Health and Education
Innovation Saskatchewan backs Canadian Light Source upgrade Paid Members Public
Innovation Saskatchewan is committing $3 million through the Innovation & Science Fund (ISF) to support a major technology upgrade at the Canadian Light Source (CLS) at the University of Saskatchewan (USask), helping strengthen Saskatchewan's position as a global leader in research and innovation.
12 more communities join rural and remote incentive program Paid Members Public
Saskatchewan is expanding the Rural and Remote Recruitment Inventive (RRRI) program to include 12 additional communities, further strengthening efforts to recruit and retain health care professionals in areas facing ongoing staffing pressures.
Province covers new cystic fibrosis drug Paid Members Public
People in Saskatchewan living with cystic fibrosis (CF) are now eligible for Alyftrek, a medication that improves lung function.
Strong and steady health care recruitment progress Paid Members Public
Saskatchewan's Health Human Resources Action Plan continues to strengthen the health care workforce and improve access to care, advancing the Patients First Health Care Plan.
Sask parks promote water safety during national drowning prevention week Paid Members Public
The Government of Saskatchewan is reminding residents to stay safe around water this summer as National Drowning Prevention Week runs from July 19 to 25.
Saskatchewan develops new continuing care strategy Paid Members Public
The Government of Saskatchewan has developed a new Continuing Care Strategy.
Health card renewal stickers this fall Paid Members Public
With health cards set to expire at the end of 2026, eHealth is reminding Saskatchewan residents to make sure their address and family information on file is up-to-date to ensure they receive their new health card stickers this fall.
Provinces should allow duplicate health insurance Paid Members Public
The Montreal Economic Institute considers: For too many Canadians, accessing health care means one thing above all else - waiting.
Saskatchewan expands breast screening eligibility Paid Members Public
Saskatchewan has reached the fourth and final phase of lowering the eligibility age for routine breast screening.
Student aid applications open for Saskatchewan's post secondary students Paid Members Public
Students pursuing post-secondary education can now access Saskatchewan Student Aid applications for the 2026-27 academic year, benefiting over 24,000 students with more than $119.3 million in aid.
Saskatchewan protecting health IT infrastructure Paid Members Public
eHealth Saskatchewan will invest $43.6 million in information technology (IT) capital and operational purchases in the coming year.
June proclaimed as Deafblind Awareness Month Paid Members Public
The Government of Saskatchewan is partnering with CNIB Deafblind Community Services to proclaim June as Deafblind Awareness Month.
Sask DLC oil and gas courses benefit students Paid Members Public
Over the last two school years, 37 grade 10-12 students gained real world experience in Saskatchewan's oil and gas industry, thanks to online high school courses with work placements offered by Saskatchewan Distance Learning Centre (Sask DLC).
Provincial fire ban lifted Paid Members Public
The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) has lifted the provincial fire ban, including ATVs and UTVs, as of 11 a.m. on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, due to improved conditions.
Saskatchewan recognizes multiple sclerosis awareness month Paid Members Public
The Government of Saskatchewan is recognizing Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Awareness Month and highlighting ongoing work to improve access to MS care across the province.
Tips and tricks to avoid ticks Paid Members Public
Spring weather and warmer temperatures increase tick activity across the province.
