Thursday, 27 June 2019

Wholesale Trade Growth and the Innovation Challenge - Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for Thursday June 27h, 2019 8:35 am


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Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for Thursday June 27h, 2019 8:35 am

With GX94's Craig Wallebeck > see him @ http://www.gx94radio.com/craig-Wallebeck

This week we focus on: Wholesale Trade Growth and the  Innovation Challenge


Highest Wholesale Trade Growth In Canada

Released on June 25, 2019

"Wholesale trade in April was up 14.7 per cent year-over-year in Saskatchewan (seasonally adjusted), the highest percentage increase among the provinces and well ahead of the 4.8 per cent recorded nationally.

“Saskatchewan has been facing significant economic headwinds but these positive wholesale trade statistics show that job creators remain confident in our economy,” Trade and Export Development Minister Jeremy Harrison said.  “With wholesale trade being a leading indicator of other future economic indicators, it gives us optimism in our economy as we move forward.”

In April, wholesale trade was up to $2.4 billion.

Major gains were reported year-over-year in farm products, up 13.9 per cent and miscellaneous, up 47.8 per cent."

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For more information, contact:

Deb Young, Trade and Export Development, Regina
Phone: 306-787-4765  Email: deb.young@gov.sk.ca





Innovation Challenge Winner Aims To Connect Land Users To Rural Property Owners

Released on June 26, 2019

Western Heritage, based out of Saskatoon, has been selected as the winner of the Rural Property Access Innovation Challenge.

The Innovation Challenge, led by the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM), with support from Innovation Saskatchewan, was announced in March by Premier Scott Moe.

The challenge was launched to address changes to The Trespass to Property Act; specifically, looking to find a solution that would allow hunters, snowmobilers, and other land users to more easily ask property owners for permission before entering their land.

Western Heritage’s winning proposal is a mobile application that allows users to request land access from verified landowners, and for landowners to manage access to their property by providing approvals.  The application aims to maintain user anonymity and enable a two-way rating system, similar to Uber and Airbnb.

Safety is also a priority, and the app will use auto-notifications during high-risk land use, by notifying users when there are multiple hunters in the area.
“Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities is eager to work with Western Heritage to develop a comprehensive solution that will enable communication between rural property owners and would-be land users,” SARM President Ray Orb said.  “It is our hope this solution will help maintain safe and robust recreational activity use in rural Saskatchewan.”

Western Heritage will receive funding of up to $10,000 and a 16-week residency to develop their solution in collaboration with SARM and the provincial government.  Work has already begun, and a prototype is expected to be introduced this fall.

“We use Innovation Challenges to crowdsource ideas from our entrepreneurs to solve real-world problems,” Minister Responsible for Innovation Saskatchewan Tina Beaudry-Mellor said.  “By tapping into our problem solvers, we are able to use their creativity and tech expertise to enhance citizen experiences.”

Innovation Challenges encourage Saskatchewan technology companies to find quick and inventive solutions to public issues.  One such challenge in 2017 resulted in BeeSecure, an application that alerts rural landowners about irregular activity on their properties.

There is currently a second challenge ongoing, where the two winners are working with the Ministry of Environment and Innovation Saskatchewan to develop technology solutions to monitor the amount of solid waste generated and disposed of in the province.

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For more information, contact:

Tonaya McGregor
Innovation Saskatchewan, Regina
Phone: 3067876041  Email: tonaya.mcgregor@gov.sk.ca

Ashley Leugner, Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities
Phone: 3067613931  Email: aleugner@sarm.ca

Aldo Scribante, Western Heritage
Phone: 306-975-3860   Email: ascribante@westernheritage.ca
 
 Events:

Preeceville & District Lions Club Chase the Ace Jackpot is $2,439.00
 Draws every Thursday night at the Curling Rink. Watch their Ad's.   Follow the ACE on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PreecevilleChaseTheAce/

Bingo  ​606 Harvard Preeceville Air Cadets Squadron Sponsoring Committee BINGO. Every Thursday at Club 60. Doors open at 7pm, first game starts at 8pm.


