Government of Saskatchewan News
The latest news releases from the Government of Saskatchewan.
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Record $3.3 Billion Education Budget Includes Largest Ever Increase of 8.8 Per Cent to Saskatchewan Schools
The Government of Saskatchewan is providing a record budget of $3.3 billion for the Ministry of Education. This is an increase of $247.8 million, or 8.1 per cent, over last year and supports...
$255.2 Million for Saskatchewan First Nation and Métis Communities
The 2024-25 Provincial Budget continues investment in First Nation and Métis communities throughout Saskatchewan. Approximately $255.2 million in targeted funding will be provided for First Nation...
Social Services Budget Supports Growing Needs of Saskatchewan People, Families and Children
The 2024-25 Budget for the Ministry of Social Services is $1.5 billion, which is an increase of $112.4 million, or 7.8 per cent, over 2023-24.
"The 2024-25 Social Services budget provides targeted...
Budget Delivers Record Investment in Agriculture
Saskatchewan's 2024-25 Budget supports Saskatchewan's agriculture industry through investments in programming for producers and agri-businesses, funding for agricultural research and enhancements...
$250 Million Budget Enhances Access to Justice, Public Safety
The 2024-25 Provincial Budget includes more than $250.0 million in funding for the continuation of important justice initiatives in Saskatchewan.
"This budget builds on recent key legislative and...
Budget Invests More Than $730 Million in Community Safety
The 2024-25 Budget includes $641.0 million in funding for the Ministry of Corrections, Policing and Public Safety, $78.4 million in funding to the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) and $12.4...
New Investments in Parks and Recreation Benefit Saskatchewan People and Communities
Saskatchewan's provincial and regional parks will benefit from funding increases in the 2024-25 Provincial Budget through investments in capital improvements and ongoing maintenance.
"As...
Sustainable Future: Environment's 2024-25 Budget Enhances Environmental Resilience
The Ministry of Environment's 2024-25 Budget emphasizes a commitment to environmental stewardship and resilience.
"This year's budget focuses on the ministry's commitment to investing in our...
$741.0 Million Highways Budget Meets the Needs of a Growing Province
The Ministry of Highways' $741.0 million budget for 2024-25 will improve more than 1,100 kilometres (km) of highways, enhance safety, invest in strategic transportation routes and improve corridors...
Investments Made to Support Saskatchewan's Growing Workforce
The Ministry of Immigration and Career Training is supporting Saskatchewan's present and future workforce by investing in programs and services that strengthen Saskatchewan's labour force, connect...
Saskatchewan Invests $1 Million to Provide 150 Additional Training Seats Through the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission
The Government of Saskatchewan is investing an additional $1 million to increase the capacity for the development of skilled trades in the province.
This additional funding brings the total...
18.4 Per Cent Increase in Building Construction Investment Demonstrates Continued Growth in Saskatchewan
Province Sees Impressive Year-Over-Year Growth, Ranking Third in the Nation
Figures published today by Statistics Canada indicate that Saskatchewan ranks third in the nation for year-over-year...
Additional $35.2 Million for First Nation and Métis Organizations through Gaming Payments
Saskatchewan First Nation and Métis organizations have received an additional $35.2 million in gaming payments for a total of $127.6 million in 2023-24, thanks to the higher-than-forecast profits...
Celebrating March 18-23 as Social Work Week in Saskatchewan
The Government of Saskatchewan has officially proclaimed March 18-23 as Social Work Week in Saskatchewan. The theme for this year's celebration is Seven Points of Unity; Many Possibilities.
"Every...
Private Investment Brings LED Volume Wall to Saskatchewan
Premier Scott Moe and Parks, Culture and Sport Minister Laura Ross were at the John Hopkins Regina Soundstage in Regina today attending the grand unveiling of the LED Volume Wall, brought to...
Changes to Fees and Charges in 2024-25
Certain fees and charges paid in Saskatchewan will change in 2024-25 to reflect rate freezes, changes to radiation services fees and removal of film classification fees.
The changes are forecast...
Inquest Into the Death of Jeremy Sabourin
A public inquest into the death of Jeremy Sabourin will be held April 15 to 19, 2024, at the Heritage Inn Hotel and Convention Centre, 1590 Main Street North in Moose Jaw.
The first day of the...
SRC Designated as Primary Organization in Saskatchewan Responsible for Microreactor Development
The Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC) will now serve as the primary organization responsible for micro-Small Modular Reactor (microreactor) development in the province. The SRC will also be the...
Protect Your Elm Trees: Pruning Ban Begins April 1
The annual ban on pruning elm trees in Saskatchewan begins April 1 and runs until August 31. The ban is in place to protect the province's elm trees by helping slow the spread of Dutch elm disease...
Creating Food and Economic Security for a Stronger Saskatchewan
Today, Premier Scott Moe announced the Government of Saskatchewan is moving forward with constructing the early works of the first 90,000 acres of the Lake Diefenbaker Irrigation Project. The total...
