Ina PaceLocal Journalism Initiative ReporterThe Squamish Chief A Squamish, B.C.-based physician, practising aesthetic medicine, has become the first to introduce skin tightening procedures on a national level, using radio frequency. Aesthetic surgery isn’t for everyone. It is especially for those who want an enhancement, rather than a full transformation. This is what Dr. Willem Gouws

Steven SukkauLocal Journalism Initiative ReporterWinnipeg Sun Rural Manitoba communities could see a boost in doctors, nurses, teachers and other essential workers under an expanded federal student loan forgiveness program aimed at smaller towns and rural areas. The Government of Canada is widening access to Canada Student Loan Forgiveness, allowing eligible professionals to reduce their federal

Thomas KentLocal Journalism Initiative ReporterWoolwich Observer Canadian families are expected to spend up to $994 more on food in 2026, according to Sadaf Mollaei, an assistant professor at the School of Hospitality, Food, and Tourism Management at the University of Guelph. Mollaei worked as one of the advisors for this year’s Canada Food Price Report.

Wendy ThienesLocal Journalism Initiative ReporterThe Shaunavon Standard Age-Friendly Shaunavon will be going the extra mile in 2026 to provide support for older adults in the community. The local Age-Friendly Committee has launched a Volunteer Transportation program that will provide volunteer drivers for older adults who need to attend medical appointments outside of the community. The

Kevin BergerLocal Journalism Initiative ReporterClark's Crossing Gazette Outside of a few hiccups, the Martensville Recreation Centre (MRC) had a great first first full year of operation, filling up its retail and lease space, booking most of its ice time and hosting a number of major events like the Western Canadian Ball Hockey Championships in July

Keith LaceyLocal Journalism Initiative ReporterPenticton Herald With nearly 30 games still remaining in the regular season, Fred Harbinson refuses to get overly excited about the incredible success of the Penticton Vees in their inaugural Western Hockey League season. However, the legendary coach, general manager, and team president does admit he is more than pleasantly surprised

Nicole GoldsworthyLocal Journalism Initiative ReporterSaskToday.ca HUDSON BAY — A precautionary drinking water advisory has been issued for the Town of Hudson Bay, effective Jan. 13 due to elevated turbidity levels in the community’s water supply. The Town of Hudson Bay said crews are actively investigating the cause of the increased turbidity, but as of noon

Nicole TaylorLocal Journalism Initiative ReporterThe World-Spectator Plans are underway for the 2026 Living Skies Come Alive fireworks competition at Moosomin Regional Park on the August long weekend. After a hiatus from 2020 to 2024, the competition was brought back in 2025, and with around 6,000 people through the gates last year, Kyle Jeannot with the

Nicole GoldsworthyLocal Journalism Initiative ReporterSaskToday.ca NIPAWIN — The Nipawin Fire Department (NFD) closed out 2025 with a record-breaking year, responding to 260 calls for service, according to Fire Chief Paul Cockell. Cockell, who also serves as the Town of Nipawin’s general manager of protective services, said the total represents a 45 per cent increase over

Nicole GoldsworthyLocal Journalism Initiative Reporter, SaskToday.caSASKTODAY.ca ​BIRCH HILLS — Birch Hills Fire and Rescue responded to a lower number of calls in 2025, but officials say the year was marked by larger and more complex incidents. In a year-end summary posted on social media, the department outlined its call statistics from Jan. 1 to Dec.

Nicole GoldsworthyLocal Journalism Initiative ReporterSaskToday.ca HUMBOLDT — Multimedia artist Jen Reimer will present Song of Air, a site-specific audio and visual exhibit, at the Humboldt and District Gallery from Jan. 4 to Feb. 21, 2026. The exhibit will be displayed in the second-floor galleries and opens with a public reception and artist talk on Sunday,

Chevi RabbitLocal Journalism Initiative ReporterAlberta Native News (ANNews) – The Indigenous tourism sector in Canada is facing a crisis, with recent U.S. tariffs and the ongoing trade dispute threatening businesses, jobs, and reconciliation efforts. The Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada (ITAC) released its May 2025 U.S. Tariffs Survey Report, highlighting a potential 68% drop in

Carol BaldwinLocal Journalism Initiative ReporterWakaw Recorder On Oct. 15, Energy and Resources Minister Colleen Young visited Foran Mining Corporation’s (Foran) Exploration Warehouse in Saskatoon. Foran’s McIlvenna Bay mine in northeastern Saskatchewan is expected to begin production of copper and zinc at a commercial scale in mid-2026. The company reported on its website in November that

