Saskatchewan News

The Saskatchewan News Centre offers you quick access to the provincial news of the day.

  1. The Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan finalize a 10-year agreement for the Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund 

    The governments of Canada and Saskatchewan have finalized a 10-year agreement under the Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund (CHIF).

  2. Healthy meals for kids, savings for families in Saskatchewan

    School food programs make life easier. They provide healthy meals to kids throughout the school year. They save families hundreds of dollars in grocery bills.

  3. NEW funding opportunities: Canada Water Agency invites applications for actions aimed at freshwater protection and sustainability

    Freshwater protection and sustainability start with empowering local initiatives focused on taking action. Investing in partner-led projects for environmental protection, restoration, and conservation bolsters Canada’s clean-growth economy and ensures sustainable freshwater resources for future generations.

  4. Government of Canada invests in RCMP Heritage Centre

    Funding of $3M will help ensure continued growth of popular tourist attraction

  5. Government of Canada invests in agricultural manufacturing and agri-food sectors in Saskatchewan

    Over $3.2 million will boost agri-food processing and ag manufacturing across Saskatchewan

  6. Backgrounder: Government of Canada invests in agricultural manufacturing and agri-food sectors in Saskatchewan

    PrairiesCan is investing over $3.2 million in four projects across Saskatchewan’s agriculture and agri-food sectors.

  7. Recapture of inmate from Willow Cree Healing Lodge

    At 1:30 p.m. on March 2, 2025, inmate Leroy Desmond Daniels was apprehended by the Saskatoon Police Service.

  8. Escape from Willow Cree Healing Lodge

    On March 1, 2025, at approximately 9:45 p.m., staff members at Willow Cree Healing Lodge, a minimum security federal institution, discovered that Albert Mckay was not accounted for.

  9. Escape from Willow Cree Healing Lodge

    On February 25, 2025, at about 11:40 a.m., Willow Cree Healing Lodge, a minimum-security federal institution, was notified that Leroy Desmond Daniels escaped during an escorted temporary absence in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

  10. Canada and Cumberland House Cree Nation reach land claim settlement agreement

    Chief Rene Chaboyer and the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency announced that Cumberland House Cree Nation and the Government of Canada have reached a settlement agreement for the Cumberland House Cree Nation – IR100A Specific Claim.

  11. Canada settles Agricultural Benefits specific claims with fourteen First Nations under Treaties 4 and 6

    Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, would like to acknowledge the settlement of Agricultural Benefit Claims with the following First Nation Communities: Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation; James Smith Cree Nation #370; Little Black Bear First Nation; Ministikwan Lake Cree Nation; Moosomin First Nation; Mosquito, Grizzly Bear’s Head, Lean Man First Nation; Pasqua First Nation; Piapot First Nation; Pelican Lake First Nation; Poundmaker Cree Nation; Saulteaux First Nation; Sweetgrass First Nation; Waterhen Lake First Nation and Witchekan Lake First Nation.

  12. Government of Canada recognizes the Quong Wing Legal Challenge (1912–1914) as an event of national historic significance

    The Quong Wing Legal Challenge (1912–1914) exemplified the tireless efforts of Chinese Canadians to fight racial discrimination in the courts during the early 20th century.

  13. Minister Anandasangaree to announce Agricultural Benefits specific claims with First Nations under Treaties 4 and 6

    Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs, will hold a media availability to acknowledge and discuss Agricultural Benefits specific claims settlements. The Minister will be joined by Chiefs representing recipient First Nation communities.

  14. Federal investments boost Saskatchewan tourism experiences

    Tourism offerings and infrastructure across Saskatchewan will benefit from federal investments totalling over $2 million

  15. Backgrounder: Federal investments boost Saskatchewan tourism experiences

    PrairiesCan is investing over $2 million in nine Saskatchewan tourism projects through the Tourism Growth Program (TGP). These investments support unique tourism experiences throughout the province that will provide local, national and global visitors with opportunities to enjoy Saskatchewan’s distinct landscape and rich culture.

  16. Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan announce continued commitment through the 2025 Crop Insurance Program

    Today, Canada’s Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Lawrence MacAulay and Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister Daryl Harrison announced continued funding and commitment through the 2025 Crop Insurance Program, administered by the Saskatchewan Crop Insurance Corporation (SCIC).

  17. Government of Canada recognizes the Saskatchewan Doctors’ Strike of 1962 as an event of national historic significance 

    The Saskatchewan Doctors’ Strike of 1962 exemplifies fundamental conflicts in the development of Canadian public healthcare.

  18. Government of Canada invests in aviation and aerospace sectors

    $1.3 million will expand pilot training and aerospace manufacturing in Saskatchewan

  19. Government of Canada investing in Energy Innovation Hub in Saskatchewan

    $1M from PrairiesCan to support sustainable growth in the energy sector

  20. Minister Duguid to announce federal investment in Petroleum Technology Research Centre

    The Honourable Terry Duguid, Minister for PrairiesCan, will announce federal funding for the Petroleum Technology Research Centre to support sustainable technologies in the energy sector.

  21. Government of Canada backs tech entrepreneurs at the University of Saskatchewan

    Almost $1M investment from PrairiesCan to support Opus startup incubator

  22. Government of Canada supports decarbonization initiative to assist Saskatchewan businesses

    Over $700,000 invested by PrairiesCan in North Saskatoon Business Association

  23. Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan invest in crop research

    Canada's Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Lawrence MacAulay and Saskatchewan's Minister of Agriculture Daryl Harrison today announced a total of $9.4 million in funding for crop-related research, in addition to $5.4 million in co-funding from industry partners for a combined total of $14.8 million in 2025.

