Saskatchewan News

1. The Government of Canada invests in safer health systems through the Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies and Sturgeon Lake First Nation  

   The Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies (SIIT) Indigenous Practical Nursing program is expanding its Indigenous Practical Nursing Diploma program to rural and remote locations.

2. Government of Canada supports Indigenous Dental Therapy program launching at University of Saskatchewan  

   The University of Saskatchewan’s College of Dentistry, together with the Northern Inter-Tribal Health Authority (NITHA), Northlands College and Saskatchewan Polytechnic, are collaborating to establish the first and only accredited Indigenous dental therapy degree program of its kind in Canada.

3. Library and Archives Canada supports Prairie communities in preserving their documentary heritage

   Library and Archives Canada (LAC) will fund eight projects submitted by local organizations in the Prairie provinces under the Documentary Heritage Communities Program (DHCP).

4. White Buffalo Treatment Centre Celebrates Grand Opening of Permanent Facility

   The White Buffalo Treatment Centre Board of Directors and staff, in partnership with Indigenous Services Canada, is pleased to announce the grand opening of their permanent facility located on Muskoday First Nation, Saskatchewan.

5. Saskatchewan agriculture student scholarship recipients announced

   Today, federal Agriculture and Agri-Food Minister Marie-Claude Bibeau and Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister David Marit presented four agriculture scholarships to students from across the province.

6. Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan Provide Funding for Agriculture Strategic Field Program Projects

   The Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan have announced more than $484,000 for six projects through the Strategic Field Program (SFP) which offers funding for field level demonstrations and evaluation of targeted agriculture practices and technologies.

7. Minister Gould participates in Métis Nation–Saskatchewan’s Early Learning and Child Care Conference

   Early learning and child care programs designed by and with Indigenous families and communities give Indigenous children, including Métis children, the best start in life and form an essential part of reconciliation.

8. Ocean Man First Nation Adds Land Base through Addition to Reserve Process

   Today, Chief Connie Big Eagle of Ocean Man First Nation and the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations announced Ocean Man’s successful addition to reserve.

9. Minister Gould will participate in Métis Nation-Saskatchewan’s Early Learning and Child Care Conference

   The Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, Karina Gould, will participate in Guiding Our Children—Elders Sharing Their Voice, an Early Learning and Child Care Conference organized by the Métis Nation-Saskatchewan where she will highlight Canada’s investments in Indigenous early learning and child care projects benefitting Métis Nation families in Saskatoon.

10. Canada and Saskatchewan invest in 24 infrastructure projects across the province

    Today, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities, and the Honourable Don McMorris, Saskatchewan’s Minister of Government Relations announced more than $35.9 million in federal-provincial funding for 24 new infrastructure projects across Saskatchewan.

11. Canada and Saskatchewan invest in 24 infrastructure projects across the province

    The Government of Saskatchewan is investing over $16.9 million in these projects. Proponents are providing a contribution of over $12.6 million, and are responsible for any additional project costs.

12. Information about COVID-19 at Saskatchewan Penitentiary 

    The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) advises that 62 inmates at Saskatchewan Penitentiary in Saskatchewan have tested positive for COVID-19. The health and safety of our employees, inmates, and the public continue to be our top priority. We are closely monitoring the situation, and measures are in place to minimize spread of the virus within the institution.

13. Photo and media scrum opportunity: Minister Hajdu to highlight Budget 2022 investments at Cowessess Wind and Solar Renewable Energy Development

    The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, will be available for a photo opportunity and media scrum at the Cowessess Wind and Solar Renewable Energy Development as she highlights Budget 2022 investments for good jobs, clean air and a strong economy.

14. Minister Bennett highlights affordable housing investments in Budget 2022

    The Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, the Honourable Carolyn Bennett, met with Saskatoon Housing Initiatives Partnership members and local housing providers to highlight Budget 2022 investments for making housing more affordable.

15. Minister Wilkinson to Highlight Budget 2022 Commitments for Canada’s Global Innovation Clusters

    OTTAWA — The Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, will make an announcement about Canada’s Global Innovation Clusters in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Minister Wilkinson will be joined by Bill Greuel, CEO of Protein Industries Canada.A media availability will follow.All visitors to the Saskatchewan Food Development Centre must wear a mask and be fully vaccinated.

