Labour Market News

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In this section, you can browse archived news titles, whose links are no longer functional, for up to one year from the current date. The archived news can help you understand the labour market trends in geographic areas and industries that are of interest to you.

• Week of 2026-04-27 to 2026-05-01

  • Clothes Café, a skateboard-branded clothes and skateboard supplies store, has closed its Broadway Ave location in Saskatoon on April 18.

    thestarphoenix.com

  • The City of Regina is spending $147M on road and water infrastructure upgrades this construction season, with five projects already underway and tenders for two more expected by spring 2026. The 11th Avenue Revitalization Project and the Albert Street Overpass Upgrade are both scheduled for completion by fall 2026.

    ctvnews.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is allocating $17.2M over the next four years to support alternative and extrajudicial justice programs across the province. The funding will be distributed to over 20 First Nations, tribal councils, and community organizations tasked with delivering these measures.

    ctvnews.ca

  • Innovation Saskatchewan is expanding the Saskatchewan Technology Startup Incentive to include life science companies under the program. The initiative, which supports emerging companies in securing essential early-stage capital, now covers areas such as agricultural biotechnology, therapeutics, medical devices, genomics, and digital health.

    discoverestevan.com

  • Hot Topic, a pop-culture merchandise and alternative fashion store, is opening in Regina. Although an opening date has not been set, the company is currently recruiting several positions, including store managers, assistant managers, and sales associates.

    ctvnews.ca

  • The fourth unit of SaskPower’s Boundary Dam in Estevan has returned to full operation after being offline for about two years. The unit, which underwent $7.6M in repairs, will be used primarily to support the grid during periods of peak electricity demand.

    ctvnews.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing over $8.2M through the Regional Defence Investment Initiative to support three Yorkton-based projects in enhancing local businesses’ roles in defence supply chains. Key projects include expanding manufacturing advancements for two businesses, creating a new military engineering facility, and developing a multi-agent artificial intelligence drone system.

    canada.ca

  • Prairie Spirit School Division has announced that Laird School, located just north of Saskatoon, will continue to operate in the 2026-2027 school year but as a K-6 school due to low enrolment. After June 30, 2026, Grades 7 and 8 will no longer be taught at the school and all affected students will be transferred to Waldheim School.

    paherald.sk.ca
• Week of 2026-04-20 to 2026-04-24

  • Cargill has officially opened its $350M canola crush plant at the Global Transportation Hub near Regina. The facility is projected to process 1 million metric tonnes of canola annually, supporting producers across Saskatchewan and western Manitoba. According to Cargill, the facility will also create over 100 jobs in the region, consisting of both full-time workers and contractors.

    ctvnews.ca

  • The Canada Community-Building Fund is providing the Village of Air Ronge with $400K in grants to support upcoming projects aimed at improving 11 drainage areas. Work will include excavator trenching, culvert replacement, ditch build-up, trench clearing, and swale creation or installation. Further details about the project are yet to be announced.

    larongenow.com

  • Prairie Gateway Settlement Services opened a new location on 9th Street in Humboldt on April 16. The organization provides support for newcomers to Canada, offering programs to help individuals and families integrate into their communities. The new facility will help improve service delivery, program hosting, and community connections.

    discoverhumboldt.com

  • Final repairs are currently underway for Regina's collapsed stormwater pipe in Wascana Park. The permanent fix near the Albert Memorial Bridge will cost about $23.5M and is expected to be completed by the end of the 2026 construction season, while remediation and landscaping to restore the northwest corner of the park will be completed in 2027.

    cbc.ca

  • Site preparation and excavation work has begun for a new semi-detached group home in Melfort. The $2.7M facility will provide services for 10 clients with intellectual disabilities once completed in spring 2027.

    northeastnow.com

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is converting a seniors-only housing building in North Battleford into a mixed-use complex to better support lower-income residents. Current residents can either stay or relocate to a nearby building that will continue to operate as a seniors’ social housing complex. Starting May 1, non-seniors and small families can apply for vacant units.

    battlefordsnow.com

  • SaskPower has signed a memorandum of understanding with Ontario-based Bruce Power to collaborate on nuclear technology, enabling both corporations to share information and align nuclear strategies. The Government of Saskatchewan has previously announced it is exploring small modular reactors and large reactor technology as part of its long-term power grid strategy.

    ctvnews.ca

  • Saskatchewan Polytechnic has laid off 30 staff this month, bringing the total layoffs since July 2025 to 154. The cuts include 18 faculty members, nine professional services employees, and three out of scope employees. The Government of Saskatchewan has said that institutions face financial challenges stemming from decreased international enrollment due to changes in Canada’s immigration policy.

    cbc.ca
• Week of 2026-04-13 to 2026-04-17

  • Vanguard Mining Corp. has begun exploitation activities at its Nucleon Uranium Project in Saskatchewan’s Athabasca Basin. The program will consist of sampling lake sediments to evaluate and rank the project’s four exploration areas. The results will also be used to support subsequent exploration activities, such as technical surveys, permitting, and stakeholder consultations.

    vanguardminingcorp.com

  • Federated Co-operatives Limited has begun its $150M, 54-day turnaround at the Co-op Refinery Complex in Regina. The facility will be taken offline temporarily as it undergoes preventative maintenance, equipment replacement, and system upgrades. Work will require over 1.5K workers on site each day, with about 1.6K additional skilled tradespeople brought in for support.

    sasktoday.ca

  • The Gold Eagle Casino in North Battleford has begun a $100M relocation and revitalization project to move its hotel and operations to a new facility off Highway 16 West. The first phase, including construction of the facility, is expected to create 350 construction jobs and 400 long-term positions. The business anticipates attracting millions of dollars in tourism revenue once operational.

    globalnews.ca

  • The Study Bar & Grill is opening a new restaurant location at the University of Regina in late April 2026.

    ctvnews.ca

  • The Kahkewistahaw First Nation has begun constructing a $23M water treatment plant in the community. The project will take 18 months to complete and is expected to provide water to both the community and nearby valley once operational.

    ctvnews.ca

  • Innovation Saskatchewan is contributing $25K to support the 2026 Sask AI Expo, taking place on April 27 at Saskatoon’s Prairieland Park. The event will feature expert-led sessions, interactive workshops, and showcases of AI applications across various sectors, including agriculture, mining, and energy, in addition to rapidly growing areas such as healthtech, cleantech, and advanced manufacturing.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan are jointly providing over $25.9M to enhance essential water, wastewater, stormwater and solid waste infrastructure. Key projects include the Taylor Field Redevelopment in Regina, the expansion of the Material Recovery Centre in Saskatoon, and the Spring Creek Stormwater Management Project in Moose Jaw.

    canada.ca

  • The City of Moose Jaw has announced its 2026 Infrastructure Renewal Program, which will replace approximately 19km of cast iron water main and 1.5km of feeder main throughout the city. The program also includes work to renew roads, replace sewers, and improve sidewalk conditions. The projects will be managed by engineers from PME Inc. and public works employees.

    moosejawtoday.com

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is providing support to several road projects across Estevan, North Battleford, Prince Albert, and Swift Current through the Urban Highway Connector Program. Notable plans include spending $9.8M on rehabilitating the roads in Swift Current, widening and repaving North Battleford's Territorial Drive, and resurfacing Highway 47 in Estevan.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The overpass replacement work at Highway 2 over Highway 1 located just north of Moose Jaw is in progress and set to finish by the end of 2026. During construction, Highway 1 will have reduced lanes, while Highway 2 will redirect traffic to accommodate the demolition and replacement of the southbound bridge.

    moosejawtoday.com

  • Anchor and Thread Community Services in North Battleford is expanding services to include a mobile crisis unit. The facility will offer a safe space for individuals to sleep, bathe, eat, and access intervention or support resources, with the aim of eventually providing counselling and treatment options.

    battlefordsnow.com

  • The Grub Shack & General Store opened on April 15 in Weyburn’s Metro Centre Mall. The store sells homemade soups, sandwiches, drinks, and a variety of hard ice cream, in addition to featuring products from various vendors.

    discoverweyburn.com

  • The City of Regina is seeking a developer for its Yards Redevelopment project, which aims to transform a vacant 17-acre railyard site into a mixed-use urban district. The developer will be responsible for planning and managing infrastructure installation, land sales, and on-site building construction. The request for proposals was issued in early April with submission due September 30, 2026.

    ctvnews.ca

  • Prairie Harm Reduction, a Saskatoon-based non-profit organization, has announced the immediate closure of its supervised consumption site due to ongoing financial challenges impacting around 70 staff members and casual workers. The organization has ceased all services, including two youth homes, a drop-in centre, educational programs, and family supports.

    cbc.ca

  • Construction of a 60-bed enhanced emergency shelter in Saskatoon is set to start this summer. Design work is currently underway, with construction expected to cost about $6M. Once completed, the shelter will provide clients with case planning, wellness, cultural, and housing supports. Completion is scheduled for spring 2027.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • Searchlight Resources Inc. has received a two-year drill and surface exploration permit for the Robinson Creek Gold project, located just west of Creighton. The summer 2026 program will focus on prospecting geological mapping and evaluating project access changes due to the 2025 forest fires, with drilling planned to follow based on the results of the summer field work.

    searchlightresources.com

  • BHP has spent over $1M to create two new childcare centres in LeRoy and Muenster for local families and employees. The LeRoy Early Learning Centre, which opened this month, aims to support the community’s growth as the Jansen mine prepares for full operations by mid-2027. The daycare will offer 90 spaces for children and infants while aligning its operating hours with mine shift schedules.

    sasktoday.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is launching the Small Town and Rural Police Services Grant Program, allocating $190K to support five small town and rural police services. The initiative aims to enhance proactive policing activities, improve response times, support recruitment and retention efforts, and strengthen the partnership between local police and the RCMP to better serve rural communities.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2026-04-06 to 2026-04-10

  • The Government of Canada is providing $625K to support three organizations in strengthening Saskatchewan’s nuclear supply chains. The funding, along with an additional $286K from the provincial government, aims to educate local businesses on nuclear industry opportunities, facilitate business and vendor connections, and develop micro-credentials and accreditations to meet industry standards.

    canada.ca

  • The Government of Canada recently launched the Build Communities Strong Fund, allocating $51B to support infrastructure development nationwide over the next decade. Over $29M of the funding will be allotted to Regina's South Trunk Wastewater Upgrade project to enhance the sewer system’s capacity, mitigate flood risks, and address untreated discharges to the Wascana Creek.

    canada.ca

  • Paradigm Charters Ltd. is launching a new charter bus line between Estevan and Regina on May 6. The bus service will operate weekly on Wednesdays and will feature amenities such as free Wi-Fi and washrooms. The route will consist of a one-way trip with drop-offs at the Regina General Hospital, Casino Regina, Victoria Square Mall, and Costco. An additional stop at Weyburn is also included.

    discoverestevan.com

  • The Rural Municipality of Sherwood has received plans for Bell Canada’s 300-megawatt AI data centre, which will feature multiple campuses and significant infrastructure upgrades. The project is expected to create over 800 jobs during construction and 80 full-time positions once operational. Construction is slated to start in spring 2026, with a phased opening of the facility scheduled for 2027.

    ctvnews.ca
• Week of 2026-04-13 to 2026-04-17

  • The $18B Jansen potash mine, the largest mining project in Saskatchewan and BHP’s history, is expected to supply 10% of global potash demand by 2031. Production is slated to start in mid-2027 with an initial capacity of 4.15M tonnes per year. The company will create 5.5K jobs during peak construction and will employ 900 full-time employees once operational.

    theglobeandmail.com
• Week of 2026-04-06 to 2026-04-10

  • Lake Country Co-op is launching Phase 2 of its Agro site development in Prince Albert this spring. Work will mainly focus on consolidating multiple Agro operations into a new, 38K sq. ft. fertilizer blending facility. The new facility will feature a modern retail and warehouse complex, a new cardlock fuel station, and other amenities such as washrooms, showers, and overnight parking.

    farmnewsnow.com

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is spending $7.1M to rehabilitate an eastbound Highway 7 bridge located just west of Saskatoon. Work began on April 1 and is expected to be completed by late fall 2026. Traffic will be diverted to the westbound bridge during this period.

    kindersleysocial.ca

  • Two uranium mines in northern Saskatchewan, the Wheeler River Project and Rook I Project, have recently received approval from the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission. The mines are expected to create over 1.6K jobs during construction and employ 700 people once operational. Additionally, the Rook I project is projected to generate about $32.5B over its construction and initial operations phases.

    panow.com

  • Peavey Mart recently reopened a store in Assiniboia on March 30. The store sells various agricultural products, including garden seeds and clothes.

    sasktoday.ca

  • Work on Regina’s 11th Avenue project began on April 6. The project aims to modernize critical infrastructure and enhance accessibility through upgrades to the road, sidewalks, and underground infrastructure. Now in its fourth year of construction, the project is expected to be fully completed in 2027.

    ctvnews.ca

  • SaskPower is planning to extend the lifespan of its coal-fired power plants from 2029 to 2050; however, estimated costs have risen significantly from its initial $900M assessment to $2.6B. The extension aims to support the province’s electrical grid as it transitions to nuclear energy and net-zero, in addition to saving the province $21B by 2025.

    ctvnews.ca
• Week of 2026-03-30 to 2026-04-03

  • The City of North Battleford has approved a $106K pilot program for one year to fund security services through the Downtown Business Improvement District. A local security company will be hired to patrol the area, aiming to increase visibility and facilitate de-escalations rather than enforcement. A review will be conducted after the program ends on December 31 to determine if it will continue.

    battlefordsnow.com

  • A new mental health facility will be opening in Fort Qu’Appelle in late summer. Although online treatment and remote guidance is available, individuals may be referred to the Calling Lakes Wellness Centre for in-person care. The centre will offer additional resources for addiction and mental health treatment, including counselling, gym, yoga, massages, and lectures.

    globalnews.ca

  • As of April 1, SaskAgMatters Mental Health Network Inc. will begin managing the Farm Stress Line, offering 24/7 confidential mental health support for Saskatchewan producers, their families, and their employees. The Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan will be jointly providing $200K annually for two years to fund both the program and additional counselling services.

    canada.ca

  • The Government of Canada is allocating $1.93M to the University of Saskatchewan to acquire a full-stack quantum computer. The computer is expected to enhance research capabilities across the province, increasing development and innovation capacities in areas related to health, energy, agriculture, and national security.

