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Saskatchewan Recognizes May 11-17 as National Police Week

Tue, 05/13/2025 - 18:30
Recognizing Police Officers and Agencies in Saskatchewan The Government of Saskatchewan has proclaimed May 11 to 17, 2025 as National Police Week. This year's national theme, "Committed to Serve...

Government of Saskatchewan Invests in Social Housing Units

Tue, 05/13/2025 - 18:00
The 2025-26 Provincial Budget is providing more Saskatchewan families with access to safe and appropriate housing with an investment of $9.2 million in new funding to start multi-year repair and...

Vice Chairperson Appointed to the Labour Relations Board

Tue, 05/13/2025 - 17:00
Linda Zarzeczny, K.C. has been appointed to the Labour Relations Board as vice chairperson.   Ms. Zarzeczny joins Kyle McCreary, Chairperson and Carol Kraft, Vice-Chairperson on the Labour...

Spring Seeding Underway In Saskatchewan

Mon, 05/12/2025 - 20:00
In the wake of recent warmer weather and dryer conditions, the public is reminded that agriculture producers and equipment are back in the field as seeding operations are underway in earnest across...

Victim Services Volunteers Recognized During Victims and Survivors of Crime Week

Mon, 05/12/2025 - 19:00
The Government of Saskatchewan has proclaimed May 11-17, 2025, as Victims and Survivors of Crime Week in the province.  The week is a chance to raise awareness about matters facing victims and...

May 12-16 is Aquatic Invasive Species Awareness Week

Mon, 05/12/2025 - 18:00
Saskatchewan Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Awareness Week runs from May 12 to May 16 this year - a great opportunity to learn more about slowing the spread of AIS and keeping our waterbodies...

Government of Saskatchewan Proclaims May 11-17 as Disability Service Professionals Week

Mon, 05/12/2025 - 18:00
The Government of Saskatchewan is proud to proclaim May 11 to 17, 2025, as Disability Service Professionals Week. Now in its eighth year, this week recognizes the dedication of skilled disability...

Province Celebrates Women Entrepreneurs and Their Impact on Saskatchewan's Economy

Mon, 05/12/2025 - 17:30
The Government of Saskatchewan has officially proclaimed May 11 to 17, 2025, as Women Entrepreneurs Week, recognizing the vital role women entrepreneurs play in shaping the province's economy and...

Economic Development Week Celebrates Saskatchewan's Strong Economy

Mon, 05/12/2025 - 17:00
The Government of Saskatchewan has proclaimed May 11 to May 17 as Economic Development Week in the province. The week focuses on the crucial role of Saskatchewan businesses and economic development...

Indigenous Economic Development Day Proclaimed in Saskatchewan

Mon, 05/12/2025 - 17:00
The Government of Saskatchewan proclaimed May 12 as Indigenous Economic Development Day in the province. The day focuses on the importance of increased Indigenous participation in the economy,...

SIRT Investigating in Custody Death at Melfort RCMP Detachment

Fri, 05/09/2025 - 20:00
On Tuesday May 6, 2025 at approximately 7:13 p.m., the Saskatchewan Serious Incident Response Team (SIRT) received a notification from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) regarding an...

Inquest into the Death of Ashwin Poggenpoel

Fri, 05/09/2025 - 19:30
A public inquest into the death of Ashwin Poggenpoel will be held June 9 to 13, 2025, at the Saskatoon Inn and Conference Centre, 2002 Airport Drive, in Saskatoon. The first day of the inquest is...

60 Million Reasons To Check The Highway Hotline This Past Year

Fri, 05/09/2025 - 19:00
Today, Highways Minister David Marit announced the Highway Hotline's digital platform was checked by motorists over the last year more than 60 million times - a new record for Saskatchewan's...

Saskatchewan Leads the Nation With 21,100 Jobs Added in April and Lowest Unemployment Rate in Canada

Fri, 05/09/2025 - 17:52
Statistics Canada's latest labour force numbers show that the labour market in Saskatchewan remains strong with 21,100 jobs added year-over-year in April, an increase of 3.6 per cent, the highest...

SPSA Fire Ban Issued to Prevent Further Human Caused Wildfires

Fri, 05/09/2025 - 01:25
Due to current conditions, high fire activity and the extreme fire risk in the province, the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) has issued a provincial fire ban effective at 5 p.m. on May 8,...

Saskatchewan Research Council Celebrates New Indigenous Workforce Program

Thu, 05/08/2025 - 22:30
Today, the Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC) is pleased to officially launch its Indigenous Workforce Program and celebrate the inaugural cohort of students in a re-imagined Indigenous Summer...

Eight Individuals to Receive 2025 Saskatchewan Order of Merit

Thu, 05/08/2025 - 22:00
Today, Lieutenant Governor Bernadette McIntyre announced the eight outstanding individuals who will become the next recipients of the Saskatchewan Order of Merit, the province's highest honour....

More Mammograms Mean Better Support for Women and Faster Access to Care

Thu, 05/08/2025 - 18:30
Regina and Saskatoon breast screening locations have each added another mammography machine to their fleet, allowing more clients to receive screening mammograms in a timely way.   The new...

Government of Saskatchewan Provides Increased Funding to Support Persons with Disabilities

Thu, 05/08/2025 - 18:00
Adults with intellectual disabilities will benefit from an increased investment in the 2025-26 Budget that will enhance programs and services and develop more residential spaces in the province...

Crop Report for the Period of April 29 to May 5, 2025

Thu, 05/08/2025 - 18:00
Spring seeding is well underway across Saskatchewan, with 18 per cent of the 2025 crop now planted. The current provincial seeding progress of 18 per cent is ahead of the five-year average...

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