While some of our members continue to stay busy with projects during the winter months, the majority are well settled into their off-season routines. Unfortunately, with the COVID-19 travel restrictions in place, this year’s brief winter getaway to a warmer climate was put on hold. As we glance at the calendar, we see we’re nearly […]
Virtually Unstoppable: CCA Annual Conference
The CCA is hosting their annual conference virtually for 2021. The virtual event will feature flexible scheduling with a mix of live stream and pre-recorded/on demand programming.
Premier Moe Announces $3 Million Boost To Urban Highways Partnerships
The Government of Saskatchewan is making an additional $3 million in capital funding available to improve conditions on highways in Saskatchewan’s smaller cities. The additional funding will boost capital dollars in the Urban Highway Connector Program (UHCP) to $10 million over two years. “We committed to making the investments necessary to ensure a strong economic […]
Few Jobs Going Unfilled
Saskatchewan had the lowest job vacancy rate in the country in November. Quebec had the highest. This is one of a basket of measures we use to assess the condition of the labour market in the country. When employers post job openings, there are a couple of factors that will determine how quickly the vacancy […]
The SHCA Hot Seat
1. Where are you from? I am from Langham, Sask., born and partially raised here. I now have a wonderful family (wife and two kids) firmly rooted in this community that we are happy to call home. 2. How did you get your start in the heavy construction industry and/or what do you credit to […]
Last Chance to Secure Advertising in the SHCA Equipment Rental Rates Guide & Membership Roster!
This week is your last chance to secure your company’s advertising space in the 2021 SHCA Equipment Rental Rates Guide & Membership Roster. Click here to view the media kit and contact us today to ensure you don’t miss out on this annual advertising opportunity for your business.
Government of Saskatchewan Completes Year Two of $100 Million Intersection Safety Strategy
The Government of Saskatchewan has completed $40 million in highway safety improvements all over the province since 2019. This marks year two of a five-year, $100 million strategy to improve safety at intersections and highways in Saskatchewan. “Our government made a commitment to make significant investments in intersection safety,” said Highways Minister Fred Bradshaw. “I […]
Lehigh Cement Develops a Sustainable Blended PLC for the Canadian Prairies
EcoCem®PLUS is an innovative blended Portland Limestone Cement (PLC) available in Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba.
Clifton Associates Selected as Lead Engineering Team for First Stage of Lake Diefenbaker Irrigation Expansion Project
Regina-based Clifton Associates Ltd. has been selected to begin engineering work for the Westside Irrigation Project. Clifton was selected after successfully completing a two-staged transparent procurement process consisting of a request for qualifications and a request for proposals. Clifton’s work will encompass the first stage of the Lake Diefenbaker Irrigation Expansion – the largest infrastructure project […]