    canada.ca

  • Construction of a new long-term care facility is underway in Regina. The Regina Specialized Long-Term Care facility will feature multipurpose areas, a therapy centre, Indigenous spaces, and 240 specialized beds designed to support seniors and residents with dementia, brain injuries, and complex behavioural needs. Construction began in September 2025 and is slated for completion by fall 2028.

    ctvnews.ca

  • Peavey Mart, a farm and ranch supply chain, has recently reopened in Yorkton on March 29. The company had previously closed all its stores in January 2025, including 13 in Saskatchewan, due to rising costs, supply disruptions, and low consumer confidence. However, the chain intends to make a comeback after a change in ownership. Another store is set to reopen in Assiniboia, however no date has been announced.

    ctvnews.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is allocating $2M to expand its Electronic Monitoring Program by 100 additional global positioning system units. The monitors will allow both corrections employees and the courts to track and monitor individuals in real-time, ensuring they comply with court-ordered restrictions and enhancing community safety.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing nearly $29M to support 12 clean energy tech projects across Canada, of which $14.9M will be allotted to two Saskatchewan-based organizations. The two projects will focus on analyzing carbon storage in underground rock formations and designing new ways to measure carbon capture processes.

    betakit.com

  • The City of Moose Jaw is reinstating Saturday bus services on April 11, restoring all four city routes to match weekday service levels. The federal government will be providing $2.1M over 10 years to support the transit service, with the annual costs estimated at around $120K.

    discovermoosejaw.com

  • Rebellion Brewing has opened a new location in Saskatoon’s Gather Local Market on March 27. The business is also considering expanding into other cities or opening a distribution centre in Winnipeg.

    sasktoday.ca

  • The Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan are jointly providing $15.6M over three years through the new Canada–Saskatchewan Workforce Tariff Response to support workers affected by global tariffs. The initiative expects to support up to 1,800 workers in tariff-affected sectors, such as steel and softwood lumber, by providing assistance in upskilling, retraining, and finding employment.

    canada.ca

  • The Metis Nation — Saskatchewan has begun building barrier free apartments in Prince Albert to provide stable and safe housing to Metis families. The $6M project includes 18 rent-to-own units and is set to be completed by December. Applications for housing is expected to start by mid-summer.

    paherald.sk.ca

  • The Saskatoon Black Business Network Inc. has received $780K in federal funding to implement a Black entrepreneurship advancement program in Saskatchewan over the next five years. The funding will support initiatives such as the Black Business Expo, pitch competitions, mentorship programs, and networking events, aimed at showcasing and promoting Black-owned businesses in the region.

    canada.ca

  • The Town of Kamsack is launching a new team-based health care program called Patient Medical Homes, which will provide patients access to various health care professionals based on their needs. The Saskatchewan Health Authority will be hiring two registered nurses, one counsellor, and one dietitian to act as the main team based in Kamsack.

    sasktoday.ca

  • Saskatchewan Polytechnic has recently opened the Business Innovation and Entrepreneurship Centre in Moose Jaw to support entrepreneurs in pursuing applied research studies and careers. The centre will provide mentorship, resources, and networking opportunities while also facilitating various events to encourage collaboration among students, entrepreneurs, faculty, and industry partners.

    sasktoday.ca
• Week of 2026-03-23 to 2026-03-27

  • Dilawri, Canada’s largest automotive group, is opening a new two-storey vehicle showroom located in Regina on Broad Street. Genesis Regina features a dedicated service drive, a new vehicle delivery room, and an exterior dual-port DC fast charger for guest use.

    dilawri.ca

  • The Co-op Refinery Complex in Regina will begin its spring turnaround in mid-April, lasting up to 54 days and costing over $150M. The project is expected to bring in over 1,600 additional skilled trades workers, with more than 1,500 workers expected on site during peak times. Work will involve completing preventive maintenance, renovations, and upgrades to the facility.

    ctvnews.ca

  • A new high school program to support students interested in health care careers has recently launched. Health Careers 20L will introduce students to various health care careers, including nursing, medical diagnostics, pharmacy, dentistry, mental wellness, and emergency care, while also helping them build employability skills, professional awareness, and patient care understanding.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The AgriStability Program has recently undergone new updates to better support ranchers and producers financially. The changes include adjusting feed inventory pricing for livestock producers and allowing pasture rental costs to be expensed under the program. The deadline to enroll in the AgriStability program is April 30.

    ctvnews.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is providing up to $5M through eHealth Saskatchewan to launch a fully integrated digital system for anesthesia and surgical care. The initiative aims to streamline workflow and create a more complete digital patient record by integrating anesthesia management information with the provincial surgical suite. A phased implementation of the software will begin this fall.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • Salthaven West Wildlife Rehabilitation & Education Centre has opened a new 2,500 square foot facility just outside Regina. The facility features six rooms for animals – divided between reptiles and amphibians, birds, and mammals – in addition to a break, laundry, and a mechanical room. The organization will also purchase a new incubator and oxygen equipment once enough funding is available.

    ctvnews.ca

  • The Northwest School Division is discontinuing French immersion from kindergarten to Grade 4 in the 2026-27 school year due to teacher shortages. Although the program will continue for Grades 5 through 12, the changes will affect about 27 students. The division is continuing with recruitment efforts, aiming to expand the program once staffing improves.

    meadowlakenow.com

  • The Town of Carlyle’s new PreK-12 school project is currently on hold due to rising construction costs, though the project remains approved and will continue with design work. The $2.5M project focuses on replacing the school’s aging facilities and spaces, including the gymnasium, practical arts areas, and outdoor grounds. Construction will resume once funding aligns with costs.

    discoverestevan.com

  • The Town of Tisdale is seeking developers for a multi-residential project, offering the land located on Doghide Drive for $1 as a development incentive. The area is zoned for multi-unit housing, and the town has already set aside $450K for the project. Developers will be responsible for seeking approvals, site preparation, construction, and installing utilities and services. Proposals are due by June 30.

    northeastnow.com

  • The Government of Saskatchewan and the Conseil des écoles fransaskoises have recently opened école du Parc, a new $26.9M Francophone K-6 school in North Regina. The school, which will accommodate up to 325 students, features both a 51-space childcare centre and shared Francophone community space. Additional Francophone schools are currently being planned for Saskatoon and Prince Albert.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • Three researchers from the University of Regina are receiving over $3.1M in federal funding through the Canada Foundation for Innovation’s 2025 Innovation Fund to support local research infrastructure. The funding will go towards establishing a new interdisciplinary hub for sound research, developing next-generation particle detectors, and expanding access to advanced neutron beam capabilities.

    uregina.ca

  • Regina’s Milky Way Ice Cream Shop has recently opened for it’s 70th season on March 19.

    ctvnews.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan has approved SaskPower's North-South Transmission Systems Interconnection project to link the province’s northern and southern power grids. Preliminary planning and design has begun, with Indigenous consultation and public engagement underway. The transmission lines are slated to be in-service by 2032.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • ADAMA Canada is funding 22 community projects across Canada through its Stomping Grounds initiative, with 13 projects located in Saskatchewan. The projects will mostly focus on building and upgrading local facilities, with each project expected to receive up to $10,000.

    sasktoday.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan has recently announced its 2026-27 budget, which will be one of the largest capital budgets in Saskatchewan’s history, with about $4.3B invested in infrastructure. The budget will also support other areas related to boosting the economy, workforce development, health care, community safety, and education among many others.

    panow.com

  • The Government of Saskatchewan’s 2026-27 budget is allocating nearly $125M to support workforce development. The budget will help fund programs related to skills training, pre-employment services, and workforce transitions. The funding will also go towards adding 300 apprenticeship training spots for skilled trades people, bringing the total number of seats to 5,300.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2026-03-16 to 2026-03-20

  • Standard Uranium Ltd. has started drilling at its Rocas Uranium Project in the Southeast Athabasca Basin. The program, which may last about five weeks, will target shallow high-grade uranium mineralization across six to eight holes.

    standarduranium.ca

  • Construction planning is underway for new RCMP detachment building in La Ronge. Although design work is still ongoing, the building will feature a dedicated space for Victim Services and will incorporate net-zero-carbon standards. The final project cost has not been determined.

    paherald.sk.ca

  • BASF Agricultural Solutions is allocating $27M to its Canola Breeding Centre of Innovation near Saskatoon to expand the canola breeding program. The expansion aims to accelerate hybrid development by integrating advanced automation systems and adding a new research-grade glasshouse. Construction is slated to start this spring.

    farmnewsnow.com

  • A new child-care centre run by the Métis Nation–Saskatchewan is nearing completion. The Saskatoon-based centre is expected to open in late spring and will accommodate up to 90 children. A similar child-care centre is also under construction in Prince Albert, with another planned for Regina.

    ctvnews.ca

  • A new joint restaurant housing IHOP and Applebee’s has recently opened in Regina on March 17. The first 400 guests were offered free pancakes for a year.

    ctvnews.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is partnering with SaskTel to upgrade internet routers in 245 rural library communities to improve network security, Wi-Fi speed, and reliability. The nearly $500K in funding will support the continued delivery of CommunityNet (CNET) services, including free Wi-Fi. All equipment is scheduled to be installed by July 31.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan has provided $100K to the University of Saskatchewan College of Law’s Rural and Regional Externship program. The program offers law students practical learning opportunities with Legal Aid and Public Prosecutions offices in rural areas. Students will gain hands-on experience working on real legal cases with mentors.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • Upcycle Minerals Inc. has completed an exploration dill program at its Whiteshore Lake Alkali property in West-Central Saskatchewan, which included 50 holes to assess sodium sulfate mineralization for a compliant mineral resource estimate. The program was part of the pre-construction activities needed for Upcycle to develop a new Potassium Sulfate production facility.

    upcycleminerals.com

  • Elite Suites is planning to construct a new sixplex apartment building in Moosomin. Construction will begin this spring, aiming to be ready for occupancy by October 1. The apartments will be built off-site and assembled on location this August. Additional work to complete the roofing, siding, decks, and landscaping will follow.

    world-spectator.com

  • The RM of Moosomin is allocating $30,000 over three years to the Universe Satellite Aquatic Centre in Rocanville to offset its recent upgrade costs, and $10,000 to the Community Recreation Organization of Welwlyn to purchase a new Zamboni for the local ice rink.

    world-spectator.com

  • The RM of Moosomin is providing $75,000 over three years to upgrade the Mike Schwean Arena by summer 2028. The upgrades will include replacing damaged rink boards, installing new plexiglass, and adding new seating among other things. The total estimated cost is between $400-500K.

    world-spectator.com

  • BCE Inc., Bell Canada’s parent company, is planning to construct a 300-megawatt data centre in Sherwood. The facility is projected to generate up to $12B and will support around 800 trades and engineering jobs during construction. Once operational, at least 80 full-time roles will be created along with 750 additional community jobs. Construction is anticipated to begin this spring.

    ctvnews.ca

  • Bolt Mobile, located in Saskatoon’s North Industrial district, has recently closed due to a building fire. Although the business is looking to return to this location, the store will remain closed until further notice.

    cbc.ca

  • The waterslide at Lakewood Civic Centre in Saskatoon is closed until further notice due to safety concerns. While a full replacement is planned for 2027, all other amenities and programs at the facility will remain open. Updates on the project will be provided when available.

    sasktoday.ca

  • The Woodland Wellness Centre is receiving $1.48M in federal funding to start a mobile addictions outreach program to expand mental health and opioid treatment services. The centre will purchase two mobile counselling vans, offering culturally safe counselling to the six communities within Lac La Ronge Indian Band. Services are expected to start in spring 2026.

    cbc.ca

  • The University of Saskatchewan’s proposed poultry laying facility in Saskatoon is receiving over $6.2M in funding from the Canada Foundation for Innovation, with additional contributions from the university and Saskatchewan Egg Producers. The new facility will feature various housing systems for hens and will enable researchers to conduct experiments aimed at improving poultry welfare and egg production practices.

    usask.ca

  • The federal government is providing $910K to the Saskatoon Regional Economic Development Authority Inc. to support entrepreneurs and startups under the SK Startup Institute. The funding will go towards providing one-on-one advising services, workshops, and online resources over the next two years to early-stage entrepreneurs in Regina, Saskatoon, and cross the province.

    canada.ca

  • Saskatoon’s airport had its second busiest year on record in 2025, with a 3% year-over-year increase in passenger numbers, reaching 1.517 million people. The airport also ranked fourth nationally for timely flights and saw the return of several seasonal routes. Additionally, the airport is planning a $12M renovation of its arrivals area in 2026.

    thestarphoenix.com

  • Terracap Group, a Toronto-based private equity real estate investment and asset management firm is constructing a new retail development at North Battleford’s Frontier Centre mall. The exact retailer has yet to be announced.

    battlefordsnow.com

  • Despite paramedic shortages in Saskatchewan, Estevan’s ambulance service remains fully staffed with 24-hour advanced life support coverage. Although two Advanced Care Paramedic vacancies are currently filled by Primary Care Paramedics, there are ongoing efforts to address staffing challenges include bursaries for training, recruitment initiatives, and accommodations for casual staff.

    discoverestevan.com

  • Construction of the new Turning Sun Solar Project near Estevan has begun, with work on fencing and access roads underway. The 18-month project will employ around 150 workers this summer and is set to finish by fall 2027. The company is seeking to fill various positions for the project, including skilled labourers and subcontractors. Once completed, the facility will provide power to around 25,000 homes.

    sasktoday.ca

  • Zak’s Home Hardware is closing it’s Sutherland location in Saskatoon. Although that location had been operating for over 70 years, the business will shift focus to its larger store located on 51st Street.

    ctvnews.ca

  • Crumbl Cookie, an American bakery chain known for its elaborate desserts, is opening a new shop in the Aurora shopping centre in east Regina.

    ctvnews.ca

  • A new long-term care facility is under construction in La Ronge. The facility features 80 beds, various therapy spaces, and a new dialysis unit, in addition to other features aimed at supporting patients and families from surrounding communities. Completion is scheduled for 2027.

    paherald.sk.ca

  • Saskatchewan Trade & Export Partnership (STEP) is receiving $383K from the federal government’s Regional Innovation Ecosystems program to enhance trade development and market diversification efforts from September 2025 to March 2028. The funding will enable STEP to offer webinars, continue its Saskatchewan Trade Accelerator Program, and support various market diversification initiatives.

    sasktoday.ca

  • The City of Weyburn has awarded a $120K contract to Heidelberg Materials Ltd. to crush stockpiled concrete and asphalt at the municipal landfill. The resulting material will be used to repair roads and restore sub-bases and utility digs.

