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The Government of Saskatchewan is investing an additional $3 million in the Seniors Income Plan (SIP) this year, helping approximately 14,500 seniors with low income enjoy a better quality of life. “I am proud to announce our government’s continued commitment to making life more affordable for seniors,” Social Services Minister Gene Makowsky said. “This increase […]
Read More»The Government of Saskatchewan is reminding patients and providers of a free tool to increase accessibility of medical appointments. Up and running since June 2022, the Saskatchewan Virtual Visit Program allows patients to connect with their health care provider from home, or a location of their choice, using audio or video conferencing. Patients may also […]
Read More»Through the province’s international engagement efforts including missions abroad, the network of nine international offices, and welcoming incoming delegations to Saskatchewan, government officials and Saskatchewan businesses have been able to strengthen relationships in many jurisdictions around the world. “International missions provide an opportunity to showcase Saskatchewan’s strong and sustainable initiatives, as well as increase trade […]
Read More»A pilot program to help people reduce their risk of overdose and other drug-related harms is being extended. Overdose Outreach Teams in Regina will continue for another six months to further develop the outreach process and expand the reach of the teams. The teams are comprised of a mental health and addictions counsellor from the […]
Read More»A portion of an approximately 158 hectares (390 acres) parcel south of the Saskatchewan Polytechnic Regina Campus has been selected as the preferred site for a new Specialized Long-Term Care Facility in Regina. “Our government is pleased to see this important project moving forward with this key step of identifying a preferred location,” Minister […]
Read More»Five Registered Nurses (RNs) from the Philippines will arrive this week in Saskatchewan. This is the first of several groups of Filipino RNs with conditional job offers that will arrive to Saskatchewan on a regular basis for their in-person training. Once their in-person training is completed they can begin their employment with the Saskatchewan Health […]
Read More»Funding will add more than 200 seats in targeted skills training programs Today, the Government of Saskatchewan is announcing continued support for skilled trades training through a $2.5 million investment into pre-apprenticeships training. This funding will support a targeted expansion of more than 200 additional pre-apprenticeship skills training seats in construction-related trades. “As Saskatchewan […]
Read More»Saskatchewan is marking significant success in organ and tissue donation with record high numbers. There were 30 deceased donors in the fiscal period from April 1, 2022 to March 31, 2023, which is the highest number recorded in a single year. During the same period there were 46 adult kidney transplants, the second highest ever […]
Read More»Today, the Government-Trustee Bargaining Committee (GTBC), comprised of representatives from the Government of Saskatchewan and the Saskatchewan School Boards Association, proposed a new collective agreement that offers a 7.0 per cent increase in compensation to teachers over a three-year contract. This proposal includes the following salary increases to teachers: Year 1 – 2023 3.0 per cent […]
Read More»Construction is officially underway on a new Prekindergarten to Grade 6 francophone elementary school that will be built in Regina’s north end. “The Ministry of Education is dedicated to strengthening French language and culture in Saskatchewan by improving access to French language education,” Education Minister Dustin Duncan said. “The new francophone school also demonstrates Saskatchewan’s commitment to […]
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