Provincial News
Crowns announce $10 million in funding on tenth anniversary of STARS in Saskatchewan
While STARS celebrates ten years of fighting for the lives of critically ill and injured patients across Saskatchewan, five Crown corporations have announced funding...
Site selected for Regina General Hospital parkade
A new parkade at Regina General Hospital will be built in the northwest portion of the existing visitor parking lot. The facility will improve...
Heat warning impacts several regions in the province
The Saskatchewan Health Authority is reminding the public to take precautions during rising temperatures expected in many parts of the province this week. According...
Rate review panel recommends two SaskPower increases
The Saskatchewan Rate Review Panel (the Panel) has recommended the provincial government approve SaskPower’s proposed 4% rate increase effective September 1, 2022; and a...
SaskEnergy files for 22.7 per cent rate hike over three years
SaskEnergy has filed a combined one-year commodity and three-year delivery service rate proposal with the Saskatchewan Rate Review Panel. The proposal would ensure the...
SHA asks parents to save buying specialized infant formula for babies with allergies
The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) has issued a statement saying there is a temporary shortage of specialty infant formulas in Canada for babies with...
Minimum wage will increase to $13 per hour this year; $15 by 2024
On October 1, 2022, the provincial minimum wage will increase from $11.81 to $13.00 per hour.
“World events continue to put upward pressure on the...
Fire trucks and ambulances now among vehicles allowed to use blue lights
The Vehicle Equipment Regulations amendment takes effect immediately
You’re now more likely to see blue lights flashing when there is an emergency in Saskatchewan.
The Government...
Over $275,000 in contraband seized from Saskatchewan Penitentiary
On April 5, 2022, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing contraband and unauthorized items was seized in the recreation...
Sask. economy and budget are back on track
Budget 2022-23
Saskatchewan’s 2022-23 Budget, tabled Wed., Mar. 23 by Deputy Premier and Finance Minister Donna Harpauer, highlights a growing economy, improving finances and a...