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Funding for Saskatoon Restorative Action Program to Support Mental Health, Bullying Prevention and Healthy Relationships August 19, 2026 The Government of Saskatchewan is reaffirming its commitment to safe and supportive learning environments by continuing its partnership with the Saskatoon Restorative Action Program. This investment supports Saskatchewan’s Action Plan to Address Bullying and Cyberbullying and protects students by

Saskatchewan’s Housing Starts Stay on Top August 18, 2026 The latest data from the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, released today, indicates that housing starts in Saskatchewan increased 23.9 per cent from July 2025 to July 2026, ranking second among the provinces.   Read more : https://www.saskatchewan.ca/government/news-and-media/2026/august/18/saskatchewans-housing-starts-stay-on-top Back

New Partnership Puts First Nations at the Table on Wildfire Strategy August 18, 2026 The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency, Prince Albert Grand Council and Meadow Lake Tribal Council are strengthening their shared commitment to wildfire preparedness, prevention, response and recovery through a new Memorandum of Understanding.   Read more : https://www.saskatchewan.ca/government/news-and-media/2026/august/18/new-partnership-puts-first-nations-at-the-table-on-wildfire-strategy Back

Swift Current Comprehensive High School Project Moves into Phase One Procurement August 17, 2026 The Ministry of SaskBuilds and Procurement, in partnership with the Ministry of Education and Chinook School Division, is advancing the Swift Current Comprehensive High School renovation project with the release of a Request for Proposal for the first phase of construction services.

Highway 17 Passing Lanes Project Marks Milestone August 14, 2026 Today, the Lloydminster region celebrated the completion of construction on an estimated $14 million Highway 17 passing lanes project straddling the Alberta-Saskatchewan Border.   Read more : https://www.saskatchewan.ca/government/news-and-media/2026/august/14/highway-17-passing-lanes-project-marks-milestone Back

August Oil and Gas Public Offering Raises $4.5 Million in Revenue August 14, 2026 The Government of Saskatchewan’s third Crown oil and natural gas public offering of the fiscal year, held on August 11, 2026, generated $4,528,771 in revenue, with bids in the Lloydminster area earning the highest amount, followed closely by bids in the

Saskatchewan Manufacturing and Wholesale Trade Continue to Stand Out August 14, 2026 Today, Statistics Canada’s latest economic reports indicate the province’s manufacturing sales increased by 27.6 per cent in June 2026 compared to June 2025. Wholesale trade grew by 18.2 per cent in June 2026 compared to June 2025.   Read more : https://www.saskatchewan.ca/government/news-and-media/2026/august/14/saskatchewan-manufacturing-and-wholesale-trade-continue-to-stand-out Back

Saskatchewan’s Construction Sector Leads the Way August 12, 2026 Statistics Canada’s building permit numbers released today indicate month-over-month growth of 101.6 per cent in Saskatchewan from May 2026 to June 2026 (seasonally adjusted). This ranks first among the provinces.    Read more : https://www.saskatchewan.ca/government/news-and-media/2026/august/12/saskatchewans-construction-sector-leads-the-way Back

$1.7 Million in Charitable Gaming Grants Delivered to Community Groups Across Saskatchewan August 10, 2026 Lotteries and Gaming Saskatchewan provided nearly $1.7 million in charitable gaming grants in the first quarter of 2026-27, benefiting groups and organizations in about 260 Saskatchewan communities.   Read more : https://www.saskatchewan.ca/government/news-and-media/2026/august/10/17-million-in-charitable-gaming-grants-delivered-to-community-groups-across-saskatchewan Back

Wakaw Roads, A Northern Bridge Repair and Rosthern Culverts August 7, 2026 Today, Highways Minister Kim Gartner highlighted a pair of Wakaw area road projects, culvert work near Rosthern and a northern bridge repair, while reminding drivers to stay alert and be patient.   Read more : https://www.saskatchewan.ca/government/news-and-media/2026/august/07/wakaw-roads-a-northern-bridge-repair-rosthern-culverts Back

Unemployment Drops to 6.0 Per Cent in July August 7, 2026 Saskatchewan’s unemployment rate is the third lowest amongst provinces at 6.0 per cent, below the national average of 6.4 per cent. Year-to-date Saskatchewan added 2,600 jobs an increase of 0.4 per cent compared to the same period last year.    Read more : https://www.saskatchewan.ca/government/news-and-media/2026/august/07/unemployment-drops-to-60-per-cent-in-july

Province Covers New Cystic Fibrosis Drug August 4, 2026 People in Saskatchewan living with cystic fibrosis (CF) are now eligible for Alyftrek, a medication that improves lung function. As of August 1st, coverage of Alyftrek is now available to CF patients ages six and older who meet the medical criteria. The drug is effective for patients