Regina Construction II

[macblaze]

Originally Posted by Migs

Who cares, both cites are prospering and growing at an incredible rate, which is nothing but positive news for the province. A strong Saskatoon is good for Regina, just like the opposite. Why can't we be proud of both and call them our own?

I SAY BAH TO THAT THE FIGHT IS ON SASKATOON LOL JK you are right we are all posting some good numbers now i am saying good night ladies for the final time

[Scruff Bucket]

Originally Posted by Devon

Does anyone know how they determine the boundaries for the CMA? ...

Statcan's definitions of CMA / CA designations: Simplified defintion, Detailed definition

Glossary of more census geographical units

I hope this helps!

[thefourthtower]

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[UPP]

Originally Posted by Brutopian

Jimmy James is bang on. The rate of Saskatoon's growth (both the city proper and CMA) has been outpacing Regina's rate of growth (the city proper and CMA) FOR DECADES. This is hardly a new trend. Take a look and compare each city's population (growth rate) stats going back to the 1950s. The stats don't lie. We can argue until the cows come home why Saskatoon's growth rate has surpassed Regina's for that many years, but what you can't dispute is that IT IS HAPPENING. It's certainly a trend I wouldn't bet against.

Regina's rate of growth of sour grapes is, however, obviously well intact.

Really? Yet it's Saskatoon that still suffers from the small city syndrome. Wants everything from the govt and anything Regina gets, they need too.

[swilley]

Originally Posted by thefourthtower

you are right on saskatoon has recieved billions more on both levels of govt and that makes all the difference that is now changing with the wall govt thank goodess

Have anything that backs this up? Or just your 12 years experience on this earth?

[thefourthtower]

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[dsim249]

Originally Posted by swilley

Have anything that backs this up? Or just your 12 years experience on this earth?

Originally Posted by thefourthtower

someone should should go back 25 years and see how much more was given just look , dont insult , if the facks were there iam sure that is what it would be

Swilley, it is a fack... ... .. ... .......

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[Spongebob]

Way to go Saskatoon and Regina. There are many good developments going on in both regions. I live in Regina and have never seen the kind of growth we are experiencing now. Good to see those tower cranes going up downtown.

[swilley]

Originally Posted by thefourthtower

i bet in the past 12 years it has been a billion from both levels of govt

Thats a strong source... Thanks!

[Jerry]

I am embarrassed to be reading some of these posts.

Saskatchewan is experiencing unbelievable growth. We are making history at this very moment and what is happening in the Regina forum ? a fanboy fight. I just can't believe it. We should be celebrating.

Healthy debate is great when backed up by facts and sources but this is just —. Let's just put an end to it before the Regina forum gets locked.

[Spongebob]

Originally Posted by Jerry

I am embarrassed to be reading some of these posts.

Saskatchewan is experiencing unbelievable growth. We are making history at this very moment and what is happening in the Regina forum ? a fanboy fight. I just can't believe it. We should be celebrating.

Healthy debate is great when backed up by facts and sources but this is just —. Let's just put an end to it before the Regina forum gets locked.

I agree 100%!

[Jimmy James]

Originally Posted by macblaze

what these boys are saying is correct about Saskatoon but I think in the future growth just with all the development going on here Regina I can see us picking up in growth maybe one day taking over we have all the basic to do that GTH potash and we are also real close to all the oil development all this equal jobs I think someone did put up article in here showing that the Regina job market was out pacing Saskatoon from what i read we gain 7000 jobs and they lost jobs not actually sure on the exact number on it just going off by memory am very sure some on here must have seen that article now i am not saying that Saskatoon going down hill but the number are showing that Regina is starting to flex it muscle it going to take time for us put up some of the number saskatoon doing but we are starting see people are choosing regina to do business in ie mosaic GTH co-op upgrade plus we ready have a good foundation like telecommunications industry like sasktel and access evraz and the list goes on. it take time we are not going to put up number like they do over night but a shift is happening boys mark my words I know are Saskatoon brothas don't like hear that but the evidence is all around us with current and future development. and with that GOOD NIGHT GIRLS LOL

Sorry, but the economic indicators just don't support this. True, Regina and area did produce more jobs in the past year, but they started out at a deficit.

Saskatoon still kept the same distance or has outpaced Regina in most key economic indicators:

Building permits:
Regina - $427 million ($458 million in 2009)
Saskatoon - $663 million ($534 million in 2009)

Housing starts:
Regina - 1347 (up 45% from 2009's 930)
Saskatoon - 2381 (up 67% from 2009's 1428)

These numbers, in addition to the population increase, don't happen without significant development and quality job opportunities (which are career-based jobs, and not the service based jobs that populate saskjobs.ca). And Saskatoon and area has many large developments underway or scheduled to begin, as well, so don't think Regina is the only place with a bright future.

Sorry, but Saskatoon won't be losing ground.

[Chaps]

Originally Posted by thefourthtower

go back to toon town

You're not gaining any Regina forum support with the way you treat people around here.

Learn to exercise some respect.

[jigglysquishy]

I'm looking at the Harvard construction cam and the center is already poured with concrete, if I see correctly.

I wasn't expecting this thing to start rising until March. Could we start seeing it next week?

[jigglysquishy]

I extrapolated the new CMA data. Using out 2009-2010 growth rate we'll be 267,000 in 2020. Exciting stuff! If our growth rate climbs (its been increasing every year for the past five years) that number could be significantly higher.

[BrannyMuffin]

Does anyone know anything about the restaurant space in the Wingate? I was driving by last night and noticed a sign on the north side of the building that said Opening Soon, but that was about all I could make out (it was blowing in the wind and kinda dark). It looked like maybe it said Dynasty or something...

PS All this fighting about populations, of all things, is annoying. Instead of arguing over posts that are barely coherent to begin with, just ignore them and I think everyone will be happier.

[radioactive1]

This is my first time posting. I'm from Saskatoon and have been reading a lot about the GTH. I think that this is going to be amazing for Regina to have something like this. It makes sense to have it there. However, I think something that most people are overlooking is that the GTH itself does not constitute or create growth. What it does is it makes the movement of goods much more easier and efficient. This in turn provides advantages for all industries in the province.... and I'm not sure if this has been brought up on this forum, but the GTH is only a "piece of the puzzle" for the Asia-Pacific Gateway and Corridor Initiative. The GTH will obviously give Regina a boost in job creation and have spin-offs in the community. But you have to step back and look at the big picture.... the completion of the South River Crossing in Saskatoon (which I'm sure doesn't mean much to Reginans) is going to drastically improve the movement of goods through Saskatoon as well. These 2 projects give saskatchewan an advantage in getting our resources to global markets more efficiently and cheaper. If you don't know much about the APGCI here's the link:

http://www.pacificgateway.gc.ca/investments-map/flashmap_e.html

Having access to both the Vancouver and the Prince Rupert Ports is important. The Port of Prince Rupert is expanding massively over the next decade and offers a 3 day shorter transport time from Asia to the Eastern Seaboard states..... So not trying to rain on the GTH parade (ok maybe a little bit), but obviously being from Saskatoon I'm a little biased. Anyway, just wanted to put in my 2 cents...

[A4Regina]

Just a suggestion.. maybe we should continue this discussion (as it is interesting) to the SK Economic Outlook Thread? or start a new one, instead of clogging up the Regina & Saskatoon Construction threads with debates that involve more than Construction & Developments in the city.