Business & Economy

Community roundtable explores ways to boost local tourism

Community groups from across the Battlefords say strengthening the region's identity and working together are essential to drawing more visitors."I think from what I see here, you see a lot of differe...

May 08, 2025

Poultry producers on alert after avian flu infects three Saskatchewan flocks

No commercial poultry farms in Saskatchewan have encountered avian flu yet, but recent cases in backyard flocks have prompted heightened awareness with producers who are ensuring they're up to date on...

May 07, 2025

Battleford council supports zoning path for new chemical warehouse in industrial park

A chemical warehouse and retail outlet proposed for Battleford's industrial park has cleared an early hurdle, with council supporting a zoning interpretation amid safety and environmental concerns.Tow...

May 06, 2025

North Battleford eyes zoning bylaw changes to attract more business activity

The City of North Battleford is looking to ease restrictions on how land can be used across several zoning districts in an effort to spur economic development.A draft bylaw, officially titled Bylaw No...

May 02, 2025

Tourism Sask: Canadian inclination to travel to US declined, American travel to Canada remains strong

Tourism Saskatchewan doesn't plan on making any major marketing shifts as the tourism season approaches, despite current Canada-US relations. American anglers and hunters represent the strongest inter...

May 01, 2025

Meadow Lake Golf Club opens with fresh greens and league nights

With rolling hills, fresh greens and the smell of spring in the air, the Meadow Lake Golf Club is officially open for the 2025 season - and staff say the course is ready for golfers to show off their ...

Apr 30, 2025

Candidates clash on carbon tax, trade and tariffs at Battlefords–Lloydminster–Meadow Lake forum

With less than two weeks to go before the 2025 federal election, voters in the Battlefords-Lloydminster-Meadow Lake riding got a closer look at their choices during a candidates' forum hosted by the L...

Apr 17, 2025

Sask. housing sales increase as numbers fall nationally due to market uncertainty

The Saskatchewan home sales forecast is telling a much different story than what is being realized across Canada. The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) downgraded its forecast for home sales thi...

Apr 15, 2025

Nominations open for 31st Battlefords Business Excellence Awards

It is that time of the year when the 2025 Battlefords Business Excellence (BBEX) Awards starts accepting public nominations.The BBEX Awards committee, in partnership with the Battlefords and District ...

Apr 14, 2025

City approves funeral home near new proposed spray park

The City of North Battleford has approved a land use application for a proposed funeral home at 792 108th Street, despite concerns from a councillor over its proximity to a newly planned spray park.At...

Apr 09, 2025