    sasktoday.ca
• Week of 2026-03-09 to 2026-03-13

  • The City of North Battleford has awarded K & S Asphalt Services Ltd. with a $3.17M contract for the 2026 Underground Pipe and Asphalt Rehabilitation project. The work, which includes asphalt paving and sidewalk upgrades, is set to start in May and finish by August. With a total project budget of $3.8M, any remaining funds could potentially allow for an expanded the project scope.

    sasktoday.ca

  • Saskatchewan municipalities will receive $392.4M through the 2026-27 Municipal Revenue Sharing program, an 8% increase or $30.7M more than the previous year. The program provides predictable, unconditional funding local communities based on a portion of provincial sales tax revenue from two years prior.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • Joint venture partners Skyharbour Resources Ltd. and Denison Mines Corp. have commenced a 2026 winter exploration program at the newly formed Wheeler North Joint Venture, located in the eastern Athabasca Basin. The program consists of about 13 diamond drill holes totalling 7,500 metres within three priority target areas: Fox Lake Trail, Fork, and Sphinx.

    skyharbourltd.com

  • Fathom Nickel Inc. has commenced its winter drill program at the Gochager Lake project in Saskatchewan’s Trans Hudson Corridor on March 6. Although the 4,000 meters drill program is expected to run until the first or second week of April, if winter weather conditions prevent its completion, crews will return in late May or early June to complete the remaining drilling quota.

    juniorminingnetwork.com

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is renewing $1.1M in funding for STR8 UP, an organization dedicated to helping individuals aged 15 to 30 exit gang life in Saskatoon, Regina, and Prince Albert. The program offers comprehensive support, including gang tattoo removal and assistance with housing, life skills, and employment.

    globalnews.ca

  • The Assiniboia Union Hospital is utilizing the Saskatchewan Health Authority’s virtual physician program to maintain emergency room services. Assiniboia is the 30th community to join this initiative, which allows remote support from emergency physicians to assist local teams when physicians are temporarily unavailable, ensuring continued access to healthcare in rural areas.

    saskhealthauthority.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan plans to spend over $850K on two consulting firms to support the province’s trade efforts. Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP will focus on U.S. relations, while Harper & Associates will provide guidance and advocacy for deals related to India, China, and the Middle East.

    ckom.com

  • Nipawin has approved $69,000 in community sponsorship funding for 2026 to support recreation, youth engagement, and wellness initiatives. Some key allocations include $20,000 to OASIS Centre for health, wellness, and shelter programs and $20,000 to the Nipawin Regional Park for operations and capital upgrades. Organizations seeking sponsorship must submit applications by October 31 the year prior.

    paherald.sk.ca

  • Vendasta, a Saskatoon-based technology company, has laid off 20 employees locally and around 50 globally as it shifts focus to an artificial intelligence (AI) workforce. Although the company is hiring for other areas, none of the laid-off staff have been reassigned or trained for new AI-related roles.

    cbc.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan and the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM) have announced over $46M in funding for rural road network upgrades. The funding will go towards 41 projects focused on road, bridge, and culvert improvements.

    ctvnews.ca

  • The federal government has issued a licence to NexGen Energy Ltd. to prepare the site for its Rook I uranium mine and mill project in northern Saskatchewan, valid until March 31, 2036. However, the license only permits site preparation and construction; operation of the facility will requite a separate licensing decision from the Commission.

    canada.ca

  • Cameco has signed a $2.6B agreement to supply nearly 22 million pounds of uranium ore concentrate to India for its nuclear reactors over nine years, staring 2027. The deal is part of a broader energy partnership between Canada and India, which focuses on enhancing cooperation in critical minerals and energy resources.

    canadianminingjournal.com

  • Demolition crews have begun work to tear down the Kenosee Superslides water park. The project includes dismantling the main pool building, mechanical building, water slides, and various related structures, which have been closed since summer 2020.

    ckom.com

  • Saskatchewan Mining and Minerals Inc. has acquired a sulphate of potash (SOP) production facility in Wynyard, which will integrate sodium sulphate inputs from its Chaplin operations. The company also plans to build a new 50,000- to 100,000- tonne SOP production facility at the Chaplin site.

    discoverhumboldt.com

  • Southland Transportation is currently seeking bus drivers, offering a bonus of up to $1,000 for new recruits. The drivers will cover areas like Raymore, Wynyard, Punnichy, Wadena, Kelvington, and Humboldt, with plans for the company to take over bus services for the Horizon School Division in April. The company is also hiring substitute drivers to fill in during holidays or absences.

    northeastnow.com

  • Louis Dreyfus Company has commenced commissioning its new pea protein isolate production facility in Yorkton, with full operations and commercial volumes expected by mid-June. The facility will be one of the largest pea processing facilities in North America and is expected to create around 60 jobs by the end of 2026.

    sasktoday.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan has signed a new agreement with nine other provinces and territories to develop a National Energy Corridor. The initiative aims to provide reliable and affordable electricity to Saskatchewan communities while opening export opportunities and boosting energy security with other jurisdictions.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2026-03-02 to 2026-03-06

  • Saskatchewan Polytechnic, which has campuses across the province is cutting 23 jobs and suspending its health information management program for the 2026‑27 school year due to budget shortfalls from deceased international student enrollment. The school says the measures aim to sustain programs, with current students allowed to finish. More than 120 staff have been laid off in the past year.

    cbc.ca

  • The Province of Saskatchewan is introducing a new high school course, Energy and Mines – Energy Production 20, available province‑wide for grades 10 to 12 students beginning in September of the 2026‑27 school year. The course is intended to help students understand how energy is generated, distributed, and managed, featuring content on Saskatchewan’s current and emerging energy sources.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is opening another intake round for its primary care Nurse Practitioner (NP) contract initiative in March 2026. The program is intended to expand access to publicly funded primary care, and supports the goal of connecting all families with a primary care provider by the end of 2028. The government has signed contracts with 23 NPs serving at least 18,000 patients. Intakes for March 2026 close on March 30, further intake opportunities will be open in the future.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • Cameco is supplying 22 million pounds of uranium ore concentrate to India over nine years in a deal worth about $2.6 billion. The agreement supports India’s Department of Atomic Energy and aims to bolster electricity generation, with benefits for Saskatchewan’s economy and export stability. The deal aligns with the Federal Government's new Strategic Energy Partnership recently announced by Prime Minister Carney.

    cp24.com

  • Phantom Light Distillery, a Saskatchewan vodka company, is securing beverage supply deals with the Calgary Flames, Calgary Stampeders, and Edmonton Oilers in Alberta sports venues. The company aims to broaden its market presence by expanding product lines and pursuing stadium and retail partnerships, featuring contracts with RAD Raceway, the Canadian Cowboy Association rodeos, several Alberta grocery chains, and eight Nevada casinos. The business has grown from 5 full-time and 10 casual employees to 15 full-time and 30 part‑time and seasonal staff.

    cbc.ca

  • The Yorkton Brick Mill Heritage Society is redeveloping the historic flour mill into a community and interpretive centre with $600,000 from the Government of Saskatchewan and $2.4M previously provided from various sources including the City of Yorkton and federal grants. The project aims to preserve the site and create a gathering space featuring exhibits and educational signs. Construction on the project is expected to finish by the end of June 2026.

    cbc.ca

  • Denison Mines Corp. has received regulatory approval to construct a uranium mine east of Cree Lake in northern Saskatchewan as part of the Wheeler River Project, with the licence valid until February 2031. The project aims to mine and mill high‑grade uranium from the Phoenix deposit, featuring the first Canadian approval for the use of in‑situ recovery mining. The project also includes a partnership with the Métis Nation–Saskatchewan that signed a signed an impact benefit and exploration agreement that will provide employment opportunities and royalties. The mine is expected to take two years to build and is expected to begin production in mid‑2028.

    leaderpost.com

  • The Government of Saskatchewan has awarded a contract to the Saskatchewan Teachers' Federation (STF) to deliver literacy‑instruction training for Kindergarten to Grade 3 teachers, with the three‑day program beginning in March. The training aims to strengthen early reading skills through structured literacy practices, featuring modules led by STF educators and other sector professionals. The program is being offered in Regina, Saskatoon and Prince Albert, with potential expansion to the Northern Lights School Division in the future.

    cbc.ca
• Week of 2026-02-23 to 2026-02-27

  • Sandvik Mining and Construction is building a $51M mining equipment facility in Saskatoon. The project will feature a 51,000 square foot facility that combines mechanical cutting, parts, services and support in one location, featuring partnerships with Indigenous communities and plans to expand Canadian component manufacturing. The facility is expected to open by late 2026 and create about 30 jobs.

    ckom.com

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is conducting in‑person accessibility assessments on more than 500 provincially owned buildings across the province. The work is intended to identify barriers in interior and exterior spaces, featuring audit reports that will guide planning and improvements that are aligned with the Government of Saskatchewan Accessibility Plan 2024‑2027. All assessments are expected to be completed by the end of 2027.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is sending a delegation to Brazil from February 22–28, 2026. The mission aims to expand trade opportunities and strengthen partnerships with Goias, focusing on fertilizers and agriculture, with support from the province’s Mexico-based trade office.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan are providing continued funding for the 2026 Crop Insurance Program. The program is intended to help producers manage production losses with over 85% of seeded acres insured. Administration is provided by the Saskatchewan Crop Insurance Corporation which has introduced new tools such as satellite forage insurance, and increased supports through programs such as AgriStability and Livestock Price Insurance.

    canada.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is leading a mission to the Philippines and Thailand from February 20 to 28, 2026. The trip aims to broaden education, research, and labour‑market partnerships, featuring meetings with government, industry, and institutions and the signing of several memorandums of understanding supporting Saskatchewan’s International Education Strategy.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • Artsvest Saskatchewan is launching its 2026 program with $100,000 from the Government of Saskatchewan, with applications open until March 12. The program aims to increase private‑sector investment in arts, culture and heritage groups, offering training and matching funds, and includes webinars, workshops and mentorship. Since 2011, it has supported 1,756 partnerships and created over $10 million in economic impact.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2026-02-16 to 2026-02-20

  • The University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon has eliminated seven positions in its Information and Communications Technology unit. The reduction of staff occurred after a review to ensure role alignment and efficient operations as well as to meet the requirements of the university’s financial sustainability plan. The university has offered transition supports to affected employees.

    ctvnews.ca

  • Building construction investment in Saskatchewan rose 21.8% year-over-year in December 2025 while increasing 10.1% from November 2025. The province's real GDP increased by $2.5 billion to $83.6 billion in 2024.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $1.46M in funding for 10 organizations to aid in addressing and preventing gender-based violence. The funding will be dispersed in 2026 and 2027 and is being provided through the National Action Plan to End Gender-based Violence. Recipient community based organizations will use funds to develop tools to support outreach, programming and advocacy.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Saskatchewan Health Authority has added a robot-assisted surgical system at the Royal University Hospital (RUH) in Saskatoon. The new system was acquired with $150,000 from the RUH Foundation and supported by the provincial surgical robotics program which allocates $2M annually. The system aims to expand access to minimally invasive surgeries and enhance surgical capacity, with nearly 20 procedures completed since December 2025.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is funding 16 new second‑stage sober living treatment spaces in Regina with $863,000 in annual funding. The funding is intended to expand access to sober living treatment for adults completing initial addictions care, with services delivered by Pine Lodge Addiction Recovery and featuring structured day programming, vocational opportunities, and individualized supports.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2026-02-09 to 2026-09-13

  • Bell Canada is planning an AI data centre campus on 160 acres south of Regina. The project aims to support research, provincial AI development and protected industries, featuring multiple low‑rise data‑centre buildings, a SaskPower substation and a potential University of Regina partnership. Phase 1 includes an 8,500‑m² building targeted for 2026. The project is expected to create numerous construction and permanent technical jobs.

    cbc.ca
• Week of 2026-02-16 to 2026-02-20

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is providing nearly $6M in funding for 2025‑26 to expand the Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods (SCAN) enforcement initiative through the addition of 100 frontline officers province-wide. The funding aims to improve policing visibility and response. The Regina Police Service will receive $1.7M to recruit and retain about 27 officers, strengthening capacity and supporting faster response times.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The province of Saskatchewan added 15,000 jobs year-over-year with the unemployment rate at 5.3 per cent in January. Employment increases were driven by the addition of 19,600 full‑time positions, along with job growth in Regina and Saskatoon and sector gains led by health care and social assistance.

    westcentralonline.com
• Week of 2026-02-02 to 2026-02-06

  • Saskatchewan Polytechnic issued layoff notices to 23 full‑time and part‑time employees in early 2026. The institution says the measure aims to address ongoing revenue shortfalls linked to challenges in international and domestic student recruitment, with further workforce changes possible in the spring. These layoffs follow more than 100 job cuts made in 2025.

    moosejawtoday.com

  • The Canadian Human Rights Tribunal 41 has provided Red Pheasant Cree Nation with $25M in funding to create a new youth centre. The project aims to provide a space that supports youth and elders through cultural programming. It is expected to be completed in 2027.

    sasktoday.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is extending the Saskatchewan Secondary Suite Incentive for one year. The program provides 35% of construction costs, up to a maximum of $35K, for building secondary suites at an owner’s primary residence. The extension aims to increase the supply of secondary suite rentals in the province.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is providing nearly $238K to the Weyburn Police Service for 2025‑26 to continue funding two Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods (SCAN) officer positions. This funding is part of the nearly $6M SCAN enforcement initiative that looks to add around 100 frontline officers across the province.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The City of Weyburn has selected Colliers Project Leaders to manage its new nearly $450K aquatics facility project. The new facility will replace the closed Harry Church Indoor Pool Design work is expected by fall 2026, while construction will complete by fall 2029. The new facility is expected to open in 2030.

    sasktoday.ca

  • A new 4K sq. ft. dental clinic is being constructed in La Ronge. The building will also include two leasable commercial spaces. The project will expand dental services to meet the community’s demand. The clinic will hire an associate to support clinic operations and is expected to complete construction by the end of 2026.

    larongenow.com
• Week of 2026-02-09 to 2026-09-13

  • EarthEx Geophysical Solutions is advancing critical mineral exploration in Manitoba with $350,000 in external funding toward a $1.3 million project. The work aims to improve multi‑drone geophysical surveying and expand Indigenous workforce training, featuring partnerships with Saskatchewan Polytechnic and Red River College Polytechnic. The system is expected to be ready for field evaluation later this year.

    saskpolytech.ca
• Week of 2026-02-02 to 2026-02-06

  • Canadian Energy Metals Corp. is advancing work on a newly identified alumina deposit near Tisdale. Project Thor is estimated 6.8 billion tonnes and aims to develop a cleaner, less energy‑intensive production process. As part of the project, the company plans to design and engineer a demonstration plant in Tisdale.

