Mental health campaign aims to reduce stigma
On January 24, the Government of Saskatchewan launched a public awareness campaign to help address the stigma often experienced by those facing mental health and addictions issues. The theme of…
Saskatoon adopts policy to retain masking in city facilities
At a Special Meeting of City Council this morning, February 8, Saskatoon City Council approved a number of resolutions to guide the City’s response to COVID-19 in the community and…
Sask merchandise exports reach record high
Saskatchewan’s strong economic recovery continues with exports reaching a new record high of $37.1 billion in 2021, an increase of 24.7 per cent compared to the value of exports in…
Front-line workers opposed to ending COVID restrictions
Union officials representing front-line workers are opposed to the provincial government’s decision to loosen COVID-19 public health protocols. In a news release February 8, Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE)…
Proof of vaccination to end February 14
The provincial requirement to provide proof of vaccination or negative tests in Saskatchewan businesses, workplaces and other public venues will end this Monday, February 14 at 12:01am. eHealth Saskatchewan will…
Runoff expected to vary across province
The Water Security Agency (WSA) has released the preliminary spring runoff outlook for 2022. Runoff potential is determined based on the conditions at freeze-up, the snowfall received to date and…
Former MP’s son dies in tragic accident
Chad Vellacott, the eldest son of former (Reform, Alliance, Conservative Party) Member of Parliament Maurice Vellacott, and his wife Mary, was found deceased on February 2 in a rural location…
City of Saskatoon Administration proposes lifting some COVID protocols pending Sask. Government end to Public Health Orders
With the Government of Saskatchewan’s message that the Public Health Orders will soon be lifted, the City is taking steps to ensure the safety of its staff and the public…
Province celebrates Archives Week
Provincial Archives of Saskatchewan, along with archives across the province, celebrates Archives Week 2022 beginning February 6 to 11. To mark the occasion, the Provincial Archives is launching two initiatives:…
Block’s bill aims to protect freedom of conscience for medical professionals
On February 4, Kelly Block, Member of Parliament for Carlton Trail – Eagle Creek, tabled a private members bill in the House of Commons to protect the conscience rights of…