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A Regina Leader-Post and Saskatoon StarPhoenix multi-part series investigates hunters & business female firepower Read more Tell us about a time when guns had an effect — either positive or negative — in your life or the life of someone close to you. How increased drug and gang activity in Saskatchewan cities led to a jump in gun violence Explore the cultural differences between Canadian and American gun enthusiasts Rifles and shotguns drive a $300M industry in Saskatchewan lines of fire have your say indigenous voices divided Read more Read more rural life the shot that a province Read more Read more gun shows lines of fire videos scroll down E Read more The depth of mistrust and anger found in the province is overwhelming. The divisions between people from rural backgrounds and those who were born and raised in the city hit very close to home for me. 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