Old Home Week is a practice that originated in the New England region of the United States, similar to a holiday or festival.  In its beginning, in the 19th - 20th century, it involved a municipal effort to invite former residents of a village, town, or city - usually individuals who grew up in the municipality as children and moved elsewhere in adulthood - to visit the Old Home, the parental household and home town.

Our idea is to have events around one week each summer so our former residents and guests can be as busy as they please while checking out what's new in town.





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Thursday, 20 June 2019

People In Need - Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for Thursday June 20th, 2019 8:35 am


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Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for Thursday June 20th, 2019 8:35 am

With GX94's Craig Wallebeck > see him @ http://www.gx94radio.com/craig-Wallebeck

This week we focus on: People In Need



New Income Support Program Launched For People In Need In Saskatchewan

Released on June 18, 2019

"The Government of Saskatchewan announced details today of a new income support program that will help people receiving income assistance overcome challenges, earn more income, become more self-sufficient and start a career.

The new program, called Saskatchewan Income Support (SIS), will begin accepting applications from new clients on July 15, 2019.  The new program will be simpler, transparent, client-friendly and have new features that will help transition clients to greater independence and a better quality of life:

  • monthly earned income exemptions will allow clients to keep more of the money they make as they move into the workforce;
  • through Motivational Interviewing, staff will support clients to make positive decisions, manage their benefits/household expenses and reach their goals;
  • a new online application will allow clients to apply whenever they want and from wherever they want, saving both time and paperwork; and
  • a simpler benefit (shelter and basic needs with a few additional benefits for emergency health/safety needs or job-related expenses) will allow staff to spend more meaningful time with clients, helping them address their challenges instead of filling out paperwork.

“In this new program, our staff will work closely with clients to help them increase their independence and overcome employment barriers,” Social Services Minister Paul Merriman said.  “We want to provide individuals who are on social assistance with the supports they need, while ensuring our programs are easier to navigate and addressing the challenges they face.  Income assistance programs have not been updated in our province for more than 50 years and this new program will allow us to make changes in response to what we’ve been hearing our clients want – increased independence and more tailored guidance by our staff.”

Clients who are currently on the Saskatchewan Assistance Program (SAP) or Transitional Employment Allowance (TEA), will remain on those programs until they are wound down in the summer of 2021, or until clients voluntarily move to the new program or no longer require income support.

As of July 15, SAP and TEA will no longer accept new applications.  However, the Saskatchewan Assured Income for Disability (SAID) program will remain in place and continue to run alongside the new program.

“Ignite Adult Learning Corporation is excited to be working with Social Services to help young at-risk adults become independent and self-supporting,” Ignite Corporate Liaison Officer Terina Shaw said.  “We are pleased that they share our vision to grow and develop young, at-risk people right here in Saskatchewan.”

“Financial literacy skills equip vulnerable people to grow their confidence and make better decisions for themselves and their families,” READ Saskatoon Executive Director Sheryl Harrow-Yurach said.  “We are pleased to be working together serving the mandate of the Ministry of Social Services in supporting clients with information, tools and skills to help them manage their household budgets and make good financial decisions.”

Since 2007-08, government funding for income assistance programs has increased by $275 million, or 89 per cent.

