Government of Saskatchewan News

The Government of Saskatchewan is increasing its investment in the province's tourism sector. The 2022-23 Budget includes a $5.0 million increase in funding to Tourism Saskatchewan to strengthen...

The 2022-23 Budget supports Saskatchewan's resurgent economy through an ambitious plan to increase trade, attract investment and improve competitiveness.  The Ministry of Trade and Export...

Today, the Government of Saskatchewan announced several changes to further the growth of the technology and research sector in the province. The creation of a single innovation agency in the...

Strong Market Conditions Result In Decade-High Price Levels The potash sector in Saskatchewan hit all-time record highs in 2021, with production reaching 14.2 million tonnes K2O and the value of...

Today, the Canadian Western Agribition's (CWA) Next Gen Agriculture Mentorship Program welcomes the newest group of agriculture leaders. “Young Canadians are the ones who will shape the future of...

Today, the Government of Saskatchewan announced an investment of $880,000 for the Digital Literacy for Job Seekers Initiative.  The funding supports individuals to develop the foundational digital...

The Ministry of Education is offering a one-time grant to regulated and operational child care centres to assist them in recruiting and retaining qualified early childhood educators (ECEs). Funds...

The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $245,000 in 2021-22 to Healthy Campus Saskatchewan in support of student mental health and wellbeing. With this investment, Healthy Campus Saskatchewan...

The Saskatchewan Firearms Office has launched a public awareness campaign to promote firearms safety in the province.  "Education is key when it comes to licensing and the safe operation of...

The Government of Saskatchewan has officially proclaimed March 20-26 as Social Work Week in Saskatchewan. The theme for this year's celebration is In Critical Demand - Social Work is...

More continuing care assistants (CCAs) are now hired to help better meet the needs of residents in long-term care facilities across Saskatchewan. The 2021-22 Provincial Budget provided $6 million...

Today, the province announced that Saskatchewan's 27 school divisions will be provided an additional $1.8 million in funding to alleviate additional substitute teacher and other school-based...

Certain fees and charges paid in Saskatchewan will change in 2022-23 to better reflect the cost of related provincial services. The changes are forecast to generate about $2.7 million in additional...

The Government of Saskatchewan has recognized Jim Pattison with the Saskatchewan Distinguished Service Award for his commitment to Saskatchewan's economy and his dedication to philanthropy. Mr....

The Government of Saskatchewan continues to expand public access to free Take Home Naloxone kits to help prevent overdose deaths in our province. Free Take Home Naloxone kits are now available at...

EGADZ has relaunched its I Am Not 4 Sale app which it anticipates will be a game changer to connect with and support sexually exploited youth. With the touch of a button, youth can simply,...

Self-Monitor, Self-Test and Get Your Booster Dose Self-monitor, self-test and get both vaccine doses plus your booster to help prevent COVID-19 transmission. If you are experiencing even mild cold...

Helium Liquefaction Hub Study Will Accelerate Provincial Development of Helium Export Infrastructure  The Government of Saskatchewan, in partnership with the Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC), is...

Two new medications for treating Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) are now covered in Saskatchewan. Zolgensma and Evrysdi are covered through the Drug Plan as eligible benefits for patients who meet...

Saskatchewan is leading the nation in year-over-year growth in wholesale trade.