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“In many cases in the fruit and veggie sector, it is the smaller producers as well,” Lewis said. “Canada relies heavily on imported foods in the winter months but we provide some great local products in the summer that should be looked at and are readily available across the province.”
Saskatchewan is largely known for meat, cattle and wheat but there are many other things that are often overlooked according to Lewis.
“Canola and wheat on the crop side are definitely the king. Those two are an example of where Canada is a world leader and Saskatchewan especially,” Lewis said. “When you look at pulse production in the province, peas and lentils, we are major exporters of that.”
Saskatchewan expands funding, age limit for autism support program
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The Saskatchewan Government is expanding the ages eligible to receive Autism Spectrum Disorder supports.
The province says as of July 27th, families of children with autism will be able to access support funding until the child is 11 years old. Announced as part of the 2021-22 Provincial Budget, $10.3 million has been allocated, impacting an estimated 1,000 families.
The Government breaks this down to $6,000 annually per child with ASD from six to 11 years old, and $8,000 annually per child with ASD under the age of six. Children who were 11 on or before March 31, 2021, are eligible to apply for one final payment.
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Lloydminster to receive Saskatchewan funding for para-transit programs
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The Saskatchewan Government is pledging $3.7 million for the Transit Assistance for People with Disabilities program, including projects here in Lloydminster.
The provincial grants are handed out annually, and this year, Lloydminster will receive $8,866 toward para-transit needs. The Border City will be receiving an operating grant for things such as transportation costs and vehicle maintenance.
The province says the programs are part of the six priority areas in the Saskatchewan Disability Strategy, playing a key part in getting people using the services safely and effectively to school, work, medical appointments and other daily activities.