Government of Canada invests in construction sector training and jobs
On June 25, 2010- The Saskatchewan construction industry will get a boost in skilled labour as a result in training and skills development project. The government of Canada is contributing $7.5 million towards this project through the Aboriginal Skills and Employment Partnership program. For more information...

2010 SaskSmart Innovations Fund Grant Program announced
Full details, application forms and the budget template can be found on the Ministry of Education website

Invest Canada-Community Initiatives (ICCI) will be accepting a second round of applications from Saskatchewan communities seeking financial support for their foreign direct investment initiatives to find out more click here.....

The North East Enterprise Region Inc. is an economic development organization for North East Saskatchewan. The North East Region is approximately 40,400 sq. kms with a population of 41,480 making the North East one of the largest Enterprise regions in Saskatchewan. Check out our site for more information about our organization and various business opportunities in North East Saskatchewan.

North East Regional News

WEYERHAEUSER TAKES INITIAL STEPS TO RESTART HUDSON BAY OSB MILL (The Hudson Bay Post-Review, June 17, 2010)

Weyerhauser on June 10, 2010 informed associates at its Hudson Bay oriented strand board mill that it intends to recall the majority of the facility's unionized hourly production work force by July 6, 2010.

Carrot River - Co-operative is building a new convenience store. The $1,000,000 project should be completed in December 2010

Tisdale - Beeland Co-operative is upgrading its cardlock. The $600,000 project should be completed in August 2010.

Nipawin - Warehouse One - The Jean Store recently set up a temporary store in Nipawin to give the residents an opportunity to see their clothing and to sample the local market as a potential location for a new store.

Hudson Bay - Co-operative is upgrading its convenience store. The $600,000 project should be completed in October 2010.

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2010/11 Key Strategy's for NEER

1. Business Retention and Expansion Strategy
To show support to local businesses, promote growth and to direct future economic development initiatives.

2. Youth Engagement Strategy
Will promote the collaboration of youth services; promote Saskatchewan Youth Initiatives, leadership skills, and entrepreneurship.

3. Marketing Strategy
To increase the awareness for NEER's current initiatives and identify partnership opportunities within the region.

4. Business Succession Planning
Succession planning with a focus on business opportunity to attract foreign investors.

5. Investment Attraction
To provide NEER with a regional analysis that articulates the specific location and competitive advantages of the region.