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Economy causes cut to MCC international program

February 5th, 2009 - 4 h 00

A reduction of $2.4 million has been made to MCC's international program as a consequence to the financial crunch being experienced around the globe. MCC's international program is responsible for carrying out relief, development and peacemaking...

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City mailing assessment notices in mid February

February 5th, 2009 - 4 h 00

Swift Current property owners can expect to receive assessment notices in the mailbox during the third week in February. The assessment notices will reflect the impact of a revaluation of assessment which is required every four years. ...

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Non profits could hold a key to economic stimulus

January 15th, 2009 - 4 h 00

In the midst of auto sector bailouts, forestry relief, banking assistance and stimulus spending on roads, bridges and other buildings, it's easy to forget about the economic importance of the non-profit sector. Yet it is a $112 billion industry...

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Ag and Ex changes planned to preserve Frontier Days traditions

December 25th, 2008 - 4 h 00

While no final decisions have been made, Frontier Days may be operating without a fair casino or the CPRA rodeo because of financial constraints. They have full intentions to operate a midway, commercial exhibits, plus the traditional full array...

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Premier says province stronger following fall legislative session

December 11th, 2008 - 4 h 00

Premier Brad Wall said the province is better off thanks to the steps taken by the government during this past seven-week legislative sitting. The fall sitting of the Legislative Assembly ended on Dec. 4, and Wall said steps like a 40 per cent...

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Modus named to Profit Magazine's Hot 50

October 2nd, 2008 - 4 h 00

For the second consecutive year Modus Structures has earned a spot on Profit Magazine's Hot 50 list. Modus ranked 41st in the 2008 list, a ranking of Canadian young businesses according to two-year revenue growth. In fact, Modus posted the second...

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Swift Current receives over $9 million from SIGI program

September 25th, 2008 - 4 h 00

Swift Current is among the first 35 communities to receive funding through the Saskatchewan Infrastructure Growth Initiative (SIGI) Program. On Wednesday it was announced the city would receive an interest free loan of $9,015,000 to develop new...

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Canadians know Harper is not the best candidate to guide economy

September 25th, 2008 - 4 h 00

Editor: As we move into the third week of the election campaign, it is becoming increasingly clear that Stephen Harper is trying to position himself as the best candidate to lead Canada through uncertain economic times. Harper wants Canadians to...

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McInnes wins sales award for supporting women

March 13th, 2008 - 4 h 00

A desire to share information on the benefits and comfort of a proper fitting bra has taken Shaunavon's Shirley McInnes to the pinnacle of her career. Eight years after starting as a certified bra fitter with Jeunique Custom Fit Bras, McInnes can...

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Southwest breaks record in February land sales

February 28th, 2008 - 4 h 00

Record interest was posted in the Southwest and across the province in the February sale of Crown petroleum and natural gas rights. During the Feb. 11 sale the Swift Current region generated a single sale record of $47 million in interest. The...

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