    globalnews.ca
• Week of 2026-02-09 to 2026-09-13

  • North West College and the University of Regina are partnering to deliver a Bachelor of Education program launching in September 2026 in northwest Saskatchewan. The initiative expands access to teacher education, supporting rural and Indigenous learners with local delivery, a block transfer option, and training focused on community‑connected, culturally responsive preparation.

    paherald.sk.ca

  • A report by the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives outlines that Saskatchewan is lagging behind other provinces in expanding subsidized child-care spaces . As of the third quarter of 2025, Saskatchewan had created 6,915 spaces out of the 28,100-space target. Demand for child-care spaces in Saskatchewan is significant with 42% of children living in areas where there are only three spaces available per 10 children. The province signed a new five-year deal in November with the federal government to support $10-a-day child-care.

    panow.com

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is investing in the Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods (SCAN) enforcement initiative with nearly $6M in 2025‑26. The funding is intended to strengthen community safety by supporting the hiring of approximately 100 new frontline officers across the province, including $1.85 M for the Saskatoon Police Service to recruit and retain about 24 officers. The initiative focuses on improving policing capacity and response times in Saskatoon and enhancing support for local police services.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • Lotteries and Gaming Saskatchewan is providing around $329,000 in charitable gaming grants in the third quarter of 2025‑26. The funding supports more than 300 groups, such as charitable and nonprofit activities, with distributions across over 100 communities including Saskatoon, Regina and several regional areas. Grants are based on net revenue from licensed charitable gaming.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan, St. Paul’s Hospital and its Foundation reopened the hospital’s front entrance and the Kikâwînaw wîki Healing Centre in January 2026. The project was supported by $14M in government funding, $3.7M from the hospital and $600,000 from the foundation. The project improves accessibility, safety and cultural care, featuring expanded facilities and a new healing space.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization, is developing a Level 4 bio‑containment lab at the University of Saskatchewan with funding nearing $100M. The project aims to strengthen Canada’s capacity for vaccine production and infectious‑disease research, featuring a manufacturing facility, a Level 4 lab for 2027, and a new animal housing unit.

    ckom.com

  • Regina Public Schools and the Regina Food Bank are partnering to maximize the National School Food Program, which is receiving $320,000 this year. The effort strengthens existing school food initiatives and expands meal access, with additional schools joining in February and March.

    ckom.com
• Week of 2026-01-26 to 2026-01-30

  • The Saskatchewan Environmental Society and Citizens for Public Justice have lost their challenge against the Government of Saskatchewan to block the life extension of three coal-fired power plants to 2050. Two coal-fired plants near Estevan and the plant near Coronach, will continue operating for 20 years past the federal deadline to shutter them.

    cbc.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan will host the Saskatchewan Aerospace and Defence Forum on March 11, 2026. This event will feature industry tours, presentations, and exclusive networking opportunities designed to strengthen relationships, build capacity, and attract new investment to Saskatchewan’s expanding defence ecosystem. The event will be held at the World Trade Centre Saskatoon at Prairieland Park.

    investsk.ca

  • Toys R Us is preparing to close its retail stores in Saskatchewan, including its Saskatoon and Regina stores. The business is currently facing financial troubles and several lawsuits from suppliers. The closure date of the stores has yet to be announced.

    cbc.ca

  • Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) has announced they will close seven of their research operations across Canada, including two satellite research farms in Saskatchewan. According to AAFC, about 665 department positions have been reduced and nearly 1,050 employees received notices. The closure is part of the Government of Canada’s 2025 budget cuts. The closure date has yet to be confirmed.

    cbc.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan has announced 73 affordable housing units for Métis and First Nations Peoples are now open in Saskatoon. The project received funding from the Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan, and support from partners Camponi Housing Corporation, SaskNative Rentals and the City of Saskatoon.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • According to the Saskatchewan Ministry of Health, nine full-time medical radiation technologist (MRT) positions have been created outside of Saskatoon and Regina since January 2024. Four of these positions remain vacant, with recruiting efforts currently underway. There are also seven vacant part-time MRT positions in Regina, Saskatoon and the new mobile mammogram unit.

    cbc.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan will host the 5th Annual Saskatchewan Indigenous Business Gathering (IBG) on March 4, 2026. The event celebrates Indigenous entrepreneurship, innovation, and partnerships that drive economic growth across Saskatchewan. The event will be held at the World Trade Centre Saskatoon at Prairieland Park.

    investsk.ca

  • The City of Regina has distributed $1.1M in funding from the Government of Saskatchewan’s Provincial Approach to Homelessness to three community groups to improve warming spaces in the city. The funding supports the creation of the new Seven Fires Warming Shelter and expands the hours at Carmichael Outreach and All Nations Hope Network’s Awasiw space.

    regina.ca
• Week of 2026-01-19 to 2026-01-23

  • James Smith Cree Nation has broken ground on the Nicawicikanisihk Wellness project in Saskatchewan. The facility includes a wellness centre and a detox centre that will provide programs including holistic recovery and wellness. The Government of Canada previously announced $42.5M in funding for the project in November 2022. Construction will begin in March, and the centre will open in 2028.

    northeastnow.com

  • Innovation Saskatchewan has announced $2.4M in new funding for the Innovation & Science Fund, bringing total funding to $5.2M. The funds support emerging research in energy and mining, agriculture, life sciences and critical minerals through the launch of four new program streams. The expanded program will launch April 1, 2026.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Canada has announced a joint investment of $5.96M with the Government of Saskatchewan to the University of Regina for the construction of a Small Modular Reactor Safety, Licensing, and Testing centre. The new centre will support researchers and businesses to develop new nuclear technologies. The project is expected to create 18 direct jobs and support 10 small businesses.

    canada.ca

  • The Government of Canada has announced $11M in funding through the Universal Broadband Fund to support the development of four high-speed internet projects. These projects will expand high-speed internet to over 1.9K households across 28 rural and remote communities in Saskatchewan.

    canada.ca

  • Neoen, a Paris-headquartered renewable energy company, has announced the start of the Mino Giizis Solar Energy Facility project in the Rural Municipality of Lajord, southeast of Regina. Construction will begin in early 2027 and is expected to require 350 workers. The facility is expected to be operational in 2028 and will produce enough energy to power 30K family homes.

    thestarphoenix.com

  • The City of Weyburn is adopting a taxi bylaw to introduce licensing, inspections, and record checks. This bylaw is aimed at improving public safety and standardizing fares. It applies immediately to new operators but will give existing operators a grace period.

    discoverweyburn.com
• Week of 2026-01-12 to 2026-01-16

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is providing over $2M in grants to 80 road safety projects across 78 communities. The funding aims supports traffic safety improvements such as speed bumps, speed display signs, and emergency stop lights. Applications are open for the next round of funding focused on priorities like speeding, impaired driving, and intersection safety.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan are spending $9.7M to support crop research in Saskatchewan, in addition to $3.2M from 13 industry partners. The funding includes $7.2M for 39 new projects through the Agriculture Development Fund and $2.5M through the Strategic Research Initiative to study herbicide-resistant kochia and wild oats.

    canada.ca
• Week of 2026-01-19 to 2026-01-23

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $2.19M to nine industry-led research and development projects through the Saskatchewan Advantage Innovation Fund and Agtech Growth Fund. The funds will help new tech companies by reducing risk and accelerating commercialization of technologies.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2026-01-12 to 2026-01-16

  • Broadway Roastery is closing its Eighth Street location in Saskatoon on February 25 after 32 years in business. The decision came due to pandemic-related shifts in customer traffic and rising import costs for coffee beans. The owners are considering a smaller-scale venture in the future.

    thestarphoenix.com

  • The Town of Outlook has completed construction of a new fire hall in Outlook, Saskatchewan. The project started in October 2021 and was a joint effort between the town and the Rural Municipality of Rudy under the Outlook-Rudy Fire and Rescue partnership. The facility includes eight equipment bays, a mezzanine, a meeting room, and extra locker space for 17 fire department members.

    discovermoosejaw.com
• Week of 2026-01-19 to 2026-01-23

  • On January 1, 2026, the Government of Saskatchewan implemented changes to its employment standards to help protect hospitality workers. The new rules block employers from withholding or deducting tips from employees’ wages to support servers that rely on them.

    sasktoday.ca
• Week of 2026-01-12 to 2026-01-16

  • All Nations Hope Network has begun building a two-story, 30,000-square-foot facility in Regina with $13M from the Government of Canada and the National Indigenous Collaborative Housing Inc. The facility will merge the network’s existing operations and offer a warming shelter, pharmacy, doctor’s office, and ceremony rooms. Construction of phase one is set for completion in October.

    sasktoday.ca

  • Rogers is launching a $50 million Screen Break initiative over the next five years. The initiative aims to address excessive screen use among young Canadians through grants to community groups and programs led by professional athletes. The initiative will also support new research into the topic.

    cbc.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is awarding aodbt architecture and interior design a contract to design a new replacement school in Pinehouse. The project aims to create modern learning spaces and expand child‑care capacity. Construction of the project is expected to complete in 2028.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • Peavey Mart, a Canadian retail chain, is opening stores in Assiniboia and Yorkton in March 2026 as part of its return to Saskatchewan. The farm goods retailer closed all its stores in early 2025 as part of the creditor protection process. Both locations are looking to hire for store operations.

    cjme.com
• Week of 2026-01-19 to 2026-01-23

  • The City of Weyburn is opening applications for summer job opportunities. These seasonal positions will support the maintenance of parks and green space, with roles across parks, the outdoor pool, cash handling, Mobile Play Park programming, museum tour coordination, and work in transportation or utilities.

    discoverweyburn.com
• Week of 2026-01-12 to 2026-01-16

  • Sandvik is spending $51M to build a 51,000-sq.-ft. mechanical cutting and parts facility in Saskatoon. Construction is expected to begin in February 2026, with operations starting in the fourth quarter of 2026. The facility is expected to support the province’s growing mining sector.

    globalminingreview.com

  • Ahtahkakoop Cree Developments Medical Holdings LP is redeveloping Pleasant Hill School into a $25M-27M wellness centre, expected to open in fall 2026. The project will deliver medical imaging, a pharmacy, an Elders program, and training partnerships. Total site investment is expected to reach about $50M.

    cbc.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is spending $28.5M this year through the 2025–26 Relocatable Classroom Program to add 39 new classrooms and move two existing ones in several communities. The program aims to address space pressures and support enrolment growth. Classrooms will be installed over the summer and ready for the 2026–27 school year.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2026-01-05 to 2026-01-09

  • The Government of Canada is calling for proposals to support workplace improvement projects with up to $16.5M in funding. The initiative aims to create safer, more inclusive and equitable federally regulated workplaces, through the Workplace Opportunities: Removing Barriers to Equity program and the Workplace Harassment and Violence Prevention Fund. Applicants will receive up to $500K per year.

    canada.ca

  • Whitecap Dakota First Nation has opened Phase 1 of its expansion project at the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority operated Dakota Dunes Casino. The project adds 11.5K sq. ft. of gaming space and 350 additional machines to enhance customer offerings. The expansion has created 30 new jobs, bringing total casino employment to 373.

    panow.com

  • Denison Mines Corp. has announced that its Phoenix In-Situ Recovery uranium project at Wheeler River is now ready to begin construction. Final regulatory approval is expected in early 2026, and construction will begin soon afterwards. The project is expected to complete construction and begin production in mid-2028.

    yahoo.com

  • The Government of Saskatchewan has provided $2.3M for over 40 projects through the School Playground Grant launched this fall. The program supports parent‑led efforts to build or upgrade playgrounds with $50K per project in partnership with the Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association. The current application period ends in February. The province will invest $3.75M annually for four years.

    swiftcurrentonline.com

  • Southeast College has announced a new third-class power engineering program launching in fall 2026 aimed at addressing regional energy‑sector demand. The college has also confirmed fourth‑class offerings through 2027, and an upcoming expansion of digital skills training to Weyburn. Additional updates to its Adult Basic Education are also planned.

    discoverestevan.com

  • IHOP is establishing a dual‑branded restaurant with Applebee’s in Regina. The opening will introduce IHOP’s first location in Saskatchewan while bringing Applebee’s back to the city. An opening date has yet to be announced. IHOP has also indicated plans for further expansion within the province.

    sasktoday.ca
• Week of 2025-12-15 to 2026-01-02

  • Nutrien Ltd. plans to strengthen potash exports and improve global competitiveness, aiming to increase shipments as much as six metric tonnes in 2026 to 74 to 77 metric tonnes. Potash remains a key driver of Saskatchewan’s economy, but supply chain issues are a challenge for Canadian competitiveness.

    thestarphoenix.com

  • The Saskatchewan Health Authority is introducing a new mobile mammography unit on January 5th, 2026, with over $2 million in funding from the Cancer Foundation of Saskatchewan and the Kinsmen Foundation, plus $148,000 from the Government of Saskatchewan. The new unit is expected to provide enhanced breast cancer screening for 42 rural and northern communities, screening up to 7,500 patients annually.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Canadian Red Cross is providing $2,000 in financial support to businesses and non-profits affected by Saskatchewan’s 2025 wildfires, funded through a $15 million commitment from the Government of Saskatchewan. The program aims to help cover urgent expenses such as clean-up costs, insurance deductibles, and inventory storage or relocation. Applications for funding will be accepted through March 27, 2026.

    cjme.com

  • According to Statistics Canada, wholesale trade in the province was up 12% to $4 billion in October 2025 compared to October 2024, the highest increase among all Canadian provinces. Saskatchewan had the second highest GDP growth among the provinces over the same period, up 3.1% to $83.6 billion.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • Aero Energy Ltd is raised up to $5 million through a private placement to fund uranium exploration in Saskatchewan and Nevada.

    investingnews.com
• Week of 2025-12-08 to 2025-12-12

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is expanded the Rural and Remote Recruitment Incentive (RRRI) program to Edam, Battleford, and Hudson Bay. The program offers up to $50,000 for a three-year return-in-service to new full-time employees in nine high-priority health roles. The program is now available is 73 communities in the province and has helped fill over 500 positions since the program began.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan and Thomas Circle of Care will open a new community respite program in Regina. The program aims to provide short-term emergency care for children under 12 and help families manage crises safely and effectively, featuring a respite home anticipated to open in January 2026 and ongoing outreach to connect families with community resources.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • Mosaic, a mining company, is providing $4M in total funding to three post-secondary institutions to develop talent and expand career opportunities in the industry. Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Suncrest College, and the Good Spirit School division will all receive funding to build and improve facilities. Additionally, the Potash Mining Readiness Program will re-launch in February 2026 with updated curriculum for Indigenous learners.

