Source: The Canadian Press, August 13, 2019 Forward sidelined by knee injury sustained in exhibition game last week Forward Kelly Olynyk will reportedly be unable to compete for Canada at the upcoming FIBA World Cup. Several media reports say that Olynyk will be sidelined by a knee injury he sustained last week. The 28-year-old Olynyk was… Continue reading Another loss for Canada as Olynyk pulls out of upcoming FIBA World Cup
Month: August 2019
McKinney, Hernandez hit back-to-back homers as Jays blank Rangers
Source: Melissa Couto, The Canadian Press, August 13, 2019 Toronto rides 3 solo shots to victory over Texas Randal Grichuk was searching for solutions to his inconsistency at the plate when something finally sparked for him a few weeks ago. While he couldn’t exactly put his finger on what that was, the Blue Jays outfielder… Continue reading McKinney, Hernandez hit back-to-back homers as Jays blank Rangers
‘We’re ready for pro soccer here’: Summer series a success for Saskatchewan soccer
Source: Brenden Purdy, Global News, August 13, 2019 The final whistle in the third instalment of the SK Summer Soccer Series not only signalled a victory for the host Selects, who won the contest 2-0, but also a huge win for Saskatchewan’s soccer community. “It was so fun to play with [the fans] singing and chanting,” said Selects… Continue reading ‘We’re ready for pro soccer here’: Summer series a success for Saskatchewan soccer
Sask. Health Authority issues request for proposals for ‘whistleblower hotline’
Source: CBC News, August 13, 2019 Hotline would allow employees to anonymously come forward with complaints The Saskatchewan Health Authority is asking businesses to submit proposals for an anonymous hotline that would allow employees to blow the whistle on bad behaviour. The proposal was posted on SaskTenders, a government website that allows companies to bid… Continue reading Sask. Health Authority issues request for proposals for ‘whistleblower hotline’
Kindersley RCMP Requesting Public Assistance in Locating 32 Year-Old Female
Source: Kindersley RCMP File, August 13, 2019 Kindersley RCMP is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 32 year-old Janelle McCullough. McCullough is wanted for two charges of Failing to attend court , one charge of Possession of Cocaine for the Purpose of Trafficking, one charge of Possession of Methamphetamine for the Purpose of Trafficking,… Continue reading Kindersley RCMP Requesting Public Assistance in Locating 32 Year-Old Female
Infrastructure money ‘not Ralph Goodale’s re-election fund’: Moe
Source: Stephanie Taylor, The Canadian Press, August 13, 2019 Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe says Ottawa’s push to fund two Regina pools is politically motivated. Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe is suggesting the federal government is playing favourites with infrastructure funding to give a boost to Liberal-area member of Parliament Ralph Goodale. The province is in a dispute… Continue reading Infrastructure money ‘not Ralph Goodale’s re-election fund’: Moe
Ottawa announces $12.4M to upgrade railways near Saskatoon, Swift Current
Source: CBC News, August 13, 2019 Infrastructure projects to enhance rail capacity, reduce bottlenecks Two short railways in central Saskatchewan are set to receive some large-scale upgrades. On Friday, the federal government announced $12.4 million for two infrastructure projects planned by Great Sandhills Railway in Unity and Leader. According to Transport Canada, the improvements will enhance… Continue reading Ottawa announces $12.4M to upgrade railways near Saskatoon, Swift Current
Wolf involved in rare Banff National Park attack was old and in poor condition
Source: Colette Derworiz, The Canadian Press, August 13, 2019 LAKE LOUISE, Alta. — A wolf that attacked a man in a tent at a campground in Banff National Park last week was an older animal in poor health. Parks Canada said the wolf attacked the man early Friday morning at the Rampart Creek campground on the… Continue reading Wolf involved in rare Banff National Park attack was old and in poor condition
Advocates fear meat from latest infected deer herd has entered Canada’s food supply
Source: Sarah Rieger, CBC News, August 14, 2019 Disease related to mad cow hasn’t spread to humans yet, but experts are worried A third case of chronic wasting disease (CWD) in 2019 has been confirmed at a Canadian deer farm, and advocates fear servings of infected meat may have once again entered the country’s food supply. All… Continue reading Advocates fear meat from latest infected deer herd has entered Canada’s food supply
Sask. Premier shuffles three cabinet ministers, adds new portfolio for seniors
Source: CBC News, August 13, 2019 Greg Ottenbreit off rural health, Ken Cheveldayoff off Provincial Capital Commission Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe has shuffled three cabinet positions. At Government House on Tuesday, he announced that Greg Ottenbreit, Lori Carr and Warren Kaeding are switching their portfolios. Greg Ottenbreit is shifting to Minister of Highways and Infrastructure — replacing Lori… Continue reading Sask. Premier shuffles three cabinet ministers, adds new portfolio for seniors