Tag Archives: Business & Economy

Push on for Alberta bottle depots to accept cannabis containers for refunds
EDMONTON - The group that oversees bottle depots in Alberta says people should be allowed to drop off cannabis containers and get a small refund just as they do for bottles and cans.The Alberta Bottle...
Sep 03, 2020

Local businesses looking to apply for CEBA assistance
More businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic will have opportunities at government assistance, which comes as welcome news to the Battlefords.The federal government announced the expansion and ex...
Sep 02, 2020

North Battleford ready to offer commercial tax subsidy
During tax notice time in North Battleford, struggling businesses now have a chance to get some additional economic relief.The city launched the new commercial tax subsidy to help alleviate financial ...
Sep 02, 2020

BBEX awards to take place at Capitol Theatre
After a difficult year, the Battlefords Chamber of Commerce is looking to help businesses in the region celebrate by enjoying a unique night out at the cinema.The 28th Annual Battlefords Business Exce...
Sep 01, 2020

Black bear hunting season open with secondary licence, density increasing
The fall bear hunt began this week for Saskatchewan residents and hunters now have two opportunities to hunt for bear in the parkland and forest fringe. This year, a second black bear hunting licence ...
Aug 27, 2020

Canada's broadcasters seek more government help amid COVID pandemic
Canada's private broadcasters want more emergency assistance from the federal government and changes from the regulatory body - the Canadian Radio-Television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) -...
Aug 26, 2020

Destination Battlefords launching tourism campaign this week
Destination Battlefords is set to officially launch its marketing campaign, in conjunction with tourism partners across the country."Battlefords Nice" is the push to increase tourism in the region ami...
Aug 25, 2020

Destination Battlefords renews Town agreement, celebrates Russ Brown
In trying to bounce back from the significant impact COVID-19 had on the tourism sector, Destination Battlefords is working closely with local partners for the coming months and years.The Town of Batt...
Aug 24, 2020

Vacation interest remains in spite of pandemic
The tourism sector has been hit hard during the COVID-19 pandemic, but people are still trying make the best of what vacation possibilities are available.Local tourism has picked up in the Battlefords...
Aug 24, 2020

Battleford expects 2020 budget to remain on target despite pandemic
Despite the restrictions of the COVID-19 pandemic, revenues and expenses for the Town of Battleford are at acceptable levels to keep upcoming projects on tract, according to Finance Director David Gil...
Aug 21, 2020