    discoverhumboldt.com

  • According to Statistics Canada data, Saskatchewan had the second-lowest unemployement rate in Canada in November at 5.6%, below the national average of 6.5%. There was strong job growth in health care and social assistance, building, business and other services, and agriculture compared to November 2024.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Salvation Army and the City of Prince Albert are reopening The Meeting Place, an overnight warm-up centre, with $260,000 in funding from the Government of Saskatchewan. The centre will operate seven nights a week from December 15, 2025, to April 2026 . Its aims to provide a safe, warm space for individuals during winter, featuring trained staff who offer security, assistance, and connections to additional resources.

    citypa.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is allocating $2.4B for 2025-26, up 8.4% or $186.4 million to ease classroom pressures through 50 new specialized support classrooms and funding for complexity teachers. The Saskatoon Public Schools cut 80 temporary educational assistant contracts in spring 2025 after missing federal Jordan’s Principle funding.

    thestarphoenix.com
• Week of 2025-12-15 to 2026-01-02

  • The Government of Canada is providing $670,000 to five performing arts and tourism organizations in Saskatchewan. Projects include a French-language theatre audience growth strategy, upgrades to bring year-round tourism to a rural resort, enhancements to a Cree Nation historic site, an outdoor art and cultural garden, and a lakeside music festival expansion. Combined, approximately 17 new jobs are expected to be created from these initiatives.

    canada.ca
• Week of 2025-12-01 to 2025-12-05

  • The Government of Canada is providing $671,561 to five Saskatchewan projects through the Prairies Performing Arts Initiative and the Tourism Growth Program to strengthen performing arts and tourism, creating approcimately 14 new jobs. The funding will help marketing, infrastructure upgrades, and improving accessibility.

    canada.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan and YWCA Regina are developing a new $430,000, 12-space semi-independent living program in Regina. The program aims to help young people receiving child welfare services transition to independent living, featuring housing, 24-hour mentorship, life skills development, and community connections. The program will start in January 2026, and the government will provide annualized funding of $865,000 for ongoing operations.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan opened the new, fully renovated K-12 school in Kelvington. The $5.9 million project consolidated Robert Melrose Elementary School into Kelvington High School and upgraded the facility.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is allocating over $437,000 from crime proceeds to the Saskatoon Police and EGADZ for technology and transportation upgrades, including $300,000 for encrypted video equipment and $86,000 for biometric monitoring.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-11-24 to 2025-11-28

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is proclaiming November 24–30 as Manufacturing Week to highlight the sector’s role in economic growth, innovation, and community prosperity, featuring events like Manuquest for students and a Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters' (CME) panel on tariffs, plus support through the Saskatchewan Aerospace and Defence Forum on March 11, 2026.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $250,000 to Saskatoon Crisis Intervention Services for its Intensive Community Support Program, which offers wraparound care to 80 adults with mental illness and substance use needs. The program works with the Saskatchewan Health Authority to improve health, secure housing, and connect clients to supports, including help with medication and daily tasks.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • NexGen Energy has entered the final regulatory approval process for its Rook 1 project in the Athabasca Basin. The project is expected to be one of the largest uranium mines in northern Saskatchewan, producing up to 30 million pounds of uranium annually — 25% of the global supply — and generating $17B in economic growth over the first 11 years. The second step of the process will begin in February.

    thestarphoenix.com

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is launching the Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) Investment Tax Credit, a new program designed to help Saskatchewan businesses attract investment and expand operations. The three-year pilot program offers a 45% non-refundable tax credit to eligible businesses operating in food and beverage manufacturing or machinery and transportation equipment manufacturing.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • Manitobah, an Indigenous-rooted footwear brand, recently opened a permanent store in Saskatoon’s Midtown mall. The company currently has seven stores open for the season, including five pop-ups and two permanent locations in Saskatoon and Winnipeg.

    retail-insider.com

  • The Village of Air Ronge has officially opened a new $15.8M bridge across the Montreal River. Demolition of the closed existing bridge is slated to start later this month, with work crews expected to remain on site until late January 2026.

    larongenow.com

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $200K annually to Caring Hearts to expand grief and trauma counselling services. Based in Regina, Caring Hearts offers specialized support services like counselling, support groups, healing circles, kids camps, and support for communities coping with tragedies such as homicides, suicides, and workplace deaths.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is allocating $45,000 through the Criminal Property Forfeiture Fund to the West Central Crisis and Family Support Centre in Kindersley. The funding will go towards developing a safe interview room to support victims of sexual and gender-based crime.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • Women Entrepreneurs of Saskatchewan is launching a free program to help business owners and entrepreneurs in navigating legal challenges. The initiative will offer accessible legal information through webinars and online resources over the next 18 months. Topics will include business structures, contracts, intellectual property, employment law, and buying or selling a business.

    discovermoosejaw.com

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is providing an additional $20M over three years to the expand homelessness prevention and support services under the Provincial Approach to Homelessness (PATH). The funding will also help create up to 40 new emergency shelter spaces and 60 new supportive housing spaces.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-11-17 to 2025-11-21

  • Enbridge has applied for development permits from the Rural Municipality of Weyburn and Griffin for its proposed Seven Starts wind energy project. Although the project would require over $500M in capital investments, it is expected to deliver over $100M in economic benefits over 30 years. The projected benefits include municipal tax revenue, landowner lease payments, and a community fund.

    sasktoday.ca

  • BMI Group, an Ontario-based development company, recently purchased the defunct Weyerhauser Prince Albert Pulp and Paper Mill, which closed in 2006. Although BMI confirmed that the site will not return to pulp production, an oriented strand board (OSB) manufacturing plant may be built on the land — potentially creating 120 direct jobs and another 120 indirect jobs in harvesting and hauling wood.

    cbc.ca

  • Foran Mining Corporation has reported substantial progress at its McIlvenna Bay project in Saskatchewan. As of October 2025, construction is 72% complete and the project remains on track for commercial production in mid-2026. The company currently employs about 800 people on site.

    foranmining.com

  • Inspiration Energy Corp., a precious and base metal exploration company, has received a drill permit for the Rottenstone North Gold Project in northern Saskatchewan. The drilling program is slated to start in early 2026 and will test for several gold and copper targets along the eastern property boundary.

    energy

  • The Town of Rocanville is preparing to hold a grand opening for a new eco-centre located at the town’s transfer station. The facility will serve as a recycling site for used oil and will be accessible to everyone within the region. While the eco centre is still being set up, the grand opening is expected to take place within the coming weeks.

    pentictonherald.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan has signed contracts with 19 Nurse Practitioners (NP) through the Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Contract Program, in an effort to expand patient access to primary care. The initiative aims to contract up to 30 NPs, ensuring residents will have a primary health care provider by 2028. NPs will be able to provide advanced assessments, diagnose treat illness, and refer patients to specialists among other services.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • Three local business owners have received $5,000 grants from the Prince Albert and District Chamber of Commerce and the Government of Saskatchewan. The initiative aims to support early-stage entrepreneurs in expanding their businesses. In addition to the grants, the three businesses will also receive a one-year Chamber membership and access to business development resources.

    cbc.ca

  • Carlton Trail College is offering a tuition-free Applied Certificate Carpentry program at the Humboldt campus starting January 2026. The program will provide hands-on training and cover skills such as blueprint reading, foundation work, framing, scaffolding, and safety procedures. Graduates will be ready for entry-level positions in the construction industry.

    sasktoday.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan has revised the craft production levy structure, effective November 1, 2025. The qualification limit for craft producers has increased from 3,500 hectolitres to 30,000 hectolitres and the levy rates have been adjusted to reflect this increase. Self-distributing craft producers must remit production levies to the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $7.8M in 2025-26 through the Municipal Police Grants program to support policing and community safety initiatives in Saskatoon. The funding will support 54 police positions, allowing the city to tackle evolving public safety challenges. Specialized programs to be funded include teams addressing mental health crises, child exploitation, and trafficking.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $54,000 to the Prince Albert Police Service to purchase new communications equipment for the Emergency Response and Crisis Negotiation Team. An equal amount will also be allocated to the provincial Victims' Fund to support victims of crime and community programming.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Okanese First Nation has opened a new water treatment plant. The new facility features advanced filtration and treatment technologies, ensuring safe and clean drinking water for the community. The initial $11.8M federal funding, which was received when construction began in February 2024, will also support training for water treatment operators over the next three years.

    canada.ca

  • Lotteries and Gaming Saskatchewan (LGS) is providing nearly $2.2 million in charitable gaming grants in the second quarter of 2025-26 to benefit more than 1,000 groups and organizations across Saskatchewan. The grants aim to support charitable and non-profit organizations involved in activities such as arts, culture, sport, hospital foundations, and service clubs, including funding for groups in over 200 communities, including $490,000 for Saskatoon, $370,000 for Regina, and additional amounts for regions.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $656,000 through the Municipal Police Grants program to the City of Estevan in 2025-26, including a contribution from Saskatchewan Government Insurance (SGI). This supports five police positions within the Estevan Police Service to strengthen community safety. SGI will contribute $180,000 to fund one of the CTSS positions.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is investing $357,000 through the Municipal Police Grants program in 2025-26 to support policing in the City of Yorkton. This supports three RCMP positions for targeted policing initiatives, including the Police and Crisis Team (PACT) that pairs an officer with a mental health professional to respond to mental health crisis calls.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $418,000 through the Municipal Police Grants program to the City of Weyburn in 2025-26, including a contribution from Saskatchewan Government Insurance (SGI). This supports three police positions within the Weyburn Police Services. Funding for the CTSS program includes $180,000 from SGI to support one of the two positions.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Kitsaki Hall in La Ronge is receiving $800K through the federal government’s $51B Build Communities Strong Fund. The funding will help support either a major renovation or complete replacement of the building. The town is currently working on a plan, but no timeline or start date has been decided.

    larongenow.com

  • SaskPower is planning to replace its old power station near Meadow Lake with a new 55-megawatt natural gas facility. The proposed plant will utilize reciprocating internal combustion engine technology to allow for quicker construction and flexible, on-demand power generation. The existing plant will continue operating until the new facility is completed, possibly by the end of 2029.

    meadowlakenow.com

  • The federal government is allocating $22.5M to 10 Canadian projects supporting veterans at risk of homelessness. The Royal Canadian Legion Saskatchewan Command will receive $800K of the fund, which will be allotted over four years to provide addiction treatment, rental support, and therapy services to veterans.

    cbc.ca

  • The federal government is providing $38.3M to the City of Saskatoon to build 120 new rental homes. The townhome development will be geared towards families, with two- and three-bedroom units available. The funding is part of the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation’s Apartment Construction Loan Program, which provides rental construction developers with low-interest loans.

    globalnews.ca
• Week of 2025-11-10 to 2025-11-14

  •  The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $833,000 to the City of Meadow Lake through the Municipal Police Grants program in 2025-26. The funding will support seven existing RCMP officer positions for enhanced community policing, including initiatives that aim to maintain safety in Meadow Lake and its surrounding region.

    saskatchewan.ca

  •  The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $833,000 in 2025-26 through the Municipal Police Grants program to support policing in North Battleford. The funding will maintain seven RCMP positions focused on proactive, community-based initiatives, including neighbourhood policing, public education, and the Police and Crisis Team (PACT).

    saskatchewan.ca

  •  The Government of Saskatchewan and Saskatchewan Government Insurance (SGI) are providing $3.69M to Prince Albert in 2025-26 through the Municipal Police Grant program to fund 26 police positions. The grant supports initiatives such as mental health crisis response, crime reduction, missing persons, trafficking enforcement, child exploitation investigations, and traffic safety.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan and Saskatchewan Government Insurance (SGI) are providing $6.8M to Regina in 2025-26 through the Municipal Police Grants program for 49 police positions. The funding will support initiatives like child exploitation investigations, crime reduction, trafficking response, missing persons, crisis teams, and traffic safety.

    saskatchewan.ca

  •  The Government of Saskatchewan recently opened the first section of its Saskatoon City Hospital acute care expansion, adding 40 of the 109 anticipated beds. Over 500 staff will be hired to support the new capacity, once completed.

    saskatchewan.ca

  •  The Government of Saskatchewan and Saskatchewan Government Insurance (SGI) are providing $836,000 in 2025–26 to support six policing positions in Moose Jaw through the Municipal Police Grants program. The funding will support two Police and Crisis Team (PACT) positions and four Combined Traffic Services Saskatchewan (CTSS) positions. PACT addresses mental health crises, while CTSS focuses on road safety enforcement.

    saskatchewan.ca

  •  The Government of Saskatchewan introduced the Mineral Resources Amendment Act, 2025, to support mining projects and increase the value of mineral resources. The legislation provides access to more underground mineral resources and is expected to protect mineral owners. Saskatchewan expects over $7B in mining investment in 2025.

    saskatchewan.ca

  •  The real gross domestic product (GDP) in Saskatchewan increased 3.1 per cent from 2023 to 2024 to $83.6B, the second highest growth rate among the provinces. The construction sector led the growth, increasing 9.8% compared to 2023, followed by agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (7.7%), mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (4.6%), and health care and social assistance (4.8%).

