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		AGRICULTURE DEVELOPMENT FUND APPROVES 35 PROJECTS Feb. 28, 2007 - Agriculture and Food Minister Mark Wartman today announced $4.39 million in funding to support 35 agriculture research and development projects in Saskatchewan, through Saskatchewan Agriculture and Food’s Agriculture Development Fund (ADF).
		DEPUTY MINISTER OF FIRST NATIONS AND MÉTIS RELATIONS APPOINTED Feb. 28, 2007 - Premier Lorne Calvert today announced the appointment of Richard Gladue as Deputy Minister of First Nations and Métis Relations.
		GRAND OPENING OF CHILD CARE CENTRE IN CARROT RIVER Feb. 28, 2007 - Casper’s Early Learning Co-operative Centre, a new 26 space child care centre, has officially opened its doors in Carrot River today.
		MINIMUM WAGE GOES UP TOMORROW Feb. 28, 2007 - Saskatchewan’s minimum wage will increase by 40 cents an hour March 1, 2007.
		WATROUS CELEBRATES REFURBISHED CIVIC CENTRE Feb. 28, 2007 - Today the town of Watrous held a grand opening for the refurbished civic centre and administrative offices
		RETENTION AND RECRUITMENT INITIATIVES HIGHLIGHTED Feb. 27, 2007 - Saskatchewan Health continues to follow through on its commitment to ensure the province has the right number of health care workers to meet the needs of our residents.
		SETTLEMENT REACHED IN CARRIERE LITIGATION Feb. 27, 2007 - The Government of Saskatchewan has agreed to settle Murdoch Carriere’s litigation out of court, for the sum of $275,000.
		CULTURE, YOUTH AND RECREATION MINISTER CALLS FOR FEDERAL INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRAM Feb. 26, 2007 - Culture, Youth and Recreation Minister Glenn Hagel and Provincial-Territorial Ministers for Sport, Physical Activity and Recreation are calling for an infrastructure program in the next federal budget.
		PROVINCE TO PROVIDE FREE WIRELESS INTERNET ACCESS Feb. 26, 2007 - Residents and visitors to the downtown business districts and post-secondary institutions of Saskatchewan’s four largest centres will soon be able to access the country’s largest wireless Internet network, free-of-charge. Premier Lorne Calvert and Minister responsible for Information Technology Andrew Thomson made the announcement today in Saskatoon.
		SECTIONS OF MIDWIFERY ACT PROCLAIMED Feb. 26, 2007 - The Government of Saskatchewan has moved to proclaim sections of the Midwifery Act, in anticipation of Saskatchewan’s first publicly funded midwifery services becoming available in spring 2007.
		STRONG ECONOMY FUNDS PRIORITY INITIATIVES IN THIRD QUARTER Feb. 26, 2007 - The Province released its Third Quarter Report today, demonstrating further financial improvement since mid-year and increased spending on priorities including affordable housing, education and training.
		$100 MILLION PLAN TO REVITALIZE SASKATCHEWAN NEIGHBOURHOODS Feb. 23, 2007 - Premier Lorne Calvert today announced a $100 million plan to revitalize Saskatchewan neighbourhoods with the greatest need.
		$100 MILLION PLAN TO REVITALIZE SASKATCHEWAN NEIGHBOURHOODS Feb. 23, 2007 - Premier Lorne Calvert today announced a $100 million plan to revitalize Saskatchewan neighbourhoods with the greatest need.
		2007 CROP INSURANCE PROGRAM INCREASES COVERAGE FOR SASKATCHEWAN PRODUCERS Feb. 22, 2007 - Saskatchewan Agriculture and Food Minister Mark Wartman today announced details of the 2007 Crop Insurance program, which will see a significant increase in coverage for Saskatchewan producers.
		PROVINCES INTRODUCE NATIONAL INTERIM PROCESS TO REVIEW AND EVALUATE CANCER DRUGS Feb. 22, 2007 - In a move to build more consistent cancer care across the country, a collaboration of provinces and territories is introducing a national, interim process for the review of cancer drugs.
		NEW RESIDENTIAL TENANCIES ACT FOR SASKATCHEWAN Feb. 21, 2007 - The new Residential Tenancies Act and Regulations come into force March 1, 2007, to help meet the changing needs of residential landlords and tenants in Saskatchewan.
		SASKTEL HIGH SPEED INTERNET SERVICE FOR 3 MORE COMMUNITIES Feb. 21, 2007 - Govan, Spy Hill and Bredenbury residents will now be able to enjoy the benefits of SaskTel High Speed Internet service.
		PREMIER RECEIVES REPORT ON NORTHERN OVERTIME EXEMPTION Feb. 20, 2007 - Premier Lorne Calvert today received a report by Regina Northeast MLA Ron Harper on the Northern Overtime Exemption.
		TEAM SASKATCHEWAN TRADE MISSION TO STRENGTHEN TIES WITH INDIA Feb. 20, 2007 - A Team Saskatchewan trade mission heads to India tomorrow to build upon the province’s existing markets and to create closer links for training, trade and bio-energy opportunities.
