind schedule, but Dan Cole’s plan to turn Kennedy Sask. into an old western town is still moving along The slow progress does not bother Dan Cole on his quest. In fact, progress is the antagonist in this […]
The work from Camp Hope continues after disbandment
Former coordinators from Camp Hope have been “healing and unpacking” since the tent village disbanded. “We were always on edge; we were always on guard and it’s hard to wind down,” said Shylo Stevenson, one of eight former coordinators. “So that’s why many of us […]
COVID-19 and gathering limits; a tale as old as time
Many Saskatchewan residents are concerned that despite the high numbers of COVID-19 cases, the province has not yet implemented strict gathering limits in 2022, despite Chief Medical Health Officer Dr. Saqib Shahab’s warnings. “I think in theory gathering limits would work and at the beginning […]
Students upset about state of on-campus voting program
Jorah Bright standing in Kisik Towers on the University of Regina campus. Photo by Gillian Massie. Some post-secondary students are feeling defeated after the 2021 Federal Election due to lack of information and access to services. First-time voter Jorah Bright was excited for the opportunity […]
