The circular economy is an emerging priority and opportunity for businesses and organizations across the prairies. The Saskatoon Chamber is participating in a joint MB/SK Circular Economy Advisory group that is gathering information on the current state of circular economy awareness, practices and trends among businesses and organizations within Saskatchewan and Manitoba.

Over the last three years, there have been regular discussions regarding the placement and amenities of shelter facilities in our city. When shelter services are placed in locations and buildings ill-equipped to accommodate their functions, it can have serious repercussions for the entire community, particularly those dependent on the services provided.

After months of consultations and design work, renderings have been developed for a future entertainment district in our downtown.

The City of Saskatoon has released the conceptual design of the future Downtown Entertainment District, the scope of which includes the District core, event centre/arena, convention centre, theatre, and the streets and public spaces that tie them all together.

In advance of the release of the 2024-2025 Provincial Budget, the Saskatoon Chamber is encouraging the province to “Think Small.” That is, we are recommending a series of measures that will bolster our SME economy.

The Canadian Chamber of Commerce’s Business Data Lab (BDL) released its latest report, highlighting the new reality for small businesses in Canada’s postpandemic retail landscape, which has been beset by shifting consumer behaviours.