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The Canada Pension Plan Investments Board (CPPIB) and Brookfield have announced the launch of the $50 billion “Maple Fund”, aimed at directing capital into significant national projects across Canada. This initiative is expected to bolster infrastructure investment and support economic growth.

Five former students from a Saskatoon Christian school provided testimony regarding their experiences of physical and mental distress resulting from being struck with a paddle by Friesen. The allegations highlight concerns over disciplinary practices at the institution.

Transit cards featuring a graphic of water and the sun were distributed at Union Station on Tuesday. The initiative aims to support local commuters and enhance public transportation access in the area. The cards carry a practical design, resembling a patch with the newly introduced emblem.

An inquest will commence on 13 October, overseen by Dr. David Cameron, and is scheduled to last for 14 days. Further details regarding the cases or specific circumstances have not been disclosed.

On 4 September, one of the accused pleaded guilty to manslaughter as part of a plea agreement. Subsequently, the remaining two minors involved in the case have also entered into similar plea deals.

Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe announced new initiatives at Canada’s first national investment summit in Toronto, presenting alongside Prime Minister Mark Carney. The summit marks a significant step in fostering investment opportunities across the nation. Details on specific initiatives were not disclosed.

Statistics Canada reports a response rate of 98.4 per cent for this year’s population census, marking one of the highest levels of participation recorded.

Construction and lane restrictions on Saskatoon’s College Drive are causing traffic delays, affecting university students and hospital staff. The situation has led to significant backlogs as drivers navigate the disrupted route. Authorities are monitoring the impact of the ongoing work.

Tariffs on Irish whiskey, initially imposed by Donald Trump as part of a broader tariff on European Union imports, were reduced to 10 per cent in July after several months.

Carney has expressed a desire for enhanced economic, security, and political ties with the EU, highlighting concerns about deteriorating relations between Canada and the U.S. amid an ongoing trade war.