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First-In-Canada Treaty Boundary Signage To Be Placed Along Saskatchewan’s Highway 11

Mon, 09/26/2022 - 19:00
Today, Saskatchewan's Lieutenant Governor, the Government of Saskatchewan and the Treaty Commissioner of Saskatchewan unveiled the official road signs to mark the Treaty 4-Treaty 6 boundary near...

Government of Saskatchewan Proclaims 2022 Global Biotech Week

Mon, 09/26/2022 - 17:00
Today, Agriculture Minister David Marit proclaimed September 26 to October 2, 2022, as Global Biotech Week in Saskatchewan. This week celebrates the role biotechnology plays in the agriculture...

Construction Officially Begins On The $28.4 Million Kindergarten To Grade 12 School In Carrot River

Fri, 09/23/2022 - 21:30
Today, Premier Scott Moe and Carrot River Valley MLA Fred Bradshaw joined students, staff and representatives of North East School Division to celebrate the official beginning of construction on a...

Animal Health Order Issued in Saskatchewan After Confirmed Avian Influenza in Poultry

Thu, 09/22/2022 - 21:00
The Ministry of Agriculture's Chief Veterinary Officer has issued an Animal Health Order on September 21, 2022, limiting the transport and comingling of poultry after several cases of Highly...

Crop Report for the Period of September 13 to 19, 2022

Thu, 09/22/2022 - 18:00
Many producers experienced cool, damp weather this past week which halted or slowed their harvest operations until conditions improved. Other producers that were able to continue either finished...

Two Companies Fined For OHS Violations Leading To Worker Injuries

Thu, 09/22/2022 - 18:00
Two companies were found guilty in separate workplace incidents to violations under The Occupational Health and Safety Regulations,1996. On September 2, 2022, Zbigniew Gromek (operating as Double G...

Securities Regulator Reminds Investors To Consider If DIY Investing Is The Right Fit For Their Investing Needs

Thu, 09/22/2022 - 17:00
In recent years, Do It Yourself (DIY) Investing has exploded in popularity, with more apps than ever offering accessible and affordable trading options. The Financial and Consumer Affairs Authority...

Minimum Wage Increasing to $13

Wed, 09/21/2022 - 18:00
Employers and workers in Saskatchewan are reminded that the province's minimum wage will be $13 an hour effective October 1, 2022. In May of this year the province announced the increase, which...

Saskatchewan's Economy Continues to Lead the Nation

Wed, 09/21/2022 - 18:00
Province Remains Strong Across A Number Of Key Economic Indicators While Also Maintaining One Of The Lowest Unemployment Rates In The Country. Saskatchewan is once again a national leader in...

Province Accepting Water, Wastewater And Other Green Infrastructure Project Applications Until November 29

Tue, 09/20/2022 - 20:00
Today, Saskatchewan communities and eligible organizations may start submitting funding applications for proposed water, wastewater and other projects under the last intake in the province for the...

Rare Earth Summit Launches Saskatchewan As Continental Hub For Critical Rare Earths Processing

Tue, 09/20/2022 - 18:00
Saskatchewan's leadership in rare earth elements (REE) production, research and education will debut today in Saskatoon as private and public sector collaborate to showcase three significant...

Saskatchewan and Alberta Renew Partnership in Mountain Pine Beetle Fight

Tue, 09/20/2022 - 17:30
The Government of Saskatchewan recently approved up to $1 million to fight mountain pine beetle in Alberta. The funding supports the third year of a three-year agreement with the Government of...

Provincial Grants Announced To Help Seniors Live Independently

Tue, 09/20/2022 - 17:00
Saskatchewan is taking steps to help seniors living independently in their own homes and communities.  The provincial government has invested $250,000 in one-time grant funding for senior-serving...

Government of Saskatchewan Recognizes Rail Safety Week

Tue, 09/20/2022 - 17:00
It's Rail Safety Week in Canada. The Ministry of Highways and the Canadian Safety Train Express are reminding everyone: See Tracks? Think Train! "Railways in Saskatchewan are a vital part of our...

Saskatchewan Celebrates National Forest Week with Focus on Sustainability and Opportunity

Fri, 09/16/2022 - 17:00
The Government of Saskatchewan has proclaimed September 18 to 24 as National Forest Week, with the theme, Canada's Forests: Solutions for a Changing Climate. The week will highlight the important...

Provincial Capital Commission Celebrates National Forestry

Fri, 09/16/2022 - 17:00
The Provincial Capital Commission (PCC) will recognize this year's National Forest Week from September 18 to 24 by offering a series of events rooted to educate at Wascana Centre and Government...

Bivalent COVID-19 Vaccine Availability Expanding September 19

Thu, 09/15/2022 - 21:30
Prioritizing Residents at Highest Risk Starting Monday, September 19, the Moderna bivalent booster dose will be available at Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) vaccination clinics and...

Crop Report for the Period of September 6 to 12, 2022

Thu, 09/15/2022 - 18:00
Ideal conditions over the past week allowed for producers across all regions in the province to make immense progress with harvest. Sixty-four per cent of the crop has now been harvested, up from...

Government Invests $5.4 Million For Increased Wages For Early Childhood Educators

Thu, 09/15/2022 - 17:00
The Governments of Saskatchewan and Canada are investing $5.4 million to provide up to $2 an hour increase for Early Childhood Educators (ECEs). This is in recognition of the important services...

Reducing Red Tape For Oil Service Rigs

Wed, 09/14/2022 - 19:30
The governments of Saskatchewan and Alberta, along with industry stakeholders, have secured a regulation exemption from Ottawa that will allow oil service rigs to move freely between the two...

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