Queen City Pulse

11/21/2024

Told through the lens of 31 Black students’ harrowing accounts, Eclectique theatre presents another mind blowing stage play, “OFF GUARD”. This play unearths the stark truths of their experiences of racism, illuminating the shadows that linger.

The performance starts on Nov 21 - 24 at 7:30pm at the Shu-Box Theatre, Riddell Centre, University of Regina, Canada.

You can scan the QR Code on the poster, go to the link on my bio, or click https://t.ly/BnLae for tickets. Tickets can also be purchased at the venue.

“Off Guard” is made possible through Creative Saskatchewan’s Live Performing Arts Production Grant Program.

11/13/2024

Here are your mayoral candidates for the city of Regina.

Bevann Fox
Shawn Sparvier
Sandra Masters
Rod Williams
Nathaniel Hewton
Lori Bresciani
Kevin Kardash
Chad Bachynski
Bob Pearce
Bill Pratt
Melina Bushenlonga

Its time to vote!!!

📸 culled from Elections Regina webpage

11/13/2024

Its finally Election day right here in the Queen City!!!

If you missed the chance to vote during the advance polls, today is the last day for Regina residents to vote for a Mayor, Councillors and School Board Trustees.

City Council makes decisions on things like water, roads, public transit, parks, recreation, garbage & recycling, building permits, fire & protective services, and the safety and quality of neighbourhoods. School Board Trustees play an important role in the learning experience of current and future students.

Polling stations will be open today from 9am to 8pm and the city will also be offering free transit for this.

You can always visit the electionsregina page for more information

10/23/2024

Have you cast your vote?

Voting week in the province of Saskatchewan began on Tuesday Oct. 22nd. Residents will be able to cast their ballots in advance polls up until Saturday Oct. 26 from 10am -7pm. There will be no voting Oct. 27. 

For election day, a total of 716 polling stations will be open on Monday Oct 28th from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

All you need to vote?
-Be a canadian citizen and above the age of 18
-Must be a registered voter
-Make sure you have an identification card (preferably Saskatchewan drivers license) or your Voter information card
-Check for your designated polling units which would be in your voter information cards or the area close to where you live
-Then head over there at your free time to vote.






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10/15/2024

10/07/2024

How high should the minimum wage go? Or is this a fair deal?

Some stakeholders seem not pleased by the recent one dollar increase.
Effective October 1st, the minimum wage in Saskatchewan increased to $15.00 per hour with the previous wage pegged at   $14.00 per hour. 

The hourly minimum wage rate applies to most employees. However, there are some exemptions. These include; Farming, ranching, or market garden labourers, Some care providers working in private homes, Babysitters, Volunteers for non-profits etc

More details on the minimum wage and reporting for duty pay can be found on the government website》》》

https://www.saskatchewan.ca/business/employment-standards/payment-of-wages-and-payroll-administration/minimum-wage-and-reporting-for-duty-pay

10/07/2024

Saskatchewan nurses on thursday voiced their frustration over the deteriorating state of health care in the province. Hundreds gathered in front of the Saskatchewan Legislative Building, calling for urgent action to address critical staffing shortages.

According to the Saskatchewan Healthcare Employees’ Pension Plan (SHEPP), over 2,000 registered nurses are now eligible for retirement, exacerbating the staffing crisis. The Saskatchewan Union of Nurses (SUN) reports that a staggering 86% of registered nurses have indicated that short staffing is putting patient safety at risk.

For nearly two years, SUN has advocated for increased engagement from front-line workers to devise and implement strategies for retaining and recruiting registered nurses. Despite ongoing criticisms from the New Democratic Party (NDP) directed at Saskatchewan Party Leader Scott Moe, who has been held accountable for the situation, Moe maintains that his health-care plan—launched two years ago—has successfully brought more staff into the system.

Story culled from Global news
📸 & Sask today

10/07/2024

So sad to see the Saskatchewan Filmpool being closed till April 2025. We hope to see them open back and better once all issues are sorted out.

Have you ever made use of the Sask film pool? Share with us your experience and thoughts on this.

10/07/2024

As the political season intensifies in Saskatchewan, promises are flying fast and thick....

Saskatchewan Party Leader Scott Moe, has vowed to enhance tuition assistance for students. But the catch? This support hinges on two key conditions: graduates must remain in the province, and the promise is contingent on his party being re-elected on October 28.

Moe's proposal includes an increase in the amount of tuition rebates available through the Graduate Retention Program, which currently allows students who live and work in Saskatchewan to claim tuition rebates of up to $20,000, depending on the length of their degree. Moe pointed out that approximately 85,000 young people in Saskatchewan have already benefited from this program.

In addition to these tuition incentives, the party has also committed to creating a $5,000 rebate to help cover the costs of Class 1 truck driver training for those who qualify.

Let us know what your thoughts are on this in the comment section.





📸 culled from Global news

09/27/2024

On Wednesday, Regina’s city council gave the green light for a new permanent emergency shelter at 1600 Halifax Street, with a 9-2 vote. This comes after the council previously shot down a different proposed location at Albert Street and Dewdney Avenue in June after a heated debate.

The latest vote didn’t happen without another extended discussion. Fourteen delegates registered to speak ahead of the decision, with the majority being local business owners who opposed the shelter's placement. Their main concerns? The impact it might have on safety and property values in the area.

On the flip side, other speakers urged council to approve the Halifax Street location, emphasizing the urgent need to support Regina’s most vulnerable residents. With the clock ticking—July 2025 marks the end of the lease for the temporary shelter—the Halifax property is seen as a critical next step.

Financially, it’s a big investment. The Halifax site will cost around $2.6 million to buy, with another $3 million needed for renovations. Plus, returning the Nest, where the current shelter is, to its original state is projected to cost about $400,000.

So, what’s your take? Is this the right location? Should the city even be investing in permanent shelter homes at all? It’s clear that both sides are passionate about this issue—where do you stand?

What’s next for funding?

How will safety be ensured?