Source: Brendan Ellis, globalnews.ca, February 28, 2021 Groups are limited to eight participants or less, and the facility maximum is 30 participants, not including coaches and staff. REGINA — The Government of Saskatchewan has adjusted its sports guidelines to allow multiple groups of youth athletes to train and practice on one surface at a time.… Continue reading Sask. Youth Sports Guidelines Loosened
Month: February 2021
Thank you for wearing your mask at SARCAN
Hey, Recyclers! A quick reminder to please wear your mask at our facility and a big thank you to those that have been wearing a mask when you visit it has helped keep everyone safe! If you can’t wear a mask, you could: Have someone who can wear a mask return your containers for you.… Continue reading Thank you for wearing your mask at SARCAN
Einarson Secures Scotties Playoff Berth
Source: The Canadian Press ,sportsnet.ca, February 28, 2021 Einarson is attempting the first back-to-back Hearts titles since Rachel Homan in 2013 and 2014. CALGARY — Kerri Einarson took a significant step toward defending her Canadian women’s curling championship by skipping her team to a playoff berth Saturday. Einarson’s foursome out of Manitoba’s Gimli Curling Club… Continue reading Einarson Secures Scotties Playoff Berth
Do You Hear an Inner Voice When Reading?
What do you hear as you are reading this article? If you hear an inner voice speaking the words to you, you are part of the 80% of people who have reported hearing an inner voice as they read to themselves. A study conducted by Professor Ruvanee Vilhauer, from New York University’s Department of Psychology,… Continue reading Do You Hear an Inner Voice When Reading?
Saskatchewan Tourism Sector Support Program Renewed
Recently, the Government of Saskatchewan announced the renewal of the Saskatchewan Tourism Sector Support Program (STSSP). “Tourism is vital to our economy in Saskatchewan, and the renewal of the Tourism Sector Support Program will provide much-needed further assistance for this important sector,” Trade and Export Development Minister Jeremy Harrison said. “While hope is on the… Continue reading Saskatchewan Tourism Sector Support Program Renewed
USA Approves Single-Shot COVID Vaccine
Source: bbc.com, February 28, 2021 Not only will the vaccine will require fewer doses than two-shot Pfizer and Moderna, it also requires fewer vaccine appointments and medical staff. US regulators have formally approved the single-shot Johnson & Johnson coronavirus vaccine, the third jab to be authorised in the country. The vaccine is set to be… Continue reading USA Approves Single-Shot COVID Vaccine
First in Scotties Championship Pool Currently Sits With Homan, Einarson
Source: The Canadian Press ,tsn.ca, February 22, 2021 Saskatchewan and Quebec had an unexpected share of the Pool B lead after the preliminary round. CALGARY — The favourites set the tone in championship pool play Friday at the Canadian women’s curling championship. With a few surprise teams making the eight-team cut, perennial contenders Rachel Homan,… Continue reading First in Scotties Championship Pool Currently Sits With Homan, Einarson
Large Ice Drifts on Jackfish Shoreline Damage Docks and Buildings
Source: Chad Leroux, saskatoon.ctvnews.ca, February 27, 2021 Since many residents of Cochin are part-time cottagers, the town notified owners, warning them about the damages. SASKATOON — In all his years living in Cochin on Jackfish lake, Mayor Harvey Walker says he has never seen anything close to what is happening this winter. Large pieces of… Continue reading Large Ice Drifts on Jackfish Shoreline Damage Docks and Buildings
Sask. Drivers To Receive $285 SGI Rebate
Source: Ashleigh Mattern, cbc.ca, February 27th, 2021 Details are still being finalized, but the average rebate is expected to be roughly $285 per vehicle or “approximately 26 per cent of an average annual premium in Saskatchewan.” Car owners in Saskatchewan will be receiving a one-time rebate from SGI this spring thanks to a strong stabilization… Continue reading Sask. Drivers To Receive $285 SGI Rebate
Reminder to Please Wear a Mask at the WCEC
The Town of Kindersley is reminding residents that masks are mandatory, at all times while at the West Centre Events Centre, including while you are walking on the track. Although the Aquatic Centre has exceptions, please follow all the signage that is posted. If you have questions or concerns do not hesitate to ask staff.… Continue reading Reminder to Please Wear a Mask at the WCEC