Nutrien Wonderhub increases prices, reduces hours due to funding shortfall
As a result, the non-profit is facing a $300,000 shortfall due to inflation, rising costs, and a lack of core operational funding.
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Saskatchewan's Ministry of Parks, Culture and Sport said, in a statement:
'Nutrien Wonderhub is requesting $300,000 in annual funding from the province to reduce their operating deficit, with a commitment of up to five years.
'While the Ministry of Parks, Culture, and Sport is unable to provide the requested funding outside of its approved budget, Nutrien Wonderhub's request will be considered alongside other priorities across government as part of the budget process for next year.'
As Global's Nicole Healey explains in the video above, it's not just parents that are upset by the cost, but Nutrien Wonderhub itself for not being able to stay affordable for all families.
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