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $56,500 to the Estevan Police Service to build and furnish a child and youth interview room. An equal amount is also being allocated to the provincial Victims' Fund to support victims of crime and community programming.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-11-03 to 2025-11-07

  • BMI Group is repurposing the former Prince Albert Pulp Incorporated mill, which has been closed since 2006. The initiative aims to transform the 930-hectare site into a multi-tenant industrial hub, leveraging its existing infrastructure including rail access and 130 megawatts of power. The goal is to attract businesses in sectors such as critical minerals and grain processing, and collaborate with local communities, Indigenous leaders, and municipal government.

    thestarphoenix.com

  • Star Diamond Corp., a mining company based in Saskatoon, is conducting a feasibility study for their deposits in the Fort à la Corne provincial forest, northeast of Saskatoon.

    thestarphoenix.com

  • The Government of Saskatchewan opened the new Lanigan school on November 4. The $28.3 million K-12 school can accommodate up to 450 students.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is providing approximately $250 million in additional operating funding to the province’s post-secondary institutions through a new multi-year funding agreement. The initiative aims to ensure predictable annual increases in operating grants, support student affordability by capping tuition hikes between zero and three per cent and simplify accountability reporting.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-10-27 to 2025-10-31

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is investing over $1.5 million into the Mitacs educational program this year, a $430,000 increase from the previous year. The funding supports up to 300 research and development internships for students and post-doctoral fellows, with the goal of providing industry experience, expanding professional networks, and developing skills for high-quality jobs. The program features partnerships with organizations such as the First Nations Power Authority and the Petroleum Technology Research Centre.

    ctvnews.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is amending The Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods (SCAN) Act to expand the SCAN Unit’s authority over nuisance properties, effective November 1, 2025. The goal is to improve community safety by enabling court applications for rehabilitation or forfeiture orders, including graffiti and stolen property trafficking. The initiative includes $2.7M for 14 new SCAN personnel, part of a broader $17.1M investment in public safety.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC) reported a $657M economic impact in its last fiscal year, including $92M generated by creating or maintaining 1,447 jobs.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-10-20 to 2025-10-24

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is offering three grant programs to support Indigenous communities, providing a total of $800,000 in funding through the First Nations and Métis Community Partnership Project, First Nations and Métis Sponsorships, and the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls+ (MMIWG+) Community Response Fund. The MMIWG+ Community Response Fund and First Nations and Métis Community Partnership Projects grants are open until November 14.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is creating four new nuclear research chair positions at post-secondary institutions. The new $6.3 million initiative will establish one new position in each of The University of Saskatchewan, The University of Regina, Saskatchewan Polytechnic and First Nations University of Canada.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • Creighton School Division is joining the Government of Saskatchewan’s Mental Health Capacity Building program with $4.6 million in funding for the 2025–26 school year. The initiative aims to support student mental health and wellbeing, featuring staffing and services across 20 school divisions, including Creighton and Denare Beach.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-10-27 to 2025-10-31

  • According to the Government of Saskatchewan’s recent Small Business Profile, there was a 4.9 per cent increase in small businesses from 2014 to 2024, totalling 154,278 in 2024. The province now has 124 small businesses per 1,000 people, the second highest rate in Canada. These businesses, defined as having fewer than 50 employees, represent 98.8 per cent of all businesses in Saskatchewan, employ over 30 per cent of the workforce, and contribute nearly $7.8 billion in wages and salaries.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-10-20 to 2025-10-24

  • The Government of Saskatchewan released its Saskatchewan First Energy Security Strategy and Supply Plan. The plan outlines the long-term goals to ensure adequate power supply to the province, including the commitment to small modular reactors and extending the life of coal-fired power plants to 2050.

    ctvnews.ca

  • Saskatchewan led all provinces with a 6.9% rise in building construction investment in August 2025. Year-over-year growth reached 14.9%. Real GDP hit $80.5B in 2024, up 3.4%. Private capital investment rose 17.3% to $14.7B and is projected to reach $16.2B in 2025. No job data was provided.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan began the final phase of the $147 million upgrade to Highway 5. Work began in September and is expected to be completed by the end of 2027.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan has launched a two-year pilot program to expand glaucoma care services. The Glaucoma Care Pilot Program allows optometrists to provide treatments that were previously covered only when administered by ophthalmologists, improving access for patients in rural and remote areas. The program began on October 1.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-11-03 to 2025-11-07

  • The Government of Canada is allocating $69.5 million to Saskatchewan in 2025–26 through the Canada Community-Building Fund. The funding is expected to support strategic infrastructure investments across 19 project categories, including public transit, water systems, roads, bridges, and recreational facilities. Projects include the rehabilitation of the Circle Drive North Bridge in Saskatoon and upgrades to an outdoor skating rink in Jans Bay, with goals to promote housing support and community well-being.

    canada.ca
• Week of 2025-10-27 to 2025-10-31

  • The City of Regina is making select crosswalks more accessible in partnership with the Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB). The PedApp allows residents to activate signals via mobile device, announces intersections, gives real-time crossing updates, and uses sound and vibration for accessibility. Available at nine intersections on Victoria Avenue, with plans for a phased expansion.

    regina.ca
• Week of 2025-10-13 to 2025-10-17

  • Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) is providing 31 temporary housing units for residents of Denare Beach displaced by wildfires earlier this year. Debris cleanup on 218 affected lots is nearly complete.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is leading a trade mission to Mexico, to strengthen trade, research, and investment ties. The initiative aims to support Saskatchewan’s agriculture sector. In 2024, Mexico was Saskatchewan’s sixth largest trading partner, including $592 million in agri-food exports.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan, and other partners, recently opened two affordable housing projects in Prince Albert. The new buildings provide living spaces for 13 households. The total cost was over $4.5 million.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • Saskatchewan Polytechnic closed campus bookstores in Moose Jaw and Prince Albert on Oct. 10 due to declining international student enrolment and financial strain. Students must now buy materials online, though leadership acknowledges limitations. The number of affected employees was not disclosed.

    moosejawtoday.com

  • Saskatchewan producers have harvested 93% of crops as of October 6, 2025, nearing the five-year average. Progress varies by region, with west-central leading at 96%. Most cereals and pulses are complete; chickpeas and some oilseeds remain. Yields and wheat quality are above historical averages.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-10-06 to 2025-10-10

  • The Kahkewistahaw First Nation and the Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies (SIIT) are partnered to launch a 12-week automotive training course in Broadview on September 26. The Fundamentals of Automotive Service Technician course, which ends on December 5, will provide graduates with 360 hours towards their apprenticeship.

    sasktoday.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is opening a second primary health-care clinic, Broadway Primary Health Care Clinic, in Yorkton on October 14. The government will also provide an extra $559,000 for new positions to support the two clinics, including a registered nurse, a dietician, health-care counsellor, pharmacist, and clinic assistant.

    sasktoday.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan recently signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KADIN Indonesia) to increase cooperation and partnerships in agri-food processing, value-added agriculture, agri-food innovation and technology. Saskatchewan exported $868.9 million to Indonesia in 2024.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • Great Western Brewing Co. is spending $25 million to expand its brewery in Saskatoon. The company will build a new 11,000 sq. ft. brewhouse that will produce up to 449,000 cans of beer per day. The new facility is expected to be fully operational in early 2026, and create new opportunities for employment, training, and collaboration with the local hospitality sector.

    sasktoday.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan opened the new awâsisak kâ-nîmîhtocik St. Francis School in Saskatoon on October 3. The new school will seat 700 students from pre-k to grade 9 and include 70 spaces for a Saskatoon Tribal Council early learning centre.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The provincial government will allow licensed hunters to hunt anterless elk in southern Saskatchewan from November 20 to 27 to address concerns about elk damage to agricultural products.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • Peavy Mart, a Canadian chain of agricultural supply stores, plans to open 12 new stores in Alberta and Saskatchewan. Earlier this year, the company closed all 90 of its stores across Canada. Four new stores are scheduled to open in Alberta in late fall, followed by new locations in Saskatchewan.

    leaderpost.com
• Week of 2025-09-29 to 2025-10-03

  • The Water Security Agency (WSA) completed three infrastructure projects around Rafferty Dam in Bienfait, with over $15M in funding this summer to improve water safety and supply. Over $10M went to spillway repairs and drainage upgrades. $2.5M upgraded a diversion channel control structure, and $2.5M improved Rafferty Road. WSA is spending $38M in 2025-26 to support 60 key water infrastructure projects.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is signing a Memorandum of Understanding with the Thai Cement Manufacturers Association to increase technical expertise, capacity building, and knowledge sharing in mutually beneficial areas. The agreement focuses on energy and low carbon technologies, creating a framework for pilot and demonstration projects in Thailand.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • Starbucks recently announced its intention to close hundreds of stores and lay off employees in both Canada and the United States. While the company did not provide specific details on Canadian store closures, they have said they will offer transfers to employees to nearby locations where feasible. In addition to store closures, Starbucks will lay off around 900 corporate employees and will not fill certain open positions in Canada and the U.S.

    dailyhive.com
• Week of 2025-09-22 to 2025-09-26

  • The Governmnet of Saskatchewan began construction on the $1.8M upgrade at Saskatchewan Landing Provincial Park. Work includes enhancements on the boat launch, Bear Paw Campground and sections on Highway 261. The project is expected to be completed by the end of October.

    swiftcurrentonline.com

  • The construction sector in Saskatchewan contributed 7.1% to the GDP in 2024. In June 2025, 51,300 people were employed in the province's construction sector, an increase of 8,000 jobs in the first half of the year, compared to 42,700 in 2024.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-09-29 to 2025-10-03

  • The Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW) Saskatchewan Council is offering the 2025 New Beginnings Grant. The $5,000 grant aims to support one Saskatchewan woman in returning to school and advancing her career, featuring coverage for tuition, books, program fees, or other education-related costs. Administered province-wide, the initiative includes applicants from all communities and is open to women aged 21 and older who have been accepted into an educational program.

    moosejawtoday.com

  • The Government of Canada is providing $500,000 through the Workplace Opportunities: Removing Barriers to Equity (WORBE) program to support a project by Trucking HR Canada. The initiative aims to identify and address barriers faced by women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and visible minorities in the trucking industry, with the goal of expanding employment opportunities for under-represented groups

    westcentralonline.com
• Week of 2025-09-22 to 2025-09-26

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is conducting a trade mission to Southeast Asia in September. The initiative aims to strengthen trade ties in agriculture, mining, and energy, while expanding market access for provincial exporters. Saskatchewan has established five trade and investment offices in the region, with exports to Asia totalling $10B in 2024, including $868.9M to Indonesia, $285.7M to Malaysia, and $128.6M to Thailand.

    ckom.com

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is providing an additional $3M in annual funding to drop-in homelessness services in Sasaktoon.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • EMP Metals began construction on Project Aurora, the new lithium demonstartion plant in Stoughton. The facility is expected to begin operation by the first quarter of 2026. Once operational, the facility will produce up to 12,000 tonnes of lithium carbonate annually over its projected 25-year lifespan.

    westcentralonline.com

  • The Government of Saskatchewan recently opened the $7.5B, 312-bed expansion of the Saskatoon Correctional Centre (SCC). The new facility includes a medical unit and clinic, additional programming space, upgraded video court suites and kitchen.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-09-15 to 2025-09-19

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $100,000 towards the Short Line Railway Pilot Safety Project. The short line Wheatland Rail will install and test a flashing LED railway crossing sign and broken rail detection system, a first-time technology for railway crossings in the province. The system will be installed by the end of September and the pilot project will be completed in September 2026.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $60,000 to Startup TNT to support early-stage companies by providing access to angel investors and early-stage venture capital.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-09-29 to 2025-10-03

  • K+S Potash Canada recently began construction on the Bethune mine expansion, part of it's multi-decade “Ramp-Up” program. The initiative aims to nearly double annual production to four million tonnes, featuring the expansion of the mine’s compaction facility. The project supports long-term infrastructure and operational needs, including engagement with local and Indigenous communities through career opportunities, procurement, and investment.

    moosejawtoday.com
• Week of 2025-09-15 to 2025-09-19

  • The Government of Saskatchewan and University of Saskatchewan's College of Medicine are expanding physician training opportunities by adding two new residency training seats in Melfort for the 2026 Canadian Residency Match System (CaRMS). The new residency seats launch training in July 2026.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $250,000 to support suicide prevention initiatives. The funding will support 25 grants, each up to $10,000. The Suicide Prevention Grant Program encourages suicide prevention, increasing awareness of resources, reducing stigma and promoting healthy lifestyles.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $3.75M annually over the next four years to support outdoor play spaces. Eligible projects can receive up to $50,000 to build a new playground under the School Playground Equipment Grant program.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan's Critical Minerals Processing Investment Incentive (CMPII) will support Foran Mining Corporation's (Foran) McIlvenna Bay mine in Creighton, with commercial production of copper and zinc concentrates starting in mid-2026. The McIlvenna Bay project's total capital investment is $1B and is expected to produce 4,900 tonnes of minerals per day over it's 18-year lifespan.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • According to Statistics Canada, Saskatchewan added 16,500 full-time jobs in August and had the lowest unemployment rate among provinces at 4.7%.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-09-08 to 2025-09-12

  • The City of La Ronge has awarded Associated Engineering a $1.24M contract for the engineering phase in the Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) upgrade project. The total cost of the project is estimated to be $12.9M and is expected to be competed by April 2028.

    sasktoday.ca

  • The Prairie Dog magazine in Regina and Planet S in Saskatoon will be shutting down at the end of September, facing difficulties related to finances, advertising, and the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite a high demand for publications in the 2000s, by 2025, they were reduced to three staff members and one contractor across both magazines.

    thestarphoenix.com

  • Saskatoon's urgent care centre is 25% complete and is on track to be finished in the spring of 2026. Designed to be an alternative to emergency departments, the centre will have a multidisciplinary team focused on assessing, treating, managing, and supporting patients with illnesses and injuries that are not life-threatening.

    thestarphoenix.com

  • To support classroom complexity, about 500 new teaching positions are being introduced in schools across Saskatchewan. Schools with over 150 students will receive one full-time teacher to offer additional assistance to students with complex needs. The Government of Saskatchewan is also providing $20M for supplementary supports.

    cbc.ca
• Week of 2025-09-01 to 2025-09-05

  • The City of Saskatoon has approved a new fire station in Dundonald Park. Construction will start in the fall of 2026 and the fire station is expected to complete by late 2027 or early 2028.

    ckom.com
• Week of 2025-09-08 to 2025-09-12

  • The Lake Country Co-op Leisure Centre in Prince Albert is now open to the public. The $118M sports complex includes two arenas, an eight-lane lap pool, and a wave pool. Funded by all three levels of government, the project's costs nearly doubled from the initial $60M estimate, largely due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and inflation.

    cbc.ca

  • Cameco Corporation and Orano Canada Inc. have signed a new 15-year agreement worth approximately $500M with Rise Air, an Indigenous-owned airline, for workforce transportation services in northern Saskatchewan. The partnership will enable Rise Air to enhance its fleet and invest in pilot training, generating new job opportunities in the region.

    ckom.com
• Week of 2025-09-01 to 2025-09-05

  • In southwestern Saskatchewan, grain farmers are calling for changes to crop insurance after enduring their ninth consecutive year of drought. They believe that recent improvements to AgriStability will not help due to their low reference margins. Earlier this year, several RM’s in the southwestern part of the province declared states of emergency due to draught conditions.

    producer.com

  • Saskatchewan Agriculture's weekly Crop Report for the period ending August 25 indicates that harvest has begun, with 12% of the province’s crop combined, which is lower than both the five- and ten-year averages.

