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Saskatchewan Continues to Invest in Public Safety

Wed, 03/23/2022 - 22:25
The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $94.9 million in funding from the 2022-23 Provincial Budget for the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency to continue protecting Saskatchewan people and...

200 New Educational Assistant Positions Highlight $2.88 Billion Education Budget

Wed, 03/23/2022 - 22:25
The 2022-23 Budget provides a record investment of $2.88 billion that supports Prekindergarten to Grade 12 students, early learners and school and child care staff. This is an increase of $219.9...

Budget 2022-23 Continues Building Upon Record Investments Into Mental Health And Addictions

Wed, 03/23/2022 - 22:25
The Government of Saskatchewan will deliver its largest investment ever to support people with mental health and addictions challenges across the province this year. This priority area of focus...

Social Services Budget Makes Record Investment in People and Families

Wed, 03/23/2022 - 22:25
The 2022-23 Bbudget is a record $1.386 billion, an increase of $45.7 million or 3.4 per cent over 2021-22. "This year's budget supports Saskatchewan people and children in need, while also...

Saskatchewan Energy and Resource Sector Back on Track

Wed, 03/23/2022 - 22:25
The 2022-23 Budget reinforces the importance of the natural resource sector as a key contributor to Saskatchewan's economy and global provider of responsibly produced and regulated oil and gas,...

Highways Stays on Track to Improve Saskatchewan Roads With $846 Million Budget

Wed, 03/23/2022 - 22:25
The Ministry of Highways is investing $846 million to make our roads safer while continuing to stimulate economic growth.  "Three years ago, our government set a Growth Plan goal to improve 10,000...

Tourism Growth Emphasized In 2022-23 Budget

Wed, 03/23/2022 - 22:25
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...

Saskatchewan Economy Back on Track with Growth in Trade and Investment

Wed, 03/23/2022 - 22:25
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...

Growing A Strong Economy Through Innovation and Technology

Wed, 03/23/2022 - 10:15
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...

Potash Sector Sets New Records in Production and Sales in 2021

Tue, 03/22/2022 - 19:00
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...

Next Gen Agriculture Mentorship Program Welcomes New Mentees and Mentors

Tue, 03/22/2022 - 18:00
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...

Saskatchewan Announces Funding of $880,000 for Digital Literacy for Job Seekers

Tue, 03/22/2022 - 18:00
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...

Regulated Child Care Centres To Receive Workforce Enhancement Grants

Tue, 03/22/2022 - 17:00
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...

Mental Health and Wellbeing Support for Post-Secondary Students

Tue, 03/22/2022 - 17:00
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...

Public Awareness Campaign Encourages Firearms Safety in Saskatchewan

Mon, 03/21/2022 - 19:00
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...

Celebrating March 20-26 as Social Work Week in Saskatchewan

Mon, 03/21/2022 - 18:00
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 Than 100 Additional Full Time Equivalent Continuing Care Assistants Now Working In Saskatchewan

Mon, 03/21/2022 - 18:00
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...

Province Provides Additional $1.8 Million To School Divisions For 2021-22 School Year

Mon, 03/21/2022 - 17:30
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...

Changes To Fees And Charges In 2022-23

Fri, 03/18/2022 - 19:00
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...

Jim Pattison Recognized for Distinguished Service

Fri, 03/18/2022 - 18:00
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....

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