Government of Saskatchewan News
/* ES HIDE ALL TABS FOR KUOOT php print render($tabs); */ ?>New Saskatchewan Human Rights Commissioners Appointed
Justice Minister and Attorney General Bronwyn Eyre has appointed seven new members to the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission (SHRC), including a new chief and vice-chief commissioner. The new...
Saskatchewan Lawyers Honoured with King's Counsel Designations
Four more Saskatchewan lawyers have been recognized with the King’s Counsel (K.C.) designation for their contributions to the legal profession and public service across the province. This is in...
Inquest Into the Death of Myles Sanderson
A public inquest into the death of Myles Sanderson will be held February 26 to March 1, 2024, at the Saskatoon Inn and Conference Centre, 2002 Airport Drive in Saskatoon.
The first day of the...
One School Division Loss in First Quarter
The Board of Education of Lloydminster School Division No. 99 has reported a loss of public money in the amount of $7,846 for the first quarter of the 2023-24 school division fiscal year (September...
Manitoba residents fined almost $14,000, suspended from hunting
Two Manitoba men found out that wildlife offences are taken seriously in Saskatchewan, as they were handed hunting suspensions and fines totalling $13,980 in Swift Current Provincial Court...
The Saskatchewan Employment Incentive is now Open for Applications
The Government of Saskatchewan has officially launched the new Saskatchewan Employment Incentive (SEI). Working families with low incomes can now apply online at...
Minimum Age for Purchase of Tobacco and Vapour Products Set to Increase
Effective February 1, 2024, the minimum age for the purchase of tobacco and vapour products will increase from 18 to 19 years of age.
In October 2023, the Government of Saskatchewan passed proposed...
Province Invests in 211 Saskatchewan Supports
The Government of Saskatchewan is providing the United Way with $634,000 in 2023-24 to support 211 Saskatchewan and the new Re:CONNECT service to support families and individuals impacted by...
The Rink on Wascana Now Open for the 2024 Season
Today, the Provincial Capital Commission (PCC) is delighted to declare the opening of the Rink on Wascana for its third season. Located at Legislative Landing in front of the Provincial Legislative...
Government of Saskatchewan Funding Supports New Emergency Shelter in Moose Jaw
The Government of Saskatchewan is investing $124,400 to establish 15 emergency shelter spaces in Moose Jaw, operated by John Howard Society of Saskatchewan. The funding is part of the Provincial...
Saskatchewan Top Province for Energy Sector Competitiveness
Saskatchewan is the most attractive jurisdiction in Canada for oil and gas investment, according to the Fraser Institute's 2023 Canada-US Energy Sector Competitiveness Survey. Overall, Saskatchewan...
It's Family Literacy Week in Saskatchewan!
Join the Government of Saskatchewan, the Saskatchewan Literacy Network (SLN) and Family Literacy Hubs in celebrating Family Literacy Week!
On January 27, 2024, it will be the 25th anniversary of...
Crown Land Grazing Rates Frozen for 2024
The Government of Saskatchewan is freezing the 2024 Crown land grazing rate at 2022 levels, as the industry continues to deal with the effects of several years of dry conditions. Producers who must...
Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan Invest Over $6 Million in Livestock and Forage Research
A total of $6.8 million in funding was announced today by Canada's Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Lawrence MacAulay and Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister David Marit for livestock and forage...
Three Public Safety Agencies Team Up For New Emergency Response Vehicle
Today, the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA), the Regina Police Service (RPS) and Regina Fire and Protective Services (RFPS) unveiled a new emergency vehicle as well as a new partnership...
Construction Company Fined $1,400 for Not Paying Wages
On January 11, Langman Contracting Inc., pleaded guilty in Assiniboia Provincial Court to violating one count under The Saskatchewan Employment Act.
On August 10, 2023, Langman Contracting Inc. and...
Innovation Saskatchewan Invests More Than $1 Million in Research and Development Projects in Core Sectors
Innovation Saskatchewan is investing more than $1 million in four industry-led research and development (R&D) projects through the Saskatchewan Advantage Innovation Fund (SAIF) and Agtech Growth...
Province Realigns Health System Approach to Illicit Drug Use Issues
Under the new Action Plan for Mental Health and Addictions, the Government of Saskatchewan is focused on getting more people the treatment they need to overcome addictions and live healthy, safe...
Government of Saskatchewan Announces Funding for 10 Emergency Shelter Spaces in La Ronge
The Government of Saskatchewan is investing $97,600 to fund 10 emergency shelter spaces in La Ronge at the Scattered Sites emergency shelter, operated by Kikinahk Friendship Centre. The funding is...
Province, Physicians Reach Tentative Contract Agreement
The provincial government and the Saskatchewan Medical Association (SMA) have reached a tentative four-year contract agreement for the period April 1, 2022, to March 31, 2026.
"We are pleased to...