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USask awarded $4.9 million for Indigenous health research, HIV and cancer
SASKATOON – Five University of Saskatchewan (USask) research teams have been awarded a total of $4.85 million by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR)—the main funding body for university health research in Canada—for cutting-edge health research on cancer, HIV and Indigenous health. Feb 15, 2019 The grants include $2.26 million for research into re-awakening […]
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Canoe Narrows Residents Fined More Than $15,500 For Illegal Sale of Fish
February 15, 2019 In a Canoe Narrows courtroom, two local men were recently fined more than $15,500 for numerous violations under The Fisheries Regulations. Richard Desjardin, 63, pleaded guilty to three counts of marketing fish without a licence, commercial fishing without a licence, fishing in a closed area and obstruction. Desjardin was fined a total […]
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SaskPower Approves 38 Customer Self-generation Projects
February 15, 2019 SaskPower has approved the first selection of customer projects that will generate and sell power to the Company as part of the new Power Generation Partner Program (PGPP). “Taking steps to promote renewable and carbon-neutral projects is another clear sign that Saskatchewan takes the challenges of climate change seriously,” said the Honourable […]
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Statement – Government of Canada responds to Saskatchewan Court Hearing on Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing Act
February 14, 2019 – Regina, Saskatchewan Today, on the conclusion of the Saskatchewan Court of Appeal’s hearing on the constitutionality of Canada’s Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing Act, the Honourable Minister of Environment and Climate Change Catherine McKenna issued the following statement: “The Government of Canada knows that we cannot afford inaction on climate change at […]
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$2.5 Million In Capital Funding For 10 Addictions Beds In LLRIB Wellness Centre Project
February 14, 2019 The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $2.5 million in capital funding to support 10 addictions beds as part of the Lac La Ronge Indian Band’s Wellness, Health and Recovery Centre project. The wellness centre will blend western and traditional Indigenous approaches to healing and recovery. In addition to the 10 addictions treatment […]
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SIGA named a Top Saskatchewan Employer for second year in a row
February 13, 2018 – Saskatoon, SK – SIGA has once again earned a spot as a Top Saskatchewan Employer, awarded by Canada’s Top 100 Employers project. Now in its 14th year, Saskatchewan’s Top Employers is a special designation that recognizes employers who offer the most progressive and forward-thinking programs. Zane Hansen, SIGA’s President and CEO, […]
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Government of Canada investing in safety at the La Ronge (Barber Field) Airport
February 14, 2019 La Ronge, Saskatchewan Transport Canada Canadians, tourists and businesses benefit from safe and well-maintained airports. From visiting friends and family, to travelling to medical appointments, or getting goods to market, we rely on our local airports to support and sustain vibrant communities. These airports also provide essential air services including community […]
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Media advisory: Minister O’Regan to visit Lac La Ronge and Saskatoon to make announcements regarding health and airport infrastructure
Saskatchewan — Please be advised that the Honourable Seamus O’Regan, Minister of Indigenous Services, will be in Lac La Ronge and Saskatoon on Thursday, and will participate in two announcements. In the morning, Minister O’Regan will visit Lac La Ronge Indian Band and make an announcement to support the construction of a health and wellness facility. […]
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Preparing employees for tomorrow is what makes this year’s ‘Saskatchewan’s Top Employers’ stand out from the crowd
REGINA, Feb. 13, 2019 – A lot of employers talk about the need to train employees to make sure they have the skills needed to create the products that will be in demand tomorrow. But only a few leading employers have put these words into action. That’s the message from this year’s Saskatchewan’s Top Employers, announced today by the […]
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Mistawasis Nêhiyawak and Saskatchewan Polytechnic partner to deliver the Continuing Care Assistant program
Agreement sets framework for the delivery of the Continuing Care Assistant program at the Iron Buffalo Centre February 12, 2019 – Mistawasis Nêhiyawak and Saskatchewan Polytechnic signed an agreement today for the delivery of the Sask Polytech Continuing Care Assistant (CCA) program at the Iron Buffalo Centre, located at Mistawasis Nêhiyawak. This partnership will help […]
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