Open Season on Fish!

Once again the north is alive with the return of yet another migrant species. This species travels to the north from all corners of the continent, and its sojourns are legendary- the intrepid northern angler.

Every summer, the angler makes its yearly pilgrimmage to northern Saskatchewan, chasing an even more mythical beast: "the one that got away".

The angler can frequently be seen in schools of four, loading the latest fishing gear into aircraft ready to take them to the remote lakes and rivers of pristine northern Saskatchewan.

We wish our annual guests the best of luck in their eternal quest for "the big one", and thank them for visiting our area. With more than 100,000 lakes, Saskatchewan can accomodate anglers for years to come.

Lender's Trade Show

Northern entrepreneurs had the chance to visit with a variety of business-oriented lenders during the Lender's Trade Show on April 26th at the Mel Hegland Uniplex.
Lenders from 16 agencies put on the show, a first of its kind in Northern Saskatchewan.

Are you an entrepreneur, looking to develop, expand, or start a business? Do you need money? Advice? Help? Talk to the La Ronge Lender's Group.

Spearheaded by Visions North, and consisting of a group of interested partners from around the province and beyond, the group decided to host the show in the capital of Northern Saskatchewan. The lenders, lending anywhere from 15,000 to one million dollars, were available to discuss your business proposal or expansion.

Spring Arrives in the North

It started a few weeks ago with the bald eagles, and then the bluebirds. The songs of the northern boreal birds are everywhere, announcing spring's arrival. At dawn and again at dusk, the cry of birds calls out from the muskeg, making sure the world has noticed their return from southern winter haunts.

Slowly, the thick ice on Lac La Ronge has been receding, and winter's grip on Lac La Ronge has given way. Even in the deepest forests now, the snow is gone, replaced with the wetness and fresh growth of spring.

As winter gives way to spring and we sense the onset of summer not far behind, we prepare for those summer activities which were not possible during the winter, as fishing season will be open in a matter of weeks.

Soon, the lake will be warm enough for swimming and waterskiing, fishing will be in season, and the trails will be dry and ready to be walked. Now that the majestic northern wildlife has emerged after the winter, we're all ready for another beautiful summer.

Natural Gas Comes North

After 10 years of work by the Anglin Lake - La Ronge Natural Gas Committee, natural gas will finally be available in La Ronge in the spring of 2008.

Natural gas, which is 40% cheaper than burning propane or fuel oil, could easily mean increased economic development in the region, as it allows for businesses to open up that would not have been possible without it.

In addition, the vastly lower heating costs will make for much easier winters for La Ronge and Area residents.

The 20 million dollar extension of the natural gas pipeline from Montreal Lake to La Ronge was financed by the provincial government, Sask Energy, as well as business and individual signups onto the service.