Nicole GoldsworthyLocal Journalism Initiative ReporterSaskToday.ca NORTH — Saskatchewan snowmobilers are being urged to put safety first as the province marks Snowmobile Safety Week from Jan. 11 to 17. In recognition of International Snowmobile Safety Week, Saskatchewan’s Minister of Crown Investments Corporation Jeremy Harrison has proclaimed the week as Provincial Snowmobile Safety Week. The week will

Nicole GoldsworthyLocal Journalism Initiative ReporterSaskToday.ca SASKATCHEWAN — Métis Nation–Saskatchewan (MN–S) leadership has removed Regional Director and Minister Brent Digness from his ministerial responsibilities following the public circulation of audio recordings that prompted widespread concern over his conduct. The recordings were first shared on Facebook Jan. 12 by the SK Grassroots Zine group, which posted a

New Pinehouse building to replace existing Grade 7-12 school Michael Oleksyn Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Northern Advocate The Government of Saskatchewan recently announced that it has awarded aodbt architecture + interior design the Request for Proposal (RFP) to provide design services for a new replacement school in Pinehouse. The school will be replacing the existing

Nicole GoldsworthyLocal Journalism Initiative ReporterSaskToday.ca NIPAWIN — Nipawin Fire Department (NFD) crews were kept busy over the weekend, responding to a series of incidents that stretched from early Saturday morning into Sunday evening. According to the department, firefighters were first dispatched at 7:40 a.m. Saturday to a minor motor vehicle collision along Second Avenue. Later

Jeff PelletierLocal Journalism Initiative ReporterNunatsiaq News As Premier John Main settles into his new role at the head of Nunavut’s government, he says he’s aware of annexation threats from the United States toward Greenland but it’s difficult to process them. “It is quite bewildering to understand the thought processes [of] some of the international actors

Maggie MacintoshLocal Journalism Initiative ReporterWinnipeg Free Press The Manitoba Institute to Combat Antisemitism is urging teachers to take advantage of its free services in response to multiple reports of vandalism at a River Heights high school. Families at Kelvin High School were informed last week that a swastika had been spray-painted on the building at

Shaynee ModienLocal Journalism Initiative ReporterThe Shaunavon Standard Over the past year, the Canadian beer industry has undergone significant changes, including right here in the heart of the prairies. Garrett Pederson, of 9 Mile Legacy Brewing, along with his business partner Shawn Moen, joined forces last fall with Black Bridge Brewery, another Saskatchewan-based beer company. Originally

Andrew BatesLocal Journalism Initiative ReporterThe Telegraph Journal A coroner’s jury is recommending that equipment be used only as intended after a 27,000 kilogram trailer slipped off the front of an “offroad forklift” with a towing capacity of 1,000 kilograms, killing a Regina trucker at a New Brunswick wind farm construction site in 2024. Regional coroner

Chantel DownesLocal Journalism Initiative ReporterLakeland This Week Multiple incidents were reported early this week, and police say the thefts appear to have occurred in the early morning hours. “On Jan. 6, around 7:30 a.m., RCMP started receiving multiple reports of mischief with regards to mailboxes in the various Cold Lake areas,” Cpl. Mathew Howell explained.

Isaac Phan NayLocal Journalism Initiative ReporterThe Tyee At first glance, economist Kaylie Tiessen said, the new 2025 jobs numbers from Statistics Canada look unremarkable. In December, the unemployment rate hit 6.8 per cent — up from 6.5 per cent the month prior but down from August highs of 7.1 per cent. Overall, employment in Canada

Alec BruceLocal Journalism Initiative ReporterGuysborough Journal DRUM HEAD – Local search and rescue volunteer Judy Burke doesn’t talk about heroics. She talks about who hasn’t eaten yet. She talks about people who won’t sit down, even when they should. About people who don’t know where they’re sleeping that night. She talks about making sure there’s

Nicole TaylorLocal Journalism Initiative ReporterThe World-Spectator Redvers and Carlyle Fire Departments have each received a Premier’s Commendation at a ceremony in Regina on December 2 for their roles in helping to fight the wildfires in northern Saskatchewan. Multiple members of Redvers Fire and Rescue and the Carlyle Fire Department traveled to Northern Saskatchewan to assist