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For more information, contact:

Leya Moore, Social Services, Regina
Phone: 306-787-3610  Email: leya.moore@gov.sk.ca


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Backgrounder  Saskatchewan Income Support Program (SIS)   
Program Details   
 The Saskatchewan Income Support program (SIS) launches this summer.    
 The new program will focus on helping people overcome their challenges and move to employment or  participation in their communities to the best of their abilities.   
 We are shifting our emphasis from paperwork to people, from confusion to simplicity and from  compliance to support.   
 A simpler benefit with a few additional benefits for health and safety or job‐related expenses means that we were able to increase the Adult Basic Benefit and Shelter Benefit in the new program.   
 There will be increased earned income exemptions. This means that clients can keep more of what they  earn before their benefits are reduced. It also encourages clients to take on more hours of work so they  can move to self‐sufficiency
   Using a new approach called Motivational Interviewing, our staff will work alongside clients to make  positive decisions, manage their benefits independently and accomplish their goals.    
 Saskatchewan Income Support will also be more client friendly. For example, we’re launching an online  application tool so clients can apply whenever it’s convenient for them and from wherever they are.   
 Saskatchewan Income Support will provide a financial benefit for shelter and basic needs, with  additional benefits for some situations such as emergency health and safety needs or starting a new  career.   
 Our staff will help their clients learn how to make good financial decisions, manage their benefits,  budget for their household expenses, and work to make changes in their lives to become self‐sufficient  to the best of their ability.    
 Staff will support clients to manage their household expenses using all sources of income that they  receive. Under the Saskatchewan Income Support program, clients are responsible for paying their rent,  damage deposits and utilities directly to landlords and utility companies. This is similar to how the  Transitional Employment Allowance (TEA) program works today.    
 The Ministry will stop taking new applications for the Saskatchewan Assistance Program (SAP) and the  Transitional Employment Allowance (TEA) when the new program launches this summer.   
 Current SAP and TEA clients will not be immediately affected and will continue to receive benefits and  services until the programs wind down in summer 2021, they decide to apply to the new program or  they become self‐sufficient and no longer require benefits. The Saskatchewan Assured Income for  Disability (SAID) program will remain in place and run alongside the new Saskatchewan Income Support  program. 

 The Saskatchewan Income Support program is not the only source of income clients receive. Many  clients also receive federal benefits such as the Canada Child Benefit.   
  Core Benefits   
 The Adult Basic Benefit is provided to each adult who is eligible for the program.  This benefit is for food,  local transportation, clothing, personal, and household needs.  The rates for northern residents are  higher to reflect the increased costs of living in northern Saskatchewan. 
 The Shelter Benefit is for rent, mortgage payments, utilities and other associated shelter costs including  property taxes, insurance, etc.  
Additional Benefits 
Employment Incentives 
 Increased earned income exemptions so clients can keep more of what they earn before their benefits  are reduced as they transition to work. 
 Employment and Training Benefit to help with the costs of starting a career or beginning a training  program.  
  Health and Safety 
 Household Health and Safety Benefit in an emergency situation to provide replacements for household  items.  
 Stabilization Benefit can be provided to support clients who have difficulty maintaining stable housing.    Short Term Emergency Assistance may be provided to address unforeseen emergency situations that  could result in harm. 
Prescribed Diet Benefit for clients whose medical conditions require additional nutritional supplements  or food. 
 Travel Benefit outside of the community for medical purposes.   Discounted Bus Pass for clients and their immediate family members who live in the seven largest  centres. 
 Alternate Heating Benefit for clients who reside in a household where natural gas is not accessible and  are required to heat their home with an alternative heat source. 
Change in Circumstances 
 Children’s Benefit for a parent who is not eligible to receive the Canada Child Benefit for child‐related  costs.  
 Child Care Benefit to help in the short term when looking for employment or going to a job interview. 
 Relocation Benefit may be provided to assist with moving costs due to health emergencies, starting  employment in a new location, evictions beyond client’s control, or finding a more affordable place to  live.   Travel Benefit outside of the community for job interviews or beginning training/employment.   Security Deposits can be provided up to the amount of the Shelter Benefit. 
 Funeral Benefits to support the costs of funerals. 


 Events:


The Town Newsletter for May/June has information about upcoming events.



