June 2016 – Page 8 – Kindersley Social Archive

Saskatchewan Loses AAA Credit Rating

By Tod MacKay, Taxpayer.com, June 27, 2016 REGINA, SK: The Canadian Taxpayers Federation (CTF) is calling on the Saskatchewan government to trim spending in the wake of a credit rating downgrade. Saskatchewan lost its AAA credit rating after bond rating agency Standard and Poor’s lowered its rating to AA+ with a negative outlook on June… Continue reading Saskatchewan Loses AAA Credit Rating

Toddler nearly dies after falling into septic tank at Saskatchewan rest stop

By CTV News, June 27, 2016 A toddler was rescued by her father after falling into a septic tank at a provincial rest stop in Saskatchewan. Her family says 21-month-old Nataya Pickersgill was playing with her two older sisters on the cap of a septic tank when she suddenly fell down the shaft. Her father… Continue reading Toddler nearly dies after falling into septic tank at Saskatchewan rest stop

Fort McMurray fire chief calls for more wildfire resilience as city rebuilds

By Lauren Krugel, The Canadian Press, June 228, 2016 FORT MCMURRAY, Alta. – The ma n who led the fight against the wildfire that devastated parts of Fort McMurray in May is urging changes to the way homes are rebuilt to avoid similar destruction in the future. Fort McMurray fire chief Darby Allen says houses… Continue reading Fort McMurray fire chief calls for more wildfire resilience as city rebuilds

Air Canada, Bombardier finalize deal for at least 45 CSeries jets

By CBC News, June 28, 2016 Plane manufacturer will deliver 1st round of jets to carrier starting in 2019 Air Canada and Bombardier have finalized the details of a previously announced plan for the airline’s purchase of 45 CSeries jets for an undisclosed sum. At list prices, the jets cost as much as $3.8 billion US,… Continue reading Air Canada, Bombardier finalize deal for at least 45 CSeries jets

Blue Jays bullpen exposed again in ugly loss to Rockies

By Shi Davidi, Sportsnet.ca, June 27, 2016 DENVER – The Rocky Mountain air is as thin as the high-leverage bullpen options for Toronto Blue Jays manager John Gibbons, who watched Drew Storen and Jesse Chavez torch not only a winnable game Monday night, but perhaps also the relief order that had developed in recent weeks.… Continue reading Blue Jays bullpen exposed again in ugly loss to Rockies

Regina Rams, U of S Huskies will be first to test new stadium

By CBC News, June 27, 2016 This is the first test game of three in the new stadium The University of Regina Rams will be the first to hit the field in the new Mosaic Stadium. The team will play the University of Saskatchewan Huskies on October 1. “This is a tremendous opportunity for our organization… Continue reading Regina Rams, U of S Huskies will be first to test new stadium

City council votes to name south bridge after Gordie Howe

By CTV Saskatoon, June 27, 2016 Saskatoon’s newest bridge is one step closer to getting a new name. City council unanimously approved a motion Monday afternoon to rename the Circle Drive South Bridge after the legendary Gordie Howe. Howe, who passed away on June 10th, is a Saskatchewan native and considered one of the greatest… Continue reading City council votes to name south bridge after Gordie Howe

BRIER, WORLD CHAMP NOLAN THIESSEN JOINS CURLING CANADA TEAM AS CONSULTANT

By Curling.ca, June 24, 2016 Curling Canada is adding one of the game’s best players to its organization, it was announced today. Three-time Tim Hortons Brier champion and former world men’s champion Nolan Thiessen of Edmonton is joining Curling Canada as a consultant, effective July 1. Thiessen announced in April that he is stepping away… Continue reading BRIER, WORLD CHAMP NOLAN THIESSEN JOINS CURLING CANADA TEAM AS CONSULTANT

Live Music Saskatoon: Rittz

Date: Monday 11, July 2016 Doors Open: 20:00 Location: Saskatoon Event Centre, Saskatoon, SK Find tickets on songkick.com