		CELEBRATING HERITAGE WEEK Feb. 16, 2007 - The province is celebrating its past by proclaiming February 18 to 24 as Heritage Week in Saskatchewan.
		SASKATCHEWAN CELEBRATES FIRST-EVER FAMILY DAY Feb. 16, 2007 - Monday is Family Day, Saskatchewan’s newest provincial holiday.
		SEMINAR ANSWERS QUESTIONS ABOUT PROVINCIAL LABOUR STANDARDS Feb. 16, 2007 - Ever wanted to know the ins and outs of calculating holiday pay for employees, or what minimum call out pay is? The answers to these and other questions are the focus of an educational seminar being held on February 21, 7 – 10 p.m. in the theatre at the Tisdale Recplex.
		SEMINAR ANSWERS QUESTIONS ABOUT PROVINCIAL LABOUR STANDARDS Feb. 16, 2007 - Ever wanted to know the ins and outs of calculating holiday pay for employees, or what minimum call out pay is? The answers to these and other questions are the focus of an educational seminar being held on February 21, 7 – 10 p.m. at the Prairie West Regional College in Kindersley.
		MINISTER APPOINTS INTERIM REEVE AND COUNCIL FOR RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF SHERWOOD Feb. 14, 2007 - Government Relations Minister Harry Van Mulligen has responded to the resignations of three councillors in the Rural Municipality (RM) of Sherwood No. 159 by appointing an interim reeve and council, as well as an interim official RM administrator.
		NEW APEX INVESTMENT FUND ESTABLISHED Feb. 14, 2007 - Saskatchewan’s credit unions have formed a partnership with Government to establish a fund that will invest in small and medium-sized businesses, with a special emphasis on projects in smaller cities and rural communities.
		PRINCE ALBERT TO HOST 2007 SHOWCASE OF ABORIGINAL ARTS Feb. 13, 2007 - Another major music event will be held in Saskatchewan in 2007, this one a gala showcase of Aboriginal music and arts in Prince Albert.
		GOVERNMENTS ANNOUNCE ADDITIONAL FUNDING FOR AG SCIENCE AND INNOVATION IN SASKATCHEWAN Feb. 12, 2007 - Agricultural research and development in Saskatchewan is getting a boost as a result of an agreement between Canada’s New Government and the Province of Saskatchewan on the use of $41.5 million in federal Agricultural Policy Framework (APF) wedge and rollover funds.
		IMPROVING CONNECTIONS FOR FIRST NATIONS IN EAST CENTRAL SASKATCHEWAN Feb. 12, 2007 - Saskatchewan Highways and Transportation is investing $19.2 million to upgrade the Highway 55 corridor in east central Saskatchewan.
		OLIVER LODGE LONG-TERM CARE EXPANSION WILL BENEFIT SENIORS Feb. 12, 2007 - Oliver Lodge Special Care Home in Saskatoon will more than double the number of residents receiving care, thanks to an expansion project announced today.
		SASKATCHEWAN CELEBRATES TEACHER/STAFF APPRECIATION WEEK Feb. 12, 2007 - Learning Minister Deb Higgins today proclaimed February 11-17, as Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week in Saskatchewan.
		STUDENT EMPLOYMENT GRANT APPLICATIONS NOW ACCEPTED Feb. 12, 2007 - Applications from employers who want to take part in the Student Employment Experience and Green Team student employment programs for 2007-08 are now being accepted.
		CONSULTATIONS ON PROPOSED WORKPLACE HEALTH AND SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS BEGIN Feb. 09, 2007 - Consultations on proposed changes to Occupational Health & Safety regulations will begin immediately.
		JOB NUMBERS CONTINUE RECORD HOT PACE; UNEMPLOYMENT RATE TIED FOR LOWEST EVER FOR JANUARY Feb. 09, 2007 - Saskatchewan continues to set job records and has started 2007 with the best January ever for people working in the province.
		CROWN LAND SALES START NEW YEAR STRONG Feb. 08, 2007 - The first sale of Crown petroleum and natural gas rights in 2007 is building on where a robust 2006 left off.
		ICE ROAD CONSTRUCTION UNDERWAY IN FAR NORTH Feb. 08, 2007 - Construction is underway on ice roads used to supply remote communities without land access in the far north.
		INCREASED JOB OPPORTUNITIES FOR FIRST NATIONS AND MÉTIS PEOPLE Feb. 08, 2007 - The Government of Saskatchewan signed a partnership agreement today to increase job opportunities for First Nations and Métis people in the province.
		SIAST PALLISER TO UPGRADE FACILITIES Feb. 08, 2007 - Advanced Education and Employment Minister Pat Atkinson today announced $3.9 million in additional funding to enable the Saskatchewan Institute of Applied Science and Technology (SIAST) Palliser campus in Moose Jaw to enhance the quality of its facility and expand its current training capacity.
