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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...

Removal of Carbon Tax Keeps Inflation Rates Low in Saskatchewan

Tue, 04/16/2024 - 20:50
Consumer Price Index Increases Remain One of the Lowest in the Nation Saskatchewan continues to tackle inflationary pressures. In March 2024, the consumer price index in Saskatchewan increased by...

Saskatchewan Volunteer Medal Presented to 10 Recipients by Lieutenant Governor

Tue, 04/16/2024 - 18:00
This morning, Lieutenant Governor Russ Mirasty presented 10 dedicated individuals with the 2023 Saskatchewan Volunteer Medal during a ceremony at Government House.  "The time and care these...

Saskatchewan to Pursue Agreement on Aerial Geophysical Survey

Tue, 04/16/2024 - 17:30
The Government of Saskatchewan invested $500,000 for an airborne survey in southwest Saskatchewan in partnership with Natural Resources Canada. The survey will collect data about the area's geology...

Saskatchewan Signs New Partnership with France

Mon, 04/15/2024 - 18:30
Saskatchewan and France Sign Letter of Intent on the Development of Supply Chains for Strategic Minerals Today, Saskatchewan Minister of Trade and Export Development Jeremy Harrison and French...

SRC Expects to Produce 400 Tonnes of Rare Earth Metals Per Year Beginning in 2025

Mon, 04/15/2024 - 18:00
Today, the Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC) signed a five-year agreement in principle with Hung Thinh Group (HTG) from Vietnam to import rare earth carbonate to SRC's Rare Earth Processing...

Survey Seeking Feedback on Accessibility of Government Facilities, Programs and Services

Mon, 04/15/2024 - 18:00
The Government of Saskatchewan is inviting members of the public to fill out an accessibility survey from April 15 until May 10, 2024. The survey asks about accessibility barriers persons with...

Changes to the Midwifery Regulations

Mon, 04/15/2024 - 17:30
The Government of Saskatchewan is strengthening the role of midwives in the province by making amendments to The Midwifery Regulations. These amendments support midwives to provide care to their...

Celebrate Saskatchewan Tourism Week - April 15 - 19

Mon, 04/15/2024 - 17:00
The Government of Saskatchewan has proclaimed April 15-19 as Saskatchewan Tourism Week. The week coincides with the national celebration of Tourism Week in Canada.  Saskatchewan Tourism Week...

Saskatchewan Declares Public Safety Telecommunicators Week

Mon, 04/15/2024 - 17:00
The Government of Saskatchewan is proclaiming April 14-20, 2024, as Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. It is a week to celebrate and recognize the hard work and dedication of 9-1-1 call takers,...

Two School Division Losses in Second Quarter

Fri, 04/12/2024 - 21:00
The Board of Education of Regina Roman Catholic Separate School Division No. 81 has reported a loss of public money in the amount of $9,600 and the Board of Education for Living Sky School Division...

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