Arts, Entertainment, Culture
Father's Day in the garden Paid Members Public
As Father's Day is coming up, I thought it might be fun to write about gardening and men (specifically fathers).
The life of a pond - Part 2 Paid Members Public
A catchment pond, like Lake Omar, supports complex aquatic life and provides significant environmental benefits, acting as a vital artificial ecosystem.
Saskatchewan renews partnership with Elizabeth Fry Paid Members Public
The Government of Saskatchewan continues to partner with the Elizabeth Fry Society of Saskatchewan to help female offenders transition from custody and rebuild their lives with stability and supports.
The life of a pond Paid Members Public
The view from my office on Vancouver Island is unequaled. I look over Lake Omar, a permanent catchment pond that supports complex aquatic life and provides significant environmental benefits.
On this day in History - June 1 Paid Members Public
Queen of England, French Revolution, North Magnetic Pole, the first Jew, The Canadian Bank of Commerce, The Heimlich
June skies Paid Members Public
The Moon is just a day past full phase on June 1, plus it's at apogee of 406,366 km. By the 8th, the Moon is at last quarter. The waning crescent Moon shares centre stage with Saturn on the morning of June 10.
On this day in History - May 25 Paid Members Public
ordnance explosion, Oscar Wilde, Three little Pigs, Nevada test site, Star Wars, Oprah
Building containers with summer exotics Paid Members Public
There is nothing better than planting a container full of exotic beauty to enjoy in your landscape all summer long.
On this day in History -May 18 Paid Members Public
seven years war, napoleon, Conscription, female sound barrier, smiling buddha, Mnt St. Helens
Growing heirlooms in your garden Paid Members Public
Growing heirlooms is something that should always be considered. We need to consciously make the effort to preserve our genetic diversity for future generations.
Camping season kicks off May 14 Paid Members Public
Saskatchewan Provincial Parks will be open to welcome visitors starting Thursday, May 14.
On this day in History - May 11 Paid Members Public
Diamond Sūtra, Deep Blue, Solar Storms
On this day in History - May 4 Paid Members Public
Napoleon, professional baseball, Panama Canal, Canadian Navy, Ernest Hemingway
Nine individuals to receive 2026 Saskatchewan Order of Merit Paid Members Public
The Saskatchewan Order of Merit 2026 Recipient Biographies serve as lasting reminders of distinguished service and leadership in the province's health care, historical scholarship, community service, and cultural contributions.
Saskatchewan monthly construction update Paid Members Public
The Saskatchewan Monthly Construction Update is a new initiative to showcase a selection of the 20 major and 134 additional construction projects in Saskatchewan.
Growing food in containers Paid Members Public
Sometimes we think we do not have enough room to grow at least some of our food. However, container gardening is a great art and can even make gardening easier. Anywhere in the landscape containers can have a place.