		SASKATCHEWAN INNOVATION AND ECONOMIC MOMENTUM PROMOTED IN VANCOUVER Feb. 07, 2007 - Industry and Resources Minister Eric Cline is in Vancouver tomorrow to deliver the Saskatchewan economic momentum message that was so well received in Calgary last week.
		SASKATCHEWAN STUDENTS CHOOSE ANTI-TOBACCO AD Feb. 07, 2007 - The Minister of Healthy Living Services has launched a weeklong anti-tobacco television campaign based on the votes of thousands of Saskatchewan students.
		WARTMAN RETURNS FROM ASIAN TRADE MISSION Feb. 07, 2007 - Agriculture and Food Minister Mark Wartman today returned from a trade mission to Japan and China, calling the trip a success.
		CELLULAR SERVICE IMPROVED IN DEER VALLEY AND EYEBROW AREAS Feb. 06, 2007 - SaskTel today announced digital cellular coverage improvements in the Deer Valley and Eyebrow areas. Customers in Deer Valley, just north of Regina, can expect improved coverage in the community and the surrounding area, including Deer Valley Golf Course.
		SASKATCHEWAN SETS RECORD FOR NUMBER OF IMMIGRANTS Feb. 06, 2007 - The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program issued 1,027 nominations last year, which exceeded the year's target by more than 200.
		THE HUMBOLDT AREA IS HOME TO NEW IMMIGRANTS Feb. 06, 2007 - The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program issued 1,027 nominations last year, which exceeded the year's target by more than 200.
		THE REGINA AREA IS HOME TO NEW IMMIGRANTS Feb. 06, 2007 - The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program issued 1,027 nominations last year, which exceeded the year's target by more than 200.
		THE SASKATOON AREA IS HOME TO NEW IMMIGRANTS Feb. 06, 2007 - The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program issued 1,027 nominations last year, which exceeded the year's target by more than 200.
		AIR AMBULANCE TO RECEIVE NEW AIRCRAFT Feb. 05, 2007 - Saskatchewan is replacing two of its air ambulances with two new aircraft.
		BLACKSTRAP SKI HILL OPENS FOR BUSINESS Feb. 05, 2007 - The ski hill at Blackstrap Provincial Park will open for business and be ready for skiers and snowboarders on Friday, February 9.
		CALVERT CALLS MARTENSVILLE BYELECTION Feb. 05, 2007 - Voters in the constituency of Martensville will be going to the polls on Monday, March 5, 2007.
		CALVERT ENCOURAGES SUMA DELEGATES TO INVOLVE YOUTH IN PROVINCES DIRECTION Feb. 05, 2007 - Premier Lorne Calvert today called upon members of the Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association (SUMA) to seek ways of involving youth in setting municipal direction and decision making.
		PROVINCES LEADERSHIP IN C02 CAPTURE PROFILED Feb. 05, 2007 - Industry and Resources Minister Eric Cline is at a conference in Calgary tomorrow to profile Saskatchewan’s leading-edge expertise in research and technology to capture carbon dioxide and store it underground.
		REPORTS ON FINANCIAL LOSSES TABLED Feb. 05, 2007 - The most recent quarterly reports on financial losses for government departments and Crown corporations have been tabled with their respective legislative committees.
		SASKATCHEWAN GOVERNMENT PROVIDES FUNDING TO SKILLS CANADA Feb. 05, 2007 - Advanced Education and Employment Minister Pat Atkinson today announced funding for Skills Canada Saskatchewan in support of upcoming provincial and national competitions.
		SEMINARS ANSWER QUESTIONS ABOUT PROVINCIAL LABOUR STANDARDS Feb. 05, 2007 - Ever wanted to know the ins and outs of calculating holiday pay for employees, or what provincial minimum call-out pay is?
		CURRENT EFFORTS TO SUPPORT MÉTIS ELECTION END Feb. 02, 2007 - The Government of Canada and the Government of Saskatchewan's recent plans to support Métis people organize a new and fair democratic election for the leadership of the Métis Nation – Saskatchewan (MNS) - have come to a halt.
		NEW JUDGE FOR REGINA Feb. 02, 2007 - Murray Hinds has been appointed a judge of the Provincial Court for Regina.
		SECOND PLEASANT HILL RENEWAL PROJECT ANNOUNCED Feb. 02, 2007 - Another site in the Pleasant Hill neighbourhood will be renewed for future development with federal, provincial and municipal funding through the Saskatoon Urban Development Agreement.
		NEW PROVINCE-WIDE END OF LIFE ELECTRONICS RECYCLING PROGRAM Feb. 01, 2007 - Starting today, Saskatchewan residents will have a new province-wide end-of-life electronics recycling program with drop off at 71 SARCAN facilities across the province.
		SGI PROVIDES REBATE AND APPLIES TO REDUCE RATES Feb. 01, 2007 - Thanks in part to safer driving by Saskatchewan motorists, SGI is returning $100 million to its customers through a rebate on their 2006 auto insurance premiums.

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