Preeceville & District Lions Club Chase the Ace Jackpot is $2,152.00
 Draws every Thursday night at the Curling Rink. Watch their Ad's.   Follow the ACE on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PreecevilleChaseTheAce/

Bingo  ​606 Harvard Preeceville Air Cadets Squadron Sponsoring Committee BINGO. Every Thursday at Club 60. Doors open at 7pm, first game starts at 8pm.


Studio Dance One pre-registrationJune 20, 2019 at the Studio Dance One studio - North End of Main St
Register your dancer for the upcoming 2019-2020 dance season.
Contact Charlyn: 306-547-1340 or Shauna: 306-547-8815



 - And as always if you wish to have an event promoted visit and post it to our Community Events  Calendar at www.townofPreeceville.ca

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Thursday, 6 June 2019

Slow Down Around Farm Equipment - Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for Thursday June 6th, 2019 8:35 am


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Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for Thursday June 6th, 2019 8:35 am

With GX94's Craig Wallebeck > see him @ http://www.gx94radio.com/craig-Wallebeck

This week we focus on: Slow Down Around Farm Equipment
Remember To Slow Down Around Farm Equipment

Released on May 30, 2019

“With spring seeding underway, please be aware of slow moving farm machinery, as well as other large equipment, when travelling on Saskatchewan’s highways.

“This is a busy time for the agricultural community and it is important to remain patient and pay close attention to avoid any collisions,” Highways and Infrastructure Minister Lori Carr said.  “Allow yourself some additional time to allow everyone the opportunity to get to their destination safely.”

Remember, you must slow to 60km/hr when passing emergency and service vehicles parked at the side of the road with their lights flashing, including:

  • tow trucks;
  • police vehicles;
  • ambulances;
  • fire trucks;
  • highway vehicles, including snow plows; and
  • road graders.

This will ensure drivers, passengers and crew members can do their jobs safely.

“Whether it is a municipal road or provincial highway, you’ll see producers moving equipment from one field to another at this time of year,” Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities President Ray Orb said.  “In addition, there are large graders and other slow moving equipment on the road that will require some patience.”

To learn more about transporting farm equipment, producers can visit www.saskatchewan.ca/business/transportation-and-road-construction/information-for-truckers-and-commercial-trucking-companies/moving-farm-equipment.

In addition to farm equipment, drivers also need to be aware of construction taking place on numerous highways this weekend.  Plan ahead and be patient when entering a highway construction work zone.

A weekly highway construction update is published on www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/transportation/highway-construction-projects/weekly-highway-construction-update to provide the travelling public with the latest details on projects underway to help plan safe and efficient travel.

You can report a highway work zone signing problem by calling 306-244-5535.  Please check the Highway Hotline for road restriction information before planning your trip at www.saskatchewan.ca/highwayhotline.

The Government of Saskatchewan has invested more than $9 billion in transportation infrastructure since 2008, improving more than 13,000 km of Saskatchewan highways.”

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For more information, contact:

Steve Shaheen, Highways and Infrastructure, Regina
Phone: 306-933-5641  Email: steve.shaheen@gov.sk.ca
New Business Western Union now available in Preeceville at the Fillippino Sari Sari Store located at 32 1st Avenue North West. For more information stop in at the store. 



 Events:


The Town Newsletter for May/June has information about upcoming events.



Preeceville & District Lions Club Chase the Ace Jackpot is $1,657.00
 Draws every Thursday night at the Curling Rink. Watch their Ad's.   Follow the ACE on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PreecevilleChaseTheAce/

Bingo  ​606 Harvard Preeceville Air Cadets Squadron Sponsoring Committee BINGO. Every Thursday at Club 60. Doors open at 7pm, first game starts at 8pm.

Car Wash and BBQ - Saturday June 8th - 11:00 AM - 4:00 Pm Town Office Parking Lot - Fundraiser for the Bike and Skate Park - Burger, Pop and a Wash $10.00




 - And as always if you wish to have an event promoted visit and post it to our Community Events  Calendar at www.townofPreeceville.ca

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