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The Immigration Services Act came into force on July 1, enhancing Saskatchewan’s ability to manage and monitor the immigration system and protect foreign workers from exploitation. “Saskatchewan continues to attract newcomers from all over the world, who are essential to growing the economy and filling our province’s labour market needs,” Immigration and Career Training Minister Jeremy Harrison […]
Read More»On October 1, 2024, the minimum wage in Saskatchewan will increase to $15 an hour. In 2022 the Government of Saskatchewan indicated it would make incremental increases to minimum wage over a two year period. In 2022 the minimum wage was increased from $11.81 to $13, followed by a $1 increase each year following until […]
Read More»Premier Scott Moe and Health Minister Everett Hindley, along with representatives from the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA), Hospitals of Regina Foundation and other partners, were on hand this morning to celebrate the grand opening of the new Regina Urgent Care Centre (UCC). A first-of-its-kind for the province, the UCC, located at 1320 Albert Street in […]
Read More»The province’s new Breast Health Centre in Regina is one step closer to reality as the demolition phase of construction begins at the centre’s site. To support this major enhancement to patient health, the provincial government is investing $3.6 million this year for the centre’s renovations, staffing and diagnostic equipment. “I am pleased that construction […]
Read More»Consumer Price Index Increase Ranks Consistently low among Provinces In May 2024, Saskatchewan’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased by 1.5 per cent compared to May 2023. This is the second lowest rise among the provinces and significantly lower than the national average of 2.9 per cent. “Our Government will continue to stand up for Saskatchewan […]
Read More»Province Ranks First in Canada in Retail Trade Growth Today, Statistics Canada released retail trade figures for April 2024, positioning Saskatchewan first in the nation for month-over-month growth. Retail sales in the province surged by 8.5 per cent, totaling $2.2 billion in April 2024 (seasonally-adjusted), compared to March 2024. “Saskatchewan’s nation-leading retail trade numbers show […]
Read More»In just one month, thousands of athletes, coaches, managers and volunteers will gather in Lloydminster to take part in the 2024 Saskatchewan Summer Games, presented by Teine Energy. The Games, which will take place from July 21-27, will see participation from up to 1,800 young athletes from every corner of the province competing in 14 […]
Read More»The Government of Saskatchewan is providing nearly $1 million this year to medSask, the medication information service based at the University of Saskatchewan, celebrating its 50th anniversary. medSask supports health care professionals and the public who may have medication questions via a helpline staffed by licensed pharmacists at the College of Pharmacy and Nutrition. The […]
Read More»Twenty-three teacher-led projects have been approved in the latest round of funding through the Teacher Innovation and Support Fund, totaling $778,053. This is the fourth round of projects to receive funding in the current school year. In total, almost $2.3 million has been allocated through the Teacher Innovation and Support Fund to Saskatchewan schools to […]
Read More»Tonight, 10 of Saskatchewan’s best will be invested with the province’s highest honour, the Saskatchewan Order of Merit. Lieutenant Governor Russ Mirasty will invest the 2024 recipients at a formal ceremony in Regina. “Each one of this year’s honourees earned this prestigious award through years of effort dedicated to the betterment of their communities and […]
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