Author name: SK Caucus

Modernizing Saskatchewan’s Correctional Services Act May 6, 2026 The Government of Saskatchewan passed The Correctional Services Amendment Act, 2026, strengthening Saskatchewan’s correctional system to improve safety, fairness and consistency. The changes provide clearer processes and stronger oversight to manage inmates, while respecting the safety and rights of both inmates and staff.   Read more : […]

Ministry of Justice Provides $500,000 To YWCA Prince Albert to Protect Most Vulnerable May 6, 2026 The Ministry of Justice is strengthening support for vulnerable individuals and families by investing more than $125,000 in YWCA Prince Albert annually over the next four fiscal years, for a total of approximately $500,000.   Read more : https://www.saskatchewan.ca/government/news-and-media/2026/may/06/ministry-of-justice-provides-500000-to-ywca-prince-albert-to-protect-most-vulnerable

Training More Doctors to Strengthen Saskatchewan’s Health Care Workforce May 6, 2026 Saskatchewan is training more physicians to support a growing and sustainable health care workforce. In 2026-27, the Government of Saskatchewan is investing $4.3 million to add 20 new seats in the Undergraduate Medical Education program at the University of Saskatchewan’s College of Medicine.

Saskatchewan Invests $1.4 Million in Housing for Women and Children Leaving Violence May 5, 2026 The Government of Saskatchewan is committed to protecting women and children who are leaving violence and abuse by supporting second-stage housing across the province. Approximately $355,000 will be invested in second-stage housing intervention and counselling support services annually over the

Renewed Funding Supports Children with Complex Medical Needs at Hope’s Home May 5, 2026 The governments of Saskatchewan and Canada are providing more than $1.2 million to Hope’s Home to continue supporting a minimum of 20 children with complex medical needs and their families.   Read more : https://www.saskatchewan.ca/government/news-and-media/2026/may/05/renewed-funding-supports-children-with-complex-medical-needs-at-hopes-home Back

Saskatchewan Invests $3.5 Million in Regina and Saskatoon Trades and Skills Centres May 5, 2026 The Government of Saskatchewan has increased funding by $534,000 to the Trades and Skills Centres in Saskatoon and Regina, bringing the total investment to $3.5 million. This increase will fund three additional programs at both Trades and Skills Centres.  

Saskatchewan Signs 3-Year Pharmacy Proprietor Agreement May 5, 2026 The Government of Saskatchewan and the Pharmacy Association of Saskatchewan (PAS) have developed a three-year agreement that aligns with the province’s Patients First Health Care Plan. The Pharmacy Proprietor Agreement funds services such as dispensing of medications and minor ailment diagnosis and treatment. This agreement will

Legislation Passes for Compassionate Intervention for Addictions Treatment May 5, 2026 The Government of Saskatchewan has passed The Compassionate Intervention Act, which allows for involuntary addictions treatment. The Act supports people with severe addictions who are not capable of seeking help despite serious health and safety risks.   Read more : https://www.saskatchewan.ca/government/news-and-media/2026/may/05/legislation-passes-for-compassionate-intervention-for-addictions-treatment Back

Training Available to Producers Planning to Participate in Strychnine Stewardship Program May 5, 2026 Online training is now available for producers planning to participate in Saskatchewan’s Strychnine Stewardship Program. The training is a required step for producers in eligible rural municipalities (RMs) seeking access to two per cent liquid strychnine for targeted control of Richardson’s

Saskatchewan Introduces Henry’s Law, Strengthening Carbon Monoxide Detection Standards in the Province May 5, 2026 The Government of Saskatchewan is announcing changes to the carbon monoxide (CO) alarm requirements in residential buildings.  The changes will further strengthen the current regulations, requiring CO alarms in all residential suites regardless of location in the building.    Read

New Training Facility Expands Opportunities in Central Saskatchewan May 1, 2026 A multi-million-dollar investment from the Government of Saskatchewan, BHP and Carlton Trail College will support development of the new BHP Technical Training Centre in Humboldt. The new centre will expand Carlton Trail College’s existing campus, helping train the next generation of skilled workers and

Province Offers Grants for Suicide Prevention May 1, 2026 For a second year, the Government of Saskatchewan is offering grants to community partners to support suicide prevention initiatives across the province.   Read more : https://www.saskatchewan.ca/government/news-and-media/2026/may/01/province-offers-grants-for-suicide-prevention Back