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Sask DLC Signs Partnership to Support Agriculture Students Studying Online

Thu, 06/22/2023 - 17:00
The Government of Saskatchewan, the Saskatchewan Distance Learning Centre (Sask DLC) and the North American Equipment Dealers Association (NAEDA) are pleased to partner in support of agricultural...

Saskatchewan Celebrates National Indigenous Peoples Day

Wed, 06/21/2023 - 18:00
Today is National Indigenous Peoples Day, and the Government of Saskatchewan encourages all residents to celebrate and recognize the unique heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding contributions...

$350,000 Renovation Project Complete For Watrous Day Program

Tue, 06/20/2023 - 22:00
Adults with intellectual disabilities in Watrous can now attend day programming at a more accessible building, operated by Interlake Human Resources Corporation (IHRC). The Ministry of Social...

Saskatchewan's AA Credit Rating Affirmed by S&P Global Ratings

Tue, 06/20/2023 - 18:00
In its recent release, S&P Global Ratings cites Saskatchewan's prudent financial management in affirming the province's AA credit rating and stable outlook. Saskatchewan currently has the highest...

Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan invest $6.6 Million in Livestock and Forage Centre of Excellence

Tue, 06/20/2023 - 18:00
Canada's Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Marie-Claude Bibeau and Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister David Marit announced $6.6 million in support today for innovative livestock and forage...

Warmer Temperatures - Stay Safe Around Saskatchewan Lakes this Summer

Tue, 06/20/2023 - 17:30
The Water Security Agency (WSA) is advising that rising temperatures can cause patches of harmful blue-green algae to appear in our province's lakes and reservoirs. To ensure your safety, and that...

Government Invests in Community Safety Program for Youth in Pinehouse

Mon, 06/19/2023 - 21:45
The Government of Saskatchewan is investing more than $277,000 over three years for the Pinehouse Wellness Centre Restorative Program in support of youth in the community and surrounding area. The...

Construction Begins On The New $26 Million K-12 School In Lanigan

Mon, 06/19/2023 - 18:00
Students and staff in Lanigan are celebrating the start of construction on a new Kindergarten to Grade 12 School. It will replace Lanigan Elementary and Lanigan Central High School and is scheduled...

Prairie Pride: Native Prairie Appreciation Week Kicks Off in Saskatchewan

Mon, 06/19/2023 - 18:00
The Ministries of Environment and Agriculture are proud to jointly proclaim the week of June 18 to 24, as Native Prairie Appreciation Week. The native prairie is part of our provincial identity, it...

Saskatchewan Participates in Federal-Provincial-Territorial Meeting on Human Rights

Mon, 06/19/2023 - 17:30
This week, Justice Minister and Attorney General Bronwyn Eyre is joining with the provincial and territorial ministers of Ontario, British Columbia, Nova Scotia, and the Yukon, and federal...

Increase in Wholesale Trade Boosts Saskatchewan's Economy

Fri, 06/16/2023 - 19:00
Today, Statistics Canada released April 2023 wholesale trade figures, showing Saskatchewan with an increase of 45.7 per cent compared to the same time last year (seasonally adjusted). This was the...

Provincial Court Judge Appointed In La Ronge

Fri, 06/16/2023 - 18:30
The Government of Saskatchewan is pleased to announce the appointment of Nathan Forester to the Provincial Court in La Ronge. "Judge Forester's extensive experience, strong connection to La Ronge...

Saskatchewan Expands Scope of Practice for Three Frontline Health Care Professions

Fri, 06/16/2023 - 18:00
Expansion To Strengthen Health Care Teams and Enhance Access to Care The Government of Saskatchewan is expanding the scope of practice for pharmacists, nurse practitioners and advanced care...

Changes To The Gaming Framework Agreement Between FSIN And Saskatchewan

Thu, 06/15/2023 - 22:00
The Government of Saskatchewan and the Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations (FSIN) have agreed to several changes to the Gaming Framework Agreement (GFA) which lays out the terms for First...

$5 Million Renovation Project at Clavet Composite School Complete

Thu, 06/15/2023 - 21:30
Students and staff in Clavet are celebrating the completion of renovations and additions to their Kindergarten to Grade 12 school, thanks to a $5 million investment from the Government of...

Governments of Canada And Saskatchewan Break Ground on Affordable Housing for Young Families

Thu, 06/15/2023 - 19:00
Young families in need of secure, affordable housing will soon have access to five new affordable homes in the community of Prince Albert in part thanks to a $1.5 million investment by the...

Crop Report For The Period June 6 To June 12, 2023

Thu, 06/15/2023 - 18:00
Most producers have completed seeding operations, with 99 per cent of the crop seeded to date. Last-minute fields were seeded as they dried up over recent weeks. Overall, seeding went very well...

Free Counselling Expands to Children and Youth in Regina and Saskatoon

Wed, 06/14/2023 - 23:00
The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $1.7 million in new annual funding to Family Services Saskatchewan (FSSK) to expand its free, rapid access counselling services to children, youth and...

Ledcor Construction Limited Selected to Construct La Ronge Long-Term Care Home Project

Wed, 06/14/2023 - 21:00
The new La Ronge Long-Term Care (LTC) Home project has selected Ledcor Construction Limited (Ledcor) as the team that will construct the new facility.  Ledcor was selected through a two-stage...

Governments Invest $18 Million for Diagnostic Services For Animals

Wed, 06/14/2023 - 18:30
Today, the Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan announced $18 million to support Prairie Diagnostic Services in Saskatchewan over the next five years under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural...

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