    ckom.com

  • The Government of Canada and Government of Saskatchewan are providing $1M to build four affordable housing units in Swift Current for individuals with brain injuries and seniors experiencing homelessness. The units will be available and occupied by September.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-09-08 to 2025-09-12

  • Legacy Co-op is building a new travel centre in Yorkton. The $18.5M project will include a lounge, showers, a 6,400 sq. ft. convenience store and plenty of truck/RV parking spaces. Construction is expected to be completed by late 2026 or early 2027.

    ctvnews.ca

  • Saskatoon's Awâsisak kâ-nîmîhtocik St. Francis Cree School has reopened this fall in Saskatoon to almost 600 students at the new building. The $48M construction includes cultural spaces for Indigenous teachings and a wellness centre.

    cbc.ca
• Week of 2025-09-01 to 2025-09-05

  • The Governments of Saskatchewan and Canada are spending $10.8M to expand early learning and child care by creating 540 new spaces at Saskatchewan Polytechnic campuses and Northlands College. These spaces will offer on-campus child care for students, faculty, and staff, while also serving as training sites for students pursuing careers in early childhood education.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is assisting livestock producers through the Crown Grazing Lease Rental Reduction Program, which is available for those who have reduced their grazing livestock by 20% or more due to dry conditions. Applications will be accepted until October 31, 2025.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-08-25 to 2025-08-29

  • The Government of Canada is providing $470,000 over two years to support the opening of the Moose Jaw Little Oak Child and Youth Justice Centre and to expand the Victim Services Responder program. The funding will help create safe spaces for children and youth who are victims of abuse.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing $33M in new resources to support the George Gordon First Nation in building the Wicehtowak Solar Project near Regina. Once complete, the project will sell electricity indirectly to K+S Potash Canada via SaskPower grid through a 30-year power agreement.

    newswire.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan's Saskatchewan Indigenous Investment Finance Corporation is providing a $7M loan guarantee to George Gordon Developments Ltd., to support the 32-megawatt Wicehtowak Solar Project in Bethune. The $82M Wicehtowak Solar Project will provide power to the K+S Potash mine for 30 years. The construction of the project is expected to create 20 full-time jobs. The new solar facility is expected to generate power for approximately 5,600 homes annually.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan, Regina Public Schools, Regina Catholic Schools and the City of Regina have started the construction of a new joint-use elementary school on 11 acres of land in Regina. The joint-use school facility will accommodate 500 Regina Public school students, 350 Regina Catholic students, and 90 new childcare spaces. The school is expected to open in fall 2027.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-09-01 to 2025-09-05

  • The Government of Canada has increased the number of nominations under the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program by 1,100, raising the total allocation to 4,761. The province will prioritize processing for sectors experiencing labor shortages, including healthcare, agriculture, and skilled trades, while up to 25% of the nominations will be directed toward trucking, accommodations, food services, and retail trade.

    cbc.ca
• Week of 2025-08-25 to 2025-08-29

  • The Government of Canada and the Government of Saskatchewan are providing $3.35M to rebuild six rowhouse units at Regency Gardens in Regina. These upgraded housing units includes 6 bedrooms and provides affordable accommodation for larger households.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government Canada and the Government of Saskatchewan met with leaders of Canada's canola industry to discuss recent tariffs imposed by China. Earlier this month China imposed a 76% tariff on Canadian canola exports, on top of existing tariffs on canola oil and meal. Saskatchewan is one of the largest canola exporters in the world, exporting 70% of the production.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • High Tide Inc., a cannabis retailer, has opened two new Canna Cabana locations in Canada, with a new store in Saskatoon. The new store opened on August 18 and is the thirteenth store in the province.

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  • Uranium production has resumed at the McClean Lake uranium mine and mill, a joint venture between Orano Canada and Denison Mines. Saskatchewan's uranium and energy resources is projected to attract $7B in mining in 2025. Saskatchewan is projected to reach 15% of all Canadian mineral exploration, ahead of the 2030 target in the Critical Minerals Strategy.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-08-18 to 2025-08-22

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is spending up to 50% of the costs for improvements to Grain Millers Drive, a vital transportation route for the Yorkton region's agri-business sector. Before the upgrades can proceed, a functional planning study will be conducted to identify the necessary improvements, including options for paving the road and enhancing its intersections with provincial highways.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-09-01 to 2025-09-05

  • On August 14, China introduced a 75.8% provisional tariff on Canadian canola seed, impacting Saskatchewan farmers and exporters significantly. Saskatchewan produces over half of Canada’s canola and supports approximately 55,000 direct jobs from growers to processors. If China were to fully ban canola exports from Saskatchewan, the province could lose over 3,800 direct jobs.

    saskchamber.com
• Week of 2025-08-25 to 2025-08-29

  • BHP Group Limited confirmed the second phase of its Jansen potash project will be pushed back two years until 2031 due to concerns with rising costs. The first stage of construction is targeted for mid-2027, after being pushed back from its original date of 2026. The project was initially estimated at $5.7B USD, has now rose to $7.4B USD.

    ctvnews.ca

  • Construction has begun on Saskatoon's newest 24-bedroom supportive housing unit. The project is led by Métis Nation-Saskatchewan and will be open to Métis, Indigenous and non-Indigenous women and children, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. The facility is expected to start operations in fall 2026.

    ctvnews.ca
• Week of 2025-08-18 to 2025-08-22

  • To improve patient care, the Government of Saskatchewan is expanding the scope of practice for pharmacists, enabling them to prescribe alternative medications during supply shortages or other specific situations. This initiative, supported by new training and competency guidelines from the Saskatchewan College of Pharmacy Professionals, aims to increase health care accessibility and efficiency for residents, particularly in rural areas.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • According to Statistics Canada, Saskatchewan recorded a 5.1% increase in wholesale trade from May to June 2025, ranking second among provinces in month-over-month growth.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-09-01 to 2025-09-05

  • The construction of a 1-megawatt solar farm has begun at Saskatoon Airport, which will provide up to 20% of the terminal's power. This project, expected to be finished in the fall, supports the Saskatoon Airport Authority's aim to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

    .yxe.ca
• Week of 2025-08-18 to 2025-08-22

  • The elevator systems at the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) Building in Regina and the Court of King's Bench in Battleford are being upgraded to improve safety, reliability, energy efficiency and performance. Work is expected to start in September and be completed by winter 2026.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • Eight government-owned buildings across the province are undergoing roof maintenance. The projects used local Saskatchewan suppliers and are expected to be done by the fall 2025.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-08-11 to 2025-08-15

  • The Government of Canada is providing $4.2M to support four agricultural projects in Saskatchewan. This funding will enhance research, breeding capabilities, as well as increase food processing opportunities and promote value-added agriculture. Additionally, it is anticipated that this financial support will create over 30 new jobs and generate $51M in commercialization revenues, contributing to the reduction of interprovincial trade barriers.

    sasktoday.ca

  • According to Statistics Canada, the value of building permits in Saskatchewan rose by 37.4% from June 2024 to June 2025, placing the province among the top two in year-over-year growth. Additionally, there was a 13.4% increase in building permits from May 2025 to June 2025.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • According to Statistics Canada, Saskatchewan’s unemployment rate was 5.0% in July, the lowest among all 10 provinces. The province's two largest cities saw annual employment growth: Regina increased by 3.8% (+5,600 jobs), while Saskatoon grew by 2.1% (+4,300 jobs) compared to July 2024.

    ckom.com

  • In August, the Government of Saskatchewan's public offering for Crown oil and natural gas raised over $24M, marking the highest revenue from such offerings in over a decade. The Estevan region led the way, contributing more than $23M, with Saturn Oil & Gas Inc. making the largest bid of $15M for a light oil exploration license in that area.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • Saskatchewan Polytechnic recently laid off 14 employees and will not be filling eight vacant positions due a decline in international student enrolment. Earlier this year, the post-secondary institution laid off 27 workers and expects further layoffs in the fall.

    leaderpost.com

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is looking for architectural services for two new Francophone schools to be built in Saskatoon and Prince Albert. The Saskatoon school will be designed to accommodate up to 350 students from kindergarten to grade 6 and will include 51 childcare spaces. Meanwhile, the new school in Prince Albert will replace École Valois and will seat up to 300 students from pre-kindergarten to grade 12, also offering 51 childcare spaces.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-08-04 to 2025-08-08

  • The provincial government is providing over $1M for municipal projects through the Targeted Sector Support (TSS) Initiative. The initiative provides cost-shared grants covering up to 75% of eligible project costs, up to $100,000, to support efficient municipal service delivery.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • According to the 2024 report from Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI), Saskatchewan ranked higher than the national average for licensed nurses on a per capita basis. Over the last decade, Saskatchewan has seen its nursing workforce grow by more than 2,700, an 18.3% increase since 2015. The Saskatchewan Health Authority continues to actively recruit nurses, and these efforts have led to a 37% decrease of chronically vacant positions, with a 50% reduction in rural and remote communities.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan has allocated $53M for this year towards highway improvements in the Southwest of Saskatchewan to support export-based economy. Infrastructure projects include paving, culvert replacements, grading and highway maintenance.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • According to the Fraser Institute's Annual Survey of Mining Companies, Saskatchewan ranked first in Canada for mining attractiveness and 7th globally for policy and regulatory perception. In 2024, Saskatchewan recorded highs in potash production with 24.7 million tonnes of potassium chloride, along with 16,700 tonnes in uranium production and $2.6B in uranium sales.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-07-28 to 2025-08-01

  • In the first quarter of the 2025-26 fiscal year, Lotteries and Gaming Saskatchewan (LGS) distributed approximately $2.49M in charitable gaming grants to over 1,000 groups and organizations across the province. The proceeds from gaming support initiatives in various areas, including the arts, culture, sports, and community services.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • In August 2025, the Government of Saskatchewan will provide $1M to Food Banks of Saskatchewan to help food banks with rising food costs. The funding will be distributed to agencies across the province based on the population and average food bank usage of the communities they serve.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-08-04 to 2025-08-08

  • Approximately 300 Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members arrived in Saskatchewan in late July to support fighting wildfires in Prince Albert, Weyakwin, Green Lake and La Loche. By the end of July, nearly 60 active wildfires were reported, covering over 1.5 million hectares of land and forcing thousands of residents to evacuate.

    cbc.ca
• Week of 2025-07-28 to 2025-08-01

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $560,000 for union-led apprenticeship training for electricians to strengthen the skilled trades workforce necessary for the province's energy security. This initiative, in partnership with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), will begin in Regina in fall 2025, with future plans to offer the same program in Saskatoon.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Saskatchewan Health Authority, in collaboration with the provincial government, has announced the creation of 124 new frontline positions in rural and remote healthcare facilities across 45 communities in the province. This announcement follows the introduction of 47 new clinical management positions, with the latest initiative adding 77 new frontline clinical roles in 30 communities.

    world-spectator.com

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is spending $1M for the expansion of new seasonal campsites, offering up to $5,000 per campsite. A total of 200 campsites will be accepted for the 2025 season, with applications starting on July 25, 2025.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • According to Statistics Canada, Saskatchewan's retail trade experienced a 6.4% year-over-year increase in May 2025 compared to May 2024. This growth rate is above the national average of 4.9% and ranks second among provinces. In May 2025, the total value of Saskatchewan's retail trade reached $2.3B.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-08-04 to 2025-08-08

  • Rural hospitals in Maple Creek, Watrous, and Kipling have temporarily reduced emergency room hours due to summer staffing shortages. In Kipling, despite the arrival of three new doctors, the ER remains closed at night and on weekends because of a shortage of x-ray and lab technicians.

    ctvnews.ca
• Week of 2025-07-21 to 2025-07-25

  • According to the 2024 Oil and Gas Emissions Management Regulations (OGEMR) Annual Report, Saskatchewan continued its fifth consecutive year of reductions in greenhouse gas emissions from the oil and gas sector. Emissions have dropped by 7.7 million tonnes, approximately a 40-45% reduction from 2015 levels. The province is on track to meet the goals to lowering greenhouse gas emissions.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $280,000 annually from 2025 to 2028 to the Wikowin Supportive Housing Program to support women leaving custody. The program supports women with accessible housing to reintegrate into the community. Another $330,000 funding was provided to deliver programs in women's correctional facilities.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan, Government of Manitoba and Arctic Gateway Group (AGG) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to support trade through the Port of Churchill. The agreement facilitates transportations corridors that connect producers, processors, and exporters in both provinces to the Arctic Corridor. The MOU aims to support supply chains, regional economics, reduces costs and emissions, and enhances market access and growth.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Saskatchewan Union of Nurses (SUN) is concerned that the reduction in travel nurses has caused more overtime and burnout among permanent staff. For the 2024-25 fiscal year, $64M has been allocated for travel nurses, a 30% reduction or $27M less than 2023-24 fiscal year. The province is working on recruiting permanent nurses to minimize service disruptions and to keep critical services available.

    leaderpost.com

  • The Government of Canada and Government of Saskatchewan are making changes to the AgriStability Program. For the 2025 program year, participants will receive a compensation rate to 90%, up from 80%. For the 2025 program year, the maximum payment up is doubling, from $3M to $6M per operation. For the 2026 program year, adjustments to feed inventory pricing for livestock will reflect current farm conditions.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan and Government of Prince Edward Island signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to remove trade barriers between the two jurisdictions. The MOU supports interprovincial labour mobility and direct-to-consumer alcohol sales. In 2021, the value of interprovincial trade between the two provinces was $44.25M.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • Australia's BHP Group Ltd. is facing a projected 30% cost hike at the Saskatchewan's Jansen potash mine due to inflation, design development, and scope changes. The project is expecting a 6-month delay and is now expected to cost US$7.4B. The start-up is expected to begin mid-2027, instead of the end of 2026.

    theglobeandmail.com

  • Genesis Fertilizer is planning a $2.89B nitrogen fertilizer plant to be built in Belle Plaine to produce urea, urea ammonium sulphate and diesel exhaust fluid. Canadian farmers have already invested $120M into the project, with hopes to raise another $280M from growers. Construction is expected to begin in 2026 and be completed by 2029.

    producer.com

  • According to Statistics Canada, Saskatchewan's building construction ranks third among provinces in growth, with 21.7% increased from May 2024 to May 2025. The province saw a 5.4% in month-over-month growth in building construction from April 2025 to May 2025, the second highest among provinces.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • According to Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, urban housing starts in Saskatchewan rose by 84.1% in the first six months of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, making it the highest growth among all provinces. In the first six months of 2025, Saskatoon experienced an increase of 112.9%, while Regina saw a 40.4% increase in urban housing starts.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • Saskatchewan is projected to attract over $7B in mining investment in 2025 and is expected to reach 15% of all Canadian mineral exploration spending in 2025, ahead of its critical mineral targets. In addition to being a global leader in uranium and potash production, the province is seeing growth in minerals including helium, lithium, copper and zinc. A commercial scale lithium production will begin in 2025, with a copper and zinc production anticipated to begin in 2026.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-07-14 to 2025-07-18

