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Canada and Saskatchewan Invest in Water and Wastewater Infrastructure to Support More Housing Across the Province April 13, 2026 Today, The Honourable Buckley Belanger, Secretary of State for Rural Development and Saskatchewan Government Relations Minister Eric Schmalz are announcing a joint investment of more than $25.9 million through the Canadian Housing Infrastructure Fund (CHIF) to […]

SPSA Bolsters Wildfire Response Through Partnerships April 13, 2026 As wildfire seasons become longer and more complex, the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) continues to strengthen Saskatchewan’s ability to prepare for and respond to wildfires through close collaboration with provincial, national and international partners.   Read more : https://www.saskatchewan.ca/en/Government/News-and-Media/2026/april/13/spsa-bolsters-wildfire-response-through-partnerships Back

Nine More Saskatchewan Communities Now Eligible for Rural and Remote Recruitment Incentive April 13, 2026 Saskatchewan’s Rural and Remote Recruitment Incentive (RRRI) program is adding nine more communities for a total of 82 now eligible for the program.   Read more : https://www.saskatchewan.ca/en/Government/News-and-Media/2026/april/13/more-communities-now-eligible-for-saskatchewans-rural-and-remote-recruitment-incentive Back

Saskatchewan Minister to Lead Helium Mission to Ottawa April 10, 2026 Saskatchewan Energy and Resources Minister Chris Beaudry will lead a delegation to Ottawa next week to advocate for federal policy changes that support Saskatchewan’s helium industry, encourage private investment, and strengthen Canada’s role as a reliable supplier of helium to global markets.   Read

Urban Road Program to Enhance Communities Provincial Highway Connections April 10, 2026 Today, Highways Minister Kim Gartner announced upcoming projects in Estevan, North Battleford, Prince Albert and Swift Current supported by the provincial government’s annual Urban Highway Connector Program.   Read more : https://www.saskatchewan.ca/Government/News-and-Media/2026/april/10/urban-road-program-to-enhance-communities-provincial-highway-connections Back

April Oil and Gas Public Offering Raises Nearly $13 Million in Revenue April 10, 2026 The Government of Saskatchewan’s first Crown oil and natural gas public offering of the new fiscal year, held on April 7, 2026, generated $12,835,947 in revenue, with bids in the Estevan and Lloydminster areas earning the highest amounts.   Read

Saskatchewan’s Labour Market Remains Strong with 15,000 Full Time Jobs Created in March April 10, 2026 The latest labour force numbers from Statistics Canada’s show that the labour market in Saskatchewan remains strong with 15,000 full time jobs added year-over-year. Saskatchewan’s unemployment rate of five per cent is the lowest amongst provinces and well below

Strychnine Emergency Use Area Expanded in Saskatchewan April 9, 2026 The Emergency Use Registration for two per cent liquid strychnine has been expanded to allow a broader range of Saskatchewan rural municipalities (RMs) access for integrated pest management of Richardson’s ground squirrels until November 2027.   Read more : https://www.saskatchewan.ca/Government/News-and-Media/2026/april/09/strychnine-emergency-use-area-expanded-in-saskatchewan Back

Province Reaches Agreement with Saskatchewan Optometrists April 9, 2026 Today, Health Minister Jeremy Cockrill and Saskatchewan Association of Optometrists (SAO) President Heather Hunter are pleased to announce that the Government of Saskatchewan and the SAO have reached a six-year agreement in principle for the period April 1, 2022, to March 31, 2028.     Read more

Construction to Commence on New Emergency Shelter in Saskatoon April 9, 2026 Construction of the 60-bed enhanced emergency shelter located at 170 – 31 Street East in Saskatoon is expected to begin this summer. This follows the successful completion of the request for proposal process for its design and construction, which was awarded to Quorex

Saskatchewan Expands Access to Breast Cancer Screening with Second Mammography Unit April 8, 2026 A second custom-designed mobile mammography unit unveiled in Regina today will begin visiting Saskatchewan communities next week. With two mobile units in operation, screening capacity will grow and bring lifesaving breast health screening services closer to home for more women.   

Investing in Saskatchewan Small Town and Rural Police Services April 8, 2026 The Government of Saskatchewan is strengthening rural community safety with the introduction of the Small Town and Rural (STAR) Police Services Grant Program. In 2026-27, the government is investing $190,000 to support small town and rural police services, providing $10,000 for every sworn