Government of Saskatchewan News
The latest news releases from the Government of Saskatchewan.
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Province Moves Forward With Saskatoon Cancer Patient Lodge Replacement Plans
The Government of Saskatchewan and Saskatchewan Cancer Agency (SCA) announced plans to advance to the design phase of a brand new structure for the Saskatoon Cancer Patient Lodge.
"We are taking...
Saskatchewan Proclaims Transportation Week
The Government of Saskatchewan has proclaimed September 2 to 6 as Transportation Week.
"It is important for us to recognize those who keep our economy moving," Highways Minister Lori Carr said....
Saskatchewan Establishes the Strongest Immigration Program Integrity Framework in Canada as New Regulations Come Into Effect
On September 1, 2024, new provincial regulations to strengthen Saskatchewan's immigration integrity framework came into effect. The Immigration Services Act was passed in the Spring sitting of the...
Saskatchewan Provides $250,000 in Funding for Sylvite Four-Six Working Group to Support Regional Economic Development
Funding will Support Key Community Outcomes Around BHP’s Jansen Potash Project
Today, the Government of Saskatchewan announced it will provide $250,000 to the Sylvite Four-Six Regional Development...
West Central Abilities Celebrates the Grand Opening of a New Day Program
Today, Kindersley MLA Ken Francis, on behalf of Social Services Minister Gene Makowsky, joined representatives from West Central Abilities (WCA) to celebrate the grand opening of a new day program...
Protective Services Personnel Recognized with Exemplary Service Medals in Regina
Today, recipients of the Saskatchewan Protective Services Medal are being recognized by Lieutenant Governor Russ Mirasty and Provincial Secretary Don Morgan during a pair of ceremonies in...
SIRT Investigating Fatal Collision Involving RCMP
On Thursday, August 29, at approximately 6:04 a.m., the Saskatchewan Serious Incident Response Team (SIRT) received a notification from the Saskatchewan RCMP regarding a serious incident involving...
Saskatchewan and the Shoppers Foundation for Women's Health Continue Distribution of Period Products with Third Shipment to Schools and Post Secondary Institutions
The Government of Saskatchewan joined with representatives from Shoppers Drug Mart and the Prairie Valley School Division to mark the one-year anniversary of a program that provides free menstrual...
The FCAA Warns Consumers of Unlicensed Door to Door Sellers
The FCAA remains committed to protecting consumers and ensuring that all direct sellers in Saskatchewan comply with The Direct Sellers Act and Regulations. All door-to-door salespeople, also known...
Saskatchewan Introduces New Immigration Streams for Agriculture and Health Care Workers
Industry-Specific Talent Pathways Launched Under the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program
Today, the Government of Saskatchewan announced two new talent pathways under the Saskatchewan Immigrant...
Elm Tree Pruning Permitted Starting September 1
The annual ban on pruning elm trees is ending August 31, paving the way for Saskatchewan residents to begin their seasonal pruning September 1.
Saskatchewan prohibits pruning elm trees during the...
Government of Saskatchewan Releases 2024-25 First Quarter Report
Saskatchewan’s finances remain stable. A first-quarter deficit of $354 million is projected, up $80.6 million from the original budget projection of $273.2 million.
“At first quarter, we continue...
Over 5,000 Child Care Spaces to be Allocated Across Saskatchewan
Today, the Government of Canada and Saskatchewan announced an investment of $71.3 million to allocate more than 5,000 child care centre spaces across the province throughout 2024-25.
To date, 1,537...
Crop Report for the Period August 20 to August 26, 2024
Producers have made good progress with harvest over the past week with 25 per cent of the crop now harvested, ahead of the 5-year average of 21 per cent. The storms brought strong winds and heavy...
Saskatchewan Recognizes International Overdose Awareness Day
The Government of Saskatchewan is recognizing August 31 as International Overdose Awareness Day to remember the people who have been lost to addictions, to raise awareness of the dangers of illicit...
SIRT Investigating Death Following Attempted Traffic Stop
On Monday, August 26, at approximately 7:11 p.m., the Saskatchewan Serious Incident Response Team (SIRT) received a notification from the Saskatchewan RCMP regarding a serious incident involving...
Construction Reaches Eighty Per Cent Completion on Regina General Hospital Parkade
Construction on the Regina General Hospital (RGH) parkade has reached the 80 per cent mark and is on track to open for hospital staff and visitors in late 2024. Crews will continue work over the...
Additional Treaty Land Entitlement Transfer of Mineral Rights to Cowessess First Nation
The Government of Saskatchewan has approved the transfer of 336 hectares (829 acres) of mineral rights to the Cowessess First Nation as part of their Treaty Land Entitlement (TLE) Settlement...
More Doctors Recruited to Rural Saskatchewan
Fourteen new physicians are now practicing in rural communities across Saskatchewan after completing the Saskatchewan International Physician Practice Assessment (SIPPA) program in May.
The annual...
Saskatchewan Invests $1.92 Million in Regina and Saskatoon Trades and Skills Centres
The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $1.92 million in funding to the Regina and Saskatoon Trades and Skills Centres for continued skills training program delivery and...
