Source: Karen Briere, The Western Producer, March 31, 2016 Funding for Growing Forward and research welcomed, but supply management compensation isn’t mentioned Reaction was mixed to last week’s federal budget offering new money for rural broadband and more for agricultural research and food inspection, but no mention of compensation for supply management under trade agreements.… Continue reading Federal budget gets mixed reviews from ag sector
Month: April 2016
How bad have Canada’s NHL teams really been?
Source: Ryan Dixon, Sportsnet.ca, March 31, 2016 Some would say the collective performance of Canada’s NHL teams has amounted to a joke this season. If that’s the case, it seems like a gag that requires audience participation. Person on the Mic: “Boy, I’ll tell ya, those Canadian teams are so bad!” Obliging Crowd: “Oh yeah?… Continue reading How bad have Canada’s NHL teams really been?
2016 CANADIAN WHEELCHAIR CURLING CHAMPIONSHIP STARTS MONDAY IN REGINA
Source: Canada Curling, April 1, 2016 The 13th Canadian Wheelchair Curling Championship gets underway Monday, April 4, in the Callie Curling Club at Regina. Ten teams, representing nine provinces plus Northern Ontario, play a round robin from Monday to Friday, April 8, followed by the Page playoff games — 1 vs. 2 on Friday at 7… Continue reading 2016 CANADIAN WHEELCHAIR CURLING CHAMPIONSHIP STARTS MONDAY IN REGINA
Saskatchewan Roughriders president-CEO Craig Reynolds looks forward after challenging 2015 season
Source: Murray McCormick, Regina Leader-Post, March 30, 2016 The Saskatchewan Roughriders’ bottom line is in for a hit after a dismal 2015 season. Craig Reynolds, the Riders’ president and CEO, wouldn’t disclose the financial blow the Roughriders are expected to absorb after missing the CFL playoffs with a 3-15 record last year. However, he did say that… Continue reading Saskatchewan Roughriders president-CEO Craig Reynolds looks forward after challenging 2015 season
New ransomware installs in boot record, encrypts hard disk [Updated]
Source: Sean Gallagher, March 30, 2016 Petya performs fake CHKDSK, and instead encrypts the master file table on disk. A new type of malware has been described, one that takes crypto-extortion to a new level. While most cryptographic ransomware variants are selective about what they encrypt—leaving the computer usable to make it easier for the victim… Continue reading New ransomware installs in boot record, encrypts hard disk [Updated]
Kindersley RCMP Newest Arrivals?
Source: Kindersley RCMP, April 1, 2016 April Fools or for Real? The Kindersley RCMP Detachment is proud to welcome the newest members to the team. Thunder (right) and Lightning (left) are the detachments two newest highly trained Drug Recognition Experts (DRE). Don’t let their furry cuteness distract you from their true life’s calling. These two… Continue reading Kindersley RCMP Newest Arrivals?
Saskatchewan Party lead endures in new poll
Source: Eric Grenier, CBC News, March 31, 2016 The New Democrats fail to make up ground as Cam Broten struggles to surpass Brad Wall With only days to go in the Saskatchewan election campaign, a new poll suggests that voting intentions are not budging — and that’s good news for the leading Saskatchewan Party. Insightrix published… Continue reading Saskatchewan Party lead endures in new poll
'Misfit' fruits and vegetables for sale at new Regina grocer
Source: CBC News, March 31, 2016 ‘They look odd, but they taste great and it’s usually savings of, you know, 30-to-50 percent’ When you’re shopping for produce at the grocery store, you’re probably basing your decision on good looks. A new grocery store in Regina is offering an incentive if you go for the “uglier” items.… Continue reading 'Misfit' fruits and vegetables for sale at new Regina grocer
Election Spotlight: 'I fear for the future,' woman moves from Alta. to Sask. to care for ailing mom
Source: Devin Heroux, CBC News, April 1, 2016 Julie Arcand says she is concerned about senior care in the province As a part of our continuing provincial election coverage, CBC News is putting a face to some of the issues people in this province are concerned about before they vote. Here is one of their personal… Continue reading Election Spotlight: 'I fear for the future,' woman moves from Alta. to Sask. to care for ailing mom
Hockey spectators in massive brawl after game in Unity, Sask.
Source: Samanda Brace, CBC News, March 31, 2016 A crowd of frustrated fans started throwing punches after a men’s senior hockey game in Unity, Sask., on Tuesday evening. The Biggar Nationals and the Wilkie Outlaws faced off in Game 5 of the Sask West Hockey League final to determine who would be champion of the… Continue reading Hockey spectators in massive brawl after game in Unity, Sask.