Carrot River Economic Development

07/30/2026

Work Sharing and Workers Retention Grant

Work-Sharing programs help employers avoid layoffs during temporary downturns by reducing employee hours while providing income support through Employment Insurance. Instead of layoffs, employees share available work and may receive up to 55% of their lost wages through EI benefits.

Learn more about eligibility and how to apply:
https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/funding/worker-retention-grant.html

For questions or support:
Email: [email protected] or call: Employer Contact Centre at 1-800-367-5693 (Canada & US) TTY: 1-855-881-9874

The Government of Canada website is a single point of access to all programs, services, departments, ministries and organizations of the Government of Canada.

07/29/2026

👷 First job? Start strong.

Tourism Saskatchewan's Emerit Workplace Essentials course helps youth under 19 build the workplace skills employers want. Complete the course, earn a certificate, and receive a full refund of the $65 registration fee when finished within two months.

Learn more through Tourism Saskatchewan's Business Hub: https://business.tourismsaskatchewan.com/courses-and-workshops/workplace-essentials-for-youth?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Industry+Update+July+29+2026&fbclid=IwY2xjawTXPfVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe2kguckRn6IqFkelGIORv9CClqlTqe8yMHSOoznpvLP4DYUY-AUrzGV2fUGo_aem_a7MOPuCAsz1wlvEwQKn64w

07/09/2026

06/24/2026

Calling all forage producers - this is tomorrow and you will want to register!

Wondering how to fit enhanced efficiency nitrogen fertilizers (EENFs) and phosphorous nutrition into profitable multi-year seed production systems? Check out the SFSDC field day on Thursday, June 25, 2026 in the Rural Municipality of Moose Range.

06/23/2026

Local Carrot River business highlight - The Outback Butcher here in SASKATCHEWAN'S OUTBACK is a favourite stop for locals and many in our region! It is always worth the drive.
https://youtu.be/0pOp8vyvIpk?si=B5R9xnGesQRY54Jl

06/14/2026

06/10/2026

Agriculture is a key driver of our local economy, and the Carrot River region is proud to be home to innovative producers and agri-business leaders.

Join the Saskatchewan Forage Seed Development Commission's Field Day on June 25 in the Rural Municipality of Moose Range. Learn about forage seed production, new varieties, fertilizer management, insect pests, pollinators, and local agricultural research, including a Farmers for Climate Solutions field trial.

A great opportunity to connect, learn, and see innovation in action right here in northeast Saskatchewan.

Learn more and register:
https://www.saskforageseed.com/news-articles/2026-field-day-forage-seed-production-breeding-new-varieties-fertilizer-and-fields-insect-pests-and-pollinators

Wondering how to fit enhanced efficiency nitrogen fertilizers (EENFs) and phosphorous nutrition into profitable multi-year seed production systems? Check out the SFSDC field day on Thursday, June 25, 2026 in the Rural Municipality of Moose Range.

06/10/2026

Starts tomorrow - Wednesday June 10!

Vendors Wanted for the Outback Market!

Our weekly Outback Market returns this June at Community Square and we’re inviting ALL types of vendors to join in!

📍 Wednesdays
🕓 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
📅 June 10 through to September 9

The Outback Market is more than just a traditional farmers market, it’s a welcoming community market with space for everything from fresh produce and baking to handmade crafts, thrift finds, home-based businesses, collectibles, plants, preserves, woodworking, art, clothing, antiques, and all the nifty little things shoppers love to browse.

Have extra garden produce?
Love to bake?
Make handmade items?
Run a side hustle or home-based business?
Have treasures perfect for thrifters and bargain hunters?
We’d love to have you set up!

Participation is simple:
✔️ Have a Town business licence
✔️ Complete a vendor form (primarily for food vendors/public health requirements)

That’s it!

This is a friendly, low-pressure market and multiple vendors of the same type are absolutely welcome - our customers are looking for variety and we’ve had strong community support from shoppers attending regularly.

Come sell, connect, and be part of the summer atmosphere in Saskatchewan’s OUTBACK! ☀️

06/06/2026

Check this out!!

🎄 CHRISTMAS IN JULY IS COMING TO KUNZ’S KORNER HAVEN! 🎄

Who says you have to wait until December to celebrate Jesus’s birth? 🎁✨

Join us all month long for our Christmas in July festivities! We’ll be bringing the holiday spirit to summer with:

🎄 Special sales and promotions
🎁 Fun holiday-themed events
❤️ Fundraisers supporting some amazing local groups
🍬 Christmas cheer, community, and surprises along the way!

Whether you’re looking for a great deal, wanting to support a worthy cause, or just love Christmas as much as we do, there’s something for everyone.

Stay tuned for event announcements, fundraiser details, and all the festive fun we have planned! ☀️

❤️🎄✨