  24. Drugs for Rare Diseases - Saskatchewan Agreement

    Today, the Governments of Canada and the province of Saskatchewan signed the National Strategy for Drugs for Rare Disease (DRD) agreement to invest over $40 million over three years to improve access to new drugs for rare diseases for Saskatchewan residents and to support enhanced access to existing drugs, early diagnosis, and screening for rare diseases.

  25. Government of Canada signs bilateral agreement with Saskatchewan to improve access to drugs for rare diseases

    Today, the Honourable Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health, and the Honourable Jeremy Cockrill, Saskatchewan’s Minister of Health, announced a bilateral agreement investing over $40 million to improve access to selected new drugs for rare diseases, and to support enhanced access to existing drugs, early diagnosis, and screening.

  26. Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan to make important health care announcement

    The Honourable Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health and the Honourable Jeremy Cockrill, Saskatchewan Minister of Health, will make an announcement on improving health care for people in Saskatchewan.French:

  27. Escape from Saskatchewan Penitentiary - Minimum-Security Unit

    On December 31, 2024, during the 9:30 p.m. count, staff members at Saskatchewan Penitentiary, a multi-level security federal institution, discovered that Glen Fredrick Richard Halkett was not accounted for.

  28. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Saskatchewan Penitentiary

    On December 13, 2024, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Saskatchewan Penitentiary, a multi-level security federal institution.

  29. CORRECTION: Ethel Catherwood, first Canadian woman to win an individual Olympic gold medal in track and field honoured

    Ethel Catherwood, first Canadian woman to win an Olympic gold medal in track and field honoured.

  30. Parks Canada to commemorate Olympian Ethel Catherwood

    Parks Canada to commemorate Olympian Ethel Catherwood.

  31. Applications now open for the 2025 Saskatchewan Agriculture Student Scholarship

    The governments of Canada and Saskatchewan are pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for the 2025 Agriculture Student Scholarship.

  32. Saskatchewan’s New Next Gen Agriculture Mentorship Program Cohort Announced 

    The mentee and mentor pairing for the Saskatchewan Next Gen Agriculture Mentorship Program Cohort Six was announced today in Regina.

  33. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Saskatchewan Penitentiary

    On November 30, 2024, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing contraband and unauthorized items was seized at Saskatchewan Penitentiary, a multi-level security federal institution.

  34. Government of Canada boosts regional partnership to prepare for major potash development in Saskatchewan

    PrairiesCan funding to help communities near BHP’s Jansen potash site support rapid growth in East Central Saskatchewan

  35. Minister Vandal announces investments in agriculture and agri-food in Saskatchewan

    Over $10 million through PrairiesCan for organizations and businesses in Saskatchewan will seed new growth

  36. Backgrounder: Minister Vandal announces investments in agriculture and agri-food in Saskatchewan

    PrairiesCan is providing $10,188,290 for eight projects in Saskatchewan’s agriculture and value-added agriculture sectors

  37. The Government of Canada invests $20.5 million to help stop gun violence in Saskatchewan

    Today, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions and Intergovernmental Affairs, announced that the Government of Canada is investing $20.5 million in Saskatchewan through the Gun and Gang Violence Action Fund. This funding will support efforts by community organizations and law enforcement to combat gun violence and keep our communities safe.

  38. Death of an inmate from the Regional Psychiatric Centre

    On November 7, 2024, Denis Grandbois, an inmate from the Regional Psychiatric Centre, died while in our custody of apparent natural causes.

  39. Thunderchild First Nation receives Treaty 6 Agricultural Benefits after almost 150 years

    Today, Chief Delbert Wapass of Thunderchild First Nation and the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, announced the settlement agreement, which was achieved under an expedited framework process. The First Nation will receive $155,400,000 in compensation.

  40. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Saskatchewan Penitentiary

    In October 2024, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Saskatchewan Penitentiary.

  41. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Saskatchewan Penitentiary

    On September 30, 2024, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Saskatchewan Penitentiary.

  42. Government of Canada helps religious and community organizations in Regina protect themselves against hate-motivated crimes

    Everyone who lives in Canada deserves to be and feel safe in their communities. These last few years, we’ve witnessed a rise in hate incidents experienced by many communities. This is unacceptable, and the federal government is taking action to combat hate and protect communities.

  43. Backgrounder: Federal government invests in transportation infrastructure for communities in rural Saskatchewan

    The federal government is investing $4,480,416 through the Rural Transit Solutions Fund (RTSF) and the Active Transportation Fund (ATF) to support seven projects across Saskatchewan.

  44. Federal government invests in transportation infrastructure for communities in rural Saskatchewan

    The federal government is investing more than $4.4 million in transportation infrastructure projects across rural Saskatchewan.

  45. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Saskatchewan Penitentiary

    On September 17, 2024, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Saskatchewan Penitentiary.

  46. Federal and Provincial Governments support rural economic development

    Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan invest $450,000 for rural economic development

  47. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Saskatchewan Penitentiary

    On September 6, 2024, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Saskatchewan Penitentiary.

  48. Recapture of inmate from Prince Albert Grand Council – Minimum-security Section 81 facility

    At approximately 9:00 a.m. on September 3, 2024, inmate Dalton Checkosis was apprehended by the Prince Albert Detachment of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.

  49. Federal government transfers more than $33 million through the Canada Community-Building Fund to Saskatchewan

    The federal government has transferred more than $33 million to Saskatchewan under the Canada Community-Building Fund (CCBF) for the first payment of the 2024-2025 fiscal year. This will help communities across the province invest in their local infrastructure priorities.

  50. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Saskatchewan Penitentiary

    On August 28, 2024, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Saskatchewan Penitentiary.