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Saskatchewan Celebrates Co-operatives Week

Mon, 10/17/2022 - 17:00
The Government of Saskatchewan has proclaimed October 16-22 as Co-operatives Week in Saskatchewan, recognizing the contributions made by local co-ops to Saskatchewan's economy. "Co-operative...

Saskatchewan to Lead Trade and Investment Mission to Mexico, Attend Tri-National Agricultural Accord

Fri, 10/14/2022 - 21:00
Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister David Marit is travelling to Mexico to advance Saskatchewan's interests at trade and investment meetings in Guadalajara, Saltillo and Mexico City. "Mexico is an...

Saskatchewan Leads Nation with 73.7 Per Cent Growth in Wholesale Trade

Fri, 10/14/2022 - 21:00
Saskatchewan's economy continues to thrive, with Statistics Canada reporting today the value of wholesale trade jumping in our province by 73.7 per cent in August 2022 compared to August 2021, the...

Changes Extend PST Rebate For New Home Construction

Fri, 10/14/2022 - 18:00
Expanded eligibility for the Provincial Sales Tax (PST) Rebate for New Home Construction will help more people afford new homes. The rebate now includes homes where a contract has been signed and...

Provinces Oppose Federal Use Of Police Resources

Fri, 10/14/2022 - 17:30
Provinces joined together at the 2022 Meeting of Federal, Provincial and Territorial Ministers Responsible for Justice and Public Safety to discuss the federal government’s plan to use police...

More Than 175 Full-Time Health Care Job Opportunities Posted To Address Rural And Remote Staffing Challenges

Fri, 10/14/2022 - 17:30
In collaboration with the Ministry of Health, the Saskatchewan Health Authority is advancing the Government of Saskatchewan's commitment to create more full-time positions in rural and northern...

Pfizer Bivalent COVID-19 Vaccine at Public Health Clinics for 12+ Starting October 17

Fri, 10/14/2022 - 17:30
Available In Participating Pharmacies The Week Of October 17 Starting Monday, October 17, Saskatchewan residents 12 years and older may receive the Pfizer bivalent vaccine through Saskatchewan...

Community Rink Affordability Grant Program Application Period Opens October 17

Thu, 10/13/2022 - 18:30
The Government of Saskatchewan will once again be partnering with the Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association (SPRA) in accepting applications from communities for the Community Rink...

Cochlear Implant Program Expanded to Include Processor Replacement Co-Pay

Thu, 10/13/2022 - 18:00
Effective December 1, 2022, Saskatchewan is moving to implement a co-pay model for the Cochlear Implant Program to help residents who need to replace their devices. A cochlear implant is a...

Royal Saskatchewan Museum And University Of Regina Still Asking For Public’s Help In Owl Research

Thu, 10/13/2022 - 17:00
The Royal Saskatchewan Museum (RSM) and the University of Regina are continuing their research on great horned owls in the province, which includes a unique and very successful citizen science...

Death At Regina Correctional Centre

Wed, 10/12/2022 - 23:30
A 46-year-old male inmate on remand was declared deceased this morning at the Regina Correctional Centre. The inmate became unresponsive after an altercation with another inmate. Corrections staff...

Habitat For Humanity Welcomes Prince Albert Family Home

Wed, 10/12/2022 - 18:00
A new home is now complete for a Habitat for Humanity family in Prince Albert thanks to investments from the Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan.  Today, Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Housing and...

Reports on Infrastructure and the Education Continuum Presented

Wed, 10/12/2022 - 17:00
Today, the Advisory Committee on Francophone Affairs presented the Minister Responsible for Francophone Affairs Laura Ross with two new reports detailing their on-going review and analysis of...

Saskatoon Families Celebrate New Habitat For Humanity Homes

Tue, 10/11/2022 - 22:00
Two Saskatoon families are ready to move into their new Habitat for Humanity homes, thanks to investments from the governments of Canada and Saskatchewan. Today, Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Housing...

Federal Policies Could Cost Saskatchewan $111 Billion By 2035

Tue, 10/11/2022 - 20:15
Premier Says Provincial Government Will Defend Saskatchewan Economy, Families and Jobs Premier Scott Moe today said his government will take steps to protect Saskatchewan's families, businesses and...

Flu Shot Clinics Now Open

Tue, 10/11/2022 - 18:00
Saskatchewan residents can start receiving their flu shots as of today. All residents six months of age and older are eligible to get a free influenza vaccine every year. Residents will also have...

The Governments Of Saskatchewan And Canada Announce Additional Funding For The Recruitment And Retention Of Early Childhood Educators

Tue, 10/11/2022 - 18:00
Today, the Government of Saskatchewan and the Government of Canada announced an investment of $2.59 million to fund one-time grants in support of the recruitment and retention of certified Early...

Third Flight Of Displaced Ukrainians Planned For Saskatchewan

Tue, 10/11/2022 - 18:00
The Province Prepares To Welcome A Third Flight Of Approximately 200 Ukrainians Fleeing The War-Torn Country Today, Immigration and Career Training Minister Jeremy Harrison announced that...

Lowest Unemployment Rate in Canada

Fri, 10/07/2022 - 19:15
Unemployment Rate At 4.1 Per Cent, The Lowest Among The Provinces And 6,000 Jobs Added From A Year Ago Recently released September 2022 job numbers from Statistics Canada show strong year-over-year...

Highway 1 Bridge Replacement Project Wrapping Up near Swift Current

Fri, 10/07/2022 - 19:00
An $18 million dollar bridge replacement project east of Swift Current is nearing completion. The multi-year construction project included two new overpasses, one on the westbound and one on the...

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