16. Investing in sustainable agriculture to fight climate change

    Today, the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Housing and Diversity and Inclusion highlighted key measures included in Budget 2022: A Plan to Grow Our Economy and Make Life More Affordable, in particular the addition of almost $470 million to expand the On-Farm Climate Action Fund.

17. Media Advisory -  Regina, Saskatchewan

    The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Housing and Diversity and Inclusion, will deliver remarks on the growth of the green economy in Regina.

18. Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation, Canada and Saskatchewan settle Treaty Land Entitlement Claim

    Today, Chief Larry Ahenakew; the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations; and the Honourable Don McMorris, Minister Responsible for First Nations, Métis and Northern Affairs; have announced that the Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation, the Government of Canada and the Government of Saskatchewan have concluded tripartite negotiations and reached a settlement agreement for the Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation Treaty Land Entitlement Claim.

19. Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan further support research demonstration projects

    Today the Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan announced more than $885,000 for 43 projects through the Agriculture Demonstration of Practices and Technologies (ADOPT) program.

20. Alberta and Saskatchewan residents recognized for their volunteer service to Veterans

    Canadians have many reasons to show gratitude to our Veterans. Their sacrifice has helped us enjoy the lives we live today.

21. Next Gen Agriculture mentorship program Welcomes New Mentees and Mentors

    Today, the Canadian Western Agribition’s (CWA) Next Gen Agriculture Mentorship Program welcomes the newest group of agriculture leaders.

22. Canada supports Battlefords Agency Tribal Chiefs' research and commemoration activities around former Residential School sites

    The locating of unmarked graves at former Residential School sites across Canada is a tragic reminder of the abuse that many Indigenous children suffered in these institutions.

23. First ever First Nation Health Ombudsperson's Office to be created in Saskatchewan

    Chief Bobby Cameron of the Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations (FSIN) along with the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, announced today that the FSIN will be establishing the first ever First Nations Health Ombudsperson's Office in the province of Saskatchewan. Indigenous Services Canada is providing $1.17 million to support this work.

24. Government of Canada and Saskatchewan remain committed to supporting producers through 2022 Crop Insurance Program

    Today, Federal Agriculture and Agri-Food Minister Marie-Claude Bibeau and Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister David Marit announced details of the 2022 Crop Insurance Program.

25. Saskatchewan, tax-filing season starts today!

    The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is committed to making sure residents of Saskatchewan get the benefits and credits they are entitled to.

26. Mashkode-bizhiki | Plains bison herd successfully re-established to The Key First Nation in Saskatchewan

    Through partnerships with Government of Canada and Nature Conservancy of Canada, a new plains bison herd has been established, renewing cultural, historical and ecological connections for Indigenous community, ensuring the survival and well-being of this iconic and majestic animal.

27. Background information on the partnership between the Nature Conservancy of Canada and The Key First Nation

    Through partnerships with Government of Canada and Nature Conservancy of Canada, a new plains bison herd has been established, renewing cultural, historical and ecological connections for Indigenous community, ensuring the survival and well-being of this iconic and majestic animal.

28. Plains Bison Herd Establishment for The Key First Nation

    Through partnerships with Government of Canada and Nature Conservancy of Canada, a new plains bison herd has been established, renewing cultural, historical and ecological connections for Indigenous community, ensuring the survival and well-being of this iconic and majestic animal.

29. Information about COVID-19 at Regional Psychiatric Centre 

    The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) advises that three inmates at Regional Psychiatric Centre, in Saskatchewan, have tested positive for COVID-19. The health and safety of our employees, inmates, and the public continue to be our top priority. We are closely monitoring the situation, and measures are in place to minimize spread of the virus within the institution.

30. Government of Canada invests in innovation in Saskatchewan to bring leading-edge products and technology to market

    Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan) provides funding of $1.3 million for innovation and job creation.

31. Incident at Saskatchewan Penitentiary 

    On January 20, 2022, a physical altercation took place between two inmates in Saskatchewan Penitentiary’s maximum- security unit.

32. Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan Invest $5 Million in Livestock Research

    Francis Drouin, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, on behalf of Minister Marie-Claude Bibeau, joined Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister David Marit today in announcing a total of $5.1 million in funding for new research projects in 2022 related to livestock and forage.

33. Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan Announce Extension for Livestock Water Project Applications

    The Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan are pleased to announce an extension to the Farm and Ranch Water Infrastructure Program (FRWIP) deadline for livestock producers planning to access the previously-announced temporary enhanced FRWIP funding.

34. Government of Canada continues support for clean energy opportunities in Saskatchewan

    Funding of almost $14 million through Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan) will support 11 projects in southeast Saskatchewan under the Canada Coal Transition Initiative (CCTI) and Canada Coal Transition Initiative – Infrastructure Fund (CCTI-IF).

35. Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan invest $9 million in crop research

    Canada's Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Marie-Claude Bibeau and Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister David Marit announced a total of $9.1 million in funding today for new crop-related research projects in 2022.

36. Government of Canada welcomes Canada’s newest fishery officers

    Fisheries and Oceans Canada is proud to welcome the latest troop of graduates to the ranks of Canada’s contingent of over 600 fishery officers. Canada’s fishery officers are professionally trained peace officers working in communities across our country to conserve and protect our freshwater and marine fisheries resources and habitats.

37. Canada supports Cowessess First Nation’s Gravesite Reclamation Project at the site of former Marieval Residential School

    The locating of unmarked graves at former residential school sites across Canada is a tragic reminder of the abuse Indigenous children suffered in those institutions. As part of efforts to address historical wrongs and the lasting physical, emotional, mental and spiritual harms related to the legacy of residential schools, the Government of Canada is working with Survivors, Indigenous leaders, and affected families and communities, including Cowessess First Nation in Saskatchewan. Together, we will undertake the difficult work of finding and commemorating missing children who were taken from their families to attend residential schools, such as the former Marieval Residential School.

38. CBSA Prairie Region: Operational and enforcement highlights from 2021

    The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) Prairie Region today released operational and enforcement highlights covering the period from January 1 to October 31, 2021.

39. Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan support research demonstration projects

    The Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan invested more than $218,000 in funding for 17 research projects through the Agricultural Demonstration of Practices and Technologies (ADOPT) Program.

40. Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan continue support for the Next Gen Agriculture Mentorship Program

    The Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan are pleased to announce applications for the Next Gen Agriculture Mentorship Program (Next Gen) are now being accepted. Next Gen is delivered by Canadian Western Agribition (CWA).

41. Recapture of inmate from Willow Cree Healing Lodge

    At approximately 1:30 a.m. on November 21, 2021, inmate Norman Cardinal was apprehended by the Saskatoon Police Service.

42. Government of Canada helps meet global demand for sustainable protein products

    Today, the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, announced an investment of more than $4.3 million to support Canada’s pulse and special crops farmers meet growing consumer demand for sustainable, high-quality plant-based protein.

43. Government of Canada invests in Saskatchewan’s agri-food sector

    Funding of $1.5 million through Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan) will support the Global Agri-food Advancement Partnership incubator and accelerate innovation in the Prairies

44. Government of Canada to announce support for agri-food sector on the Prairies

    The Honourable Daniel Vandal, Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada, will announce federal support to establish a technology incubator program in Saskatchewan.

45. 2021 Canada-Saskatchewan Drought Response Initiative second payment application now available

    On Monday, November 1, 2021, the 2021 Canada-Saskatchewan Drought Response Initiative launched the application for its second payment. Producers can now complete an application form, detailing eligible livestock inventory as of December 31, 2021, and the Extraordinary Costs Self-Assessment. Payment Two requires a Premcises Identification Number.

46. Death of an inmate from the Regional Psychiatric Centre

    On October 27, 2021, Oliver Rundle, an inmate from the Regional Psychiatric Centre died while in our custody of apparent natural causes.

47. Renewed funding announced to build public trust in agriculture in Saskatchewan

    Today, the governments of Canada and Saskatchewan announced applications are now being accepted for the 2022 Saskatchewan Agriculture Student Scholarship Program.

48. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Drumheller Institution 

    On October 21, 2021, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized on the grounds of Drumheller Institution.