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SPSA to renew its land-based airtanker fleet

Tue, 04/23/2024 - 19:00
Today, Premier Scott Moe and Corrections, Policing and Public Safety Minister Paul Merriman unveiled further details on the four re-purposed land-based airtanker aircraft, consisting of two Dash...

Saskatchewan Boasts Year of Record Exports in 2023

Tue, 04/23/2024 - 17:30
Saskatchewan Goods Reached Over 160 Countries in 2023  Today, the Government of Saskatchewan and the Saskatchewan Trade and Export Partnership (STEP) released the province's annual State of Trade...

Government of Saskatchewan Launches New Awareness Campaign on Abusive Relationships

Mon, 04/22/2024 - 19:30
Social Media Series Targets Young People; Challenges Assumptions of What Constitutes Abuse The Government of Saskatchewan has launched the latest phase of a public awareness campaign that focuses...

Social Services Clients Benefitting from Income Assistance Increases

Mon, 04/22/2024 - 18:00
Seniors, individuals and families with low incomes are beginning to receive higher monthly benefits, as increases to income assistance rates announced in the 2024-25 provincial budget come into...

Construction on Regina General Hospital Parkade Advances with Installation of Panels

Mon, 04/22/2024 - 17:00
Trucks carrying large concrete panels are arriving daily and the framework of the future Regina General Hospital (RGH) parkade will begin to take shape over the coming weeks. Manufactured offsite,...

Saskatchewan Caps Off Successful Year Internationally

Mon, 04/22/2024 - 17:00
Province’s International Outcomes Finish Strong in Q4 Saskatchewan is reporting new successes internationally for the final quarter of the 2023-24 fiscal year. These have led to increased...

Intake Period Open for Saskatchewan Veterans Service Club Support Program 2024-25

Fri, 04/19/2024 - 22:00
The initial intake period for the Saskatchewan Veterans Service Club Support Program is open, with applications being accepted until May 15, 2024.   Introduced in 2019-20, the program provides...

Building Construction Investment on the Rise in Saskatchewan

Fri, 04/19/2024 - 19:15
Province Sees Substantial Year-Over-Year Growth Statistics Canada data released today indicate Saskatchewan has increased 19.4 per cent (seasonally-adjusted) for year-over-year growth in...

Highway 10 Passing Lanes Project To Move Forward Between Fort Qu'Appelle and Melville

Fri, 04/19/2024 - 19:00
Today, Highways Minister Lori Carr announced Highway 10 passing lanes will be moving forward between Fort Qu'Appelle and Melville as part of the passing lanes strategy.                 "Passing...

Saskgaming Reaches New Agreements with all Four Collective Bargaining Units

Fri, 04/19/2024 - 18:30
SaskGaming has reached new agreements with all four of its collective bargaining units, following ratification on April 18 of an agreement with the Public Service Alliance of Canada...

Governor General to Make First Official Visit to Saskatchewan

Fri, 04/19/2024 - 18:00
Governor General of Canada Mary Simon will visit Saskatchewan on April 22, 2024.  "Saskatchewan is honoured to welcome Her Excellency to our province for her first official visit," Premier Scott...

Saskatchewan Invests $13.2 Million for Veterinary Medicine Training

Fri, 04/19/2024 - 18:00
The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $13.2 million to the Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM) in 2024-25, representing a $667,000 increase over last year. This funding will support...

Tick Free Spring Tips

Fri, 04/19/2024 - 17:30
As temperatures start to climb, the Government of Saskatchewan is encouraging people to take precautions to reduce their exposure to tick bites and the risk of tick-borne illnesses when enjoying...

Nearly $650,000 in Additional Funding Approved Through Teacher Innovation and Support Fund

Thu, 04/18/2024 - 18:00
Another 17 teacher-led projects have been approved for funding through the Teacher Innovation and Support Fund, totaling $647,900.  This third round of funding means over $1.5 million has now been...

Province Invests in Agricultural Equipment Manufacturing Mobile Skills Lab

Thu, 04/18/2024 - 17:00
Saskatchewan Commits $300,000 to Agricultural Manufacturers of Canada to Grow the Workforce Today, the Government of Saskatchewan is pleased to announce a $300,000 investment into Agricultural...

Village, Contractor Fined $42,000 for Illegal Demolition Waste Disposal

Thu, 04/18/2024 - 17:00
There are rules in Saskatchewan on how to appropriately dispose of waste - failing to follow those rules can result in charges under The Environmental Management and Protection Act.  On January 9,...

Celebrating the Contributions and Dedication of Our Volunteers

Wed, 04/17/2024 - 18:30
The Government of Saskatchewan is joining Sask Sport, SaskCulture and the Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association in thanking our province's volunteers and celebrating their...

Death at Regina Correctional Centre

Wed, 04/17/2024 - 18:00
A 36 year-old sentenced male inmate was declared deceased on Tuesday, April 16, at the Regina Correctional Centre (RCC). The inmate was found unresponsive on a living unit at RCC at approximately...

Water Security Agency Investing in Key Water Infrastructure Projects

Wed, 04/17/2024 - 17:00
The Water Security Agency (WSA) is working to advance more than 60 key water infrastructure projects in 2024-25, with a focus on ensuring our infrastructure supports a sustainable, adaptable and...

Saskatchewan Housing Starts Surge By 12.1 Per Cent

Tue, 04/16/2024 - 20:50
Latest Housing Starts Figures Show Strength of Saskatchewan's Economy Numbers released today by Statistics Canada indicate that in March 2024, urban housing starts in Saskatchewan increased by 12.1...

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