Producers across the Prairies are bracing for another challenging season after Health Canada’s Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA) denied Saskatchewan and Alberta’s joint request for limited emergency use of 2% liquid strychnine to help control Richardson’s ground squirrels in 2026. The decision comes amid reports from many farmers about rapidly growing gopher populations and mounting crop and livestock losses. Don Connick, who farms near Gull Lake, described fields last

The Gull Lake Diner was buzzing this week—not with drama, but with the kind of steady, prairie-shaped news that keeps a town rooted and looking ahead. The scent of fresh coffee mingled with the warmth from the kitchen, wrapping everyone in a familiar comfort. Edna kicked things off, tapping the morning paper. “The new China trade deal,” she declared, her voice as firm as the countertop she leaned against. “For Doug Logan, that’s not politics—that’s survival.” Hank, flipping h

There’s a fresh sense of cautious optimism across the prairies this week, following a major diplomatic breakthrough in Beijing. After a high-stakes trade mission led by Prime Minister Mark Carney and Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe, Canada has secured a deal to dismantle the punishing 100% tariffs that have crippled the nation’s canola industry. For producers like Doug Logan, who farms near Gull Lake, this announcement is more than a headline—it’s a lifeline for the 2026 growi

As Canada prepares for its next federal election, Chief Electoral Officer Stéphane Perrault has issued a crucial reminder: don’t rely on social media for accurate election information . In an era where misinformation spreads faster than ever, Perrault emphasizes the importance of turning to trusted sources like Elections Canada for reliable details about the electoral process. Social media platforms, while convenient, are often rife with misleading or false content, including

Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe hosted a business roundtable in Saskatoon today for companies most affected by U.S.-China tariffs. Alongside him, Trade and Export Development Minister Warren Kaeding and Agricultural Minister Daryl Harrison consulted with potash, critical minerals, energy, manufacturing, agriculture, and forestry industries. Premier Moe is concerned that tariffs will hurt Saskatchewan's economy and hinder product competitiveness. "Our companies bear the brunt o

Premier Scott Moe said today that he would take strong steps to protect Saskatchewan's economy and people in response to President Trump's tariffs, which he called a "direct attack on the Canadian economy." The Saskatchewan government has told the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority (SLGA) to stop buying alcohol made in the US and instead buy from Canadian companies for all government purchases. This bold move is meant to cut down on or get rid of reliance on goods and s