  • According to Statistics Canada, Saskatchewan's manufacturing sales had the second highest growth in Canada in May 2025, up 4.4% compared to the previous month.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $1.54M for 62 new projects aimed at improving traffic and pedestrian safety. The projects will focus on traffic safety priorities such as speeding, impaired driving, distracted driving and intersection safety.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • To promote growth and investment in its mining sector, the Government of Saskatchewan is broadening its Targeted Mineral Exploration Incentive (TMEI) to cover more early-stage exploration activities. This expansion aims to encourage new mineral discoveries and diversify the province’s mining production, which currently includes helium, lithium, copper, zinc, as well as record levels of uranium and potash. In the 2024-25 fiscal year, 27 exploration projects were awarded $1.9M in TMEI funding, with overall spending on these projects reaching $76.5M.

    discovermoosejaw.com

  • According to Statistics Canada, Saskatchewan had the lowest unemployment rate among provinces in June 2025, at 4.9%, which is below the national average of 6.9%. The seasonally unadjusted data shows that the province experienced a year-over-year increase of 20,500 jobs, mainly due to a rise in full-time employment, which grew by 26,300 jobs, or 5.2%.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • Effective October 1, 2025, the Government of Saskatchewan is increasing minimum wage to $15.35 per hour. The increase is based on the Consumer Price Index and the Average Hourly Wage in Saskatchewan.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-07-07 to 2025-07-11

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $20M to support communities and individuals affected by this year's wildfires. The funding will support debris removal, environmental testing, maintain landfills, and project management support.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $1.3M in capital and equipment upgrades at health care facilities in Melville and Esterhazy to support patients and staff. New upgrades include flooring, water systems, windows, sewers, and sanitary waste pipes.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • Northern Nutrients, a Saskatchewan-based manufacturer of nitrogen sulphur fertilizers, is expanding its facility near Saskatoon to triple production capacity from 50,000 to 150,000 tonnes. Backed by a new ownership structure and investment from Shell Trading Canada, the project is expected to be completed by October 2026 and will create nearly 60 full-time construction jobs, along with new roles in operations and transportation.

    producer.com

  • Bunge, an U.S. oilseed processing company has completed a merger with Viterra, a Saskatchewan wheat company at $8.2B USD.

    sasknow.com

  • The Government of Saskatchewan, Farm in the Dell and the Town of Biggar are jointly providing $2.95M towards the construction of two new five-space group homes for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Farm in the Dell, a non-profit organization, will operate a day program for up to 20 people.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is investing $680,000 in roofing repairs at Yorkton Regional Health Centre. This funding builds on the more than $4M spent over the past three years to upgrade local health facilities, which included ICU expansion, roofing, boilers, chillers, flooring, and other infrastructure improvements.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • Grain Millers has opened a $3M flax processing plant in Delisle, Saskatchewan, boosting local production to meet strong demand from food companies despite shrinking flax acreage on the Prairies. The facility is already shipping bulk flaxseed and positions the company to expand into milling and retail packaging, with growing interest from international markets

    producer.com

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $800,000 in annual funding for Peggy’s Compass Home, a new five-space group home in Prince Albert for youth aged 12–18 experiencing mental health and addiction challenges. The facility offers 24/7 access to mental health, addictions, and cultural supports, and is part of a broader provincial initiative to expand youth mental health services.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $640,000 to four community-based organizations to address gender-based violence. The initiatives include education and awareness, staff training on cultural appropriate services, supporting Indigenous-led approaches and healing sessions.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-07-14 to 2025-07-18

  • According to the Government of Saskatchewan, more than 81,700 youth, aged 15 to 24, participated in the workforce last year. As the school year has ended, many more young people are expected to search for summer jobs. In Moose Jaw, most job postings on SaskJobs.ca are in sales and service (40%), followed by health (20%) and trades/transportation (20%). This trend is consistent with the previous year.

    discovermoosejaw.com
• Week of 2025-07-07 to 2025-07-11

  • Saskatoon is set to host the Canadian Country Music Association’s 2026 Country Music Week and Awards in September 2026.

    musicrow.com

  • Canada’s hotel industry posted its strongest performance growth of 2025 in May, with occupancy reaching 70.2%, average daily rate rising to CAD213.57, and revenue per available room climbing to CAD149.96. Saskatchewan led all provinces in growth, posting the highest increases in ADR and RevPAR, and matching Manitoba for the top occupancy gain.

    hotelmanagement.net

  • The Canadian Beef Check-Off Agency is implementing changes to beef check-off rules in Alberta, Saskatchewan, and British Columbia, effective August 1. The new rules will align check-off rates with the seller’s home province, regardless of where the sale occurs. The change aims to improve fairness, compliance, and transparency in interprovincial sales.

    manitobacooperator.ca

  • Construction is underway on a new daycare facility in Lanigan, launched in June to help address persistent childcare shortages and support the town’s growth. The project will add 42 new spaces to the community’s existing capacity and is expected to be completed by June 2026

    discoverhumboldt.com
• Week of 2025-06-30 to 2025-07-04

  • FlixBus, a passenger transportation company based in Germany, started new intercity bus services between Saskatchewan and Alberta on July 1. The daily service connects Calgary, Edmonton, North Battleford, Saskatoon and Regina.

    ctvnews.ca

  • NRGene, Pulse Genetics, Hensall Co-op, Yumasoy Foods, with additional support from Protein Industries Canada, will provide $4.3 million for a new breeding program to develop more seed options for farmers and expand the soy market.

    sasknow.com
• Week of 2025-07-07 to 2025-07-11

  • Saskatchewan Pulse Growers is reducing its check-off levy from 0.67% to 0.6% of gross sales for all pulses and soybeans, effective August 1. The decision follows a significant increase in the organization’s unrestricted surplus, which reached $12.6M. The change is expected to reduce annual revenues by $1.5M while maintaining investments in research and market development.

    producer.com

  • Construction has begun on the Muenster Cooperative Childcare Centre’s new facility on Railway Avenue. Once completed in late spring or early summer 2026, the centre will welcome up to 45 children aged six weeks to 12 years, offering more childcare options for local families. The project is powered by community fundraising and grant support, including funding from Nutrien.

    discoverhumboldt.com

  • The Saskatchewan Ministry of Environment has granted a two-year extension for design and consultation discussions related to Forest Harvest Design and Reforestation Activities in the Island Forests Timber Supply Area. As a result, all logging in the area has been put off until March, 2027.

    sasknow.com

  • The SaskAgMatters Mental Health Network is providing six hours of free mental health sessions to Saskatchewan agricultural producers and their families. All therapists involved have a background in agriculture, ensuring culturally relevant support tailored to the unique challenges of farming and rural life

    producer.com
• Week of 2025-06-30 to 2025-07-04

  • Thomas Motors, a Honda dealership in Melfort, held the grand opening of their new power sports sales building on June 20.

    sasknow.com
• Week of 2025-06-23 to 2025-06-27

  • The Government of Saskatchewan began construction on the new City Centre School in Saskatoon on June 23. The $31.3 million project will accommodate up to 400 students and 74 new childcare spaces when completed.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • Saskatchewan Provincial Parks allowed several new business to open within parks boundaries in 2025, adding new services, activities, and attractions for visitors. Some examples include new types of accommodation, a new café, professional photography, counselling services, Indigenous land-based learning, and catering.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-06-30 to 2025-07-04

  • Small businesses in Saskatchewan are being rapidly acquired, with commercial properties such as pubs and hotels attracting strong buyer interest. The trend reflects high demand in the province’s real estate market. The article did not specify funding levels or employment changes.

    thestarphoenix.com

  • According to the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, there has been a 108.6% increase in housing starts in Saskatchewan in the first five months of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024. Multi-unit residential construction led the surge, up 617.9%. Private capital investment rose by 17.3% to $14.7 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach $16.2 billion in 2025.

    westcentralonline.com

  • The Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan are providing $3.4 million over four years to the IntegrOmes genomics project at the University of Saskatchewan. The funding supports the development of the Omics Resource Centre and Beef Reprotech facilities to enhance sustainable beef production.

    westcentralonline.com

  • The Saskatchewan Police Commission will expand training capacity at the Saskatchewan Police College to 96 recruits by 2026, up 50% from current levels, due to staff shortages across the province. To begin to replace 32 vacant positions, the Saskatoon Police Service requested 17 training seats in the most recent class but the college was only able to accommodate eight.

    ctvnews.ca
• Week of 2025-06-23 to 2025-06-27

  • According to Statistics Canada, retail sales in Saskatchewan grew 2% month-over-month in April 2025, the highest among provinces in Canada.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-06-30 to 2025-07-04

  • Capere Canada, an AI company, is developing a new "AI wellness town", including a 150MW AI data centre, in Moose Jaw. The project, which will cost up to $485 million is expected to create more than 1,050 jobs in technology and health care. Construction is expected to begin in late 2025 or early 2026.

    moosejawtoday.com

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is extending the life of all three coal-fired power plants in the province, which were initially scheduled to close by 2030. Two of the three plants are located near Estevan, while the third is near Coronach.

    theglobeandmail.com

  • Three Saskatchewan credit unions—Conexus Credit Union in Regina, Cornerstone Credit Union in Yorkton, and Synergy Credit Union is Lloydminster—have voted to merge, following approval by a majority of their members. The merger aims to create a stronger financial institution with enhanced services and a broader reach

    ctvnews.ca
• Week of 2025-07-14 to 2025-07-18

  • Yorkton and the southeastern region of Saskatchewan are home to several major agri-food businesses. Besides Harvest Meats, which employs over 300 people, the area also includes Grain Millers, which operates a plant north of the city, and two large canola crushing plants owned by Louis Dreyfus Company and Richardson International. Both canola plants are undergoing expansions, with the Louis Dreyfus Company also adding a new pea processing facility dedicated to producing pea protein for meat alternatives.

    cbc.ca
• Week of 2025-07-07 to 2025-07-11

  • Foran Mining is approximately one third of the way through construction of the McIlvenna Bay mine. Construction on the mine resumed in June following wildfire-related evacuations.

    mining.com

  • K+S Potash Canada is outlining a long-term expansion strategy for its Bethune mine, aiming to increase annual potash production from 2.3 million to 4 million tonnes. The initiative includes infrastructure upgrades, workforce development, and partnerships with post-secondary institutions. The expansion is part of a multi-decade plan to meet global fertilizer demand.

    sasktoday.ca
• Week of 2025-06-30 to 2025-07-04

  • Experts at the University of Saskatchewan estimate that the wildfires in northern Saskatchewan will cost the provincial economy over $500 million in 2025. The estimate includes direct damage to homes, businesses, and infrastructure, as well as indirect impacts on supply chains and transportation.

    sasktoday.ca
• Week of 2025-06-16 to 2025-06-20

  • According to the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, urban housing starts in Saskatchewan rose by 108.6% during the first five months of 2025, compared to the same period in 2024. From May 2024 to May 2025, urban housing starts increased by 205.9%, placing Saskatchewan second among provinces for year-over-year growth.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-06-30 to 2025-07-04

  • The Helium Developers Association of Canada is lobbying for helium to be included in the list of critical minerals to strengthen the helium supply chain in Canada. North American Helium Inc. has expanded helium production in southwest Saskatchewan over the last 12 years, investing $500 million in wells and processing plants since 2013.

    cbc.ca
• Week of 2025-07-07 to 2025-07-11

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is resuming construction on the 33-bed nursing home project in Grenfell. Work is expected to begin in summer 2025 and take two years to be completed.

    ctvnews.ca
• Week of 2025-06-30 to 2025-07-04

  • The Community of Paynton hosted the first rhubarb festival in June.

    sasknow.com
• Week of 2025-06-23 to 2025-06-27

  • Peepeekisis Developments Ltd. began construction on a new 9,500 sq. ft. funeral home in Lorlie on June 12. The project is expected to be completed in September 2026. Approximately 50 jobs will be created during the construction phase and the new home will employ up to 10 full time staff once it is fully operational.

    ctvnews.ca
• Week of 2025-06-16 to 2025-06-20

  • Dwight's Coffee House, an Indigenous-owned coffee shop, recently opened in Prince Albert. Named in honour of the owner’s son, the shop offers homemade bannock, soup, cinnamon buns, scones, and fresh coffee.

    sasknow.com
• Week of 2025-07-14 to 2025-07-18

  • The Government of Saskatchewan has expanded Point of Care Testing (POCT) services to the communities of La Loche, Shaunavon, and Kamsack, improving access to vital healthcare in rural and remote areas. POCT allows for rapid medical assessments, ensuring residents have timely access to essential lab tests in emergencies, even when traditional laboratory services are unavailable. The provincial government has spent $33,000 per site to support this initiative.

    paherald.sk.ca
• Week of 2025-06-30 to 2025-07-04

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is expanding the role of nurse practitioners through a new initiative to provide more primary care including health assessments, treatment for common illnesses and injuries and chronic disease management. Saskatchewan aims to provide primary care access to all residents by 2028.

    westcentralonline.com
• Week of 2025-06-16 to 2025-06-20

  • The Saskatchewan government has reversed its countermeasures against the U.S., just three months after implementing tariffs in response to President Trump's duties on Canadian imports. The government emphasized its commitment to local purchasing, noting that nearly 90% of contracts in the past five years have gone to Saskatchewan businesses and over 99% to Canadian suppliers.

    news

  • The Saskatchewan Health Authority is restructuring its administrative leadership roles, including 27 new and 20 enhanced Clinical Manager positions in 45 rural and northern communities. The new structure will provide $10.4M in annual administrative efficiencies, of which $6.2M will be redirected to support patient care priorities and $4.2M to enhance clinical leadership. As a result of the restructuring, there will be a reduction of 26 senior out-of-scope leadership positions, along with cuts to other out-of-scope corporate, management, and support roles.

    saskhealthauthority.ca
• Week of 2025-07-07 to 2025-07-11

  • Saskatchewan Polytechnic hosted its Girls in Trades and Technology event during Saskatchewan mining week, an event to introduce young girls to careers in mining-related trades and technology programs. Over 200 elementary school students participated in hands-on activities and were guided through the college's training facilities be industry volunteers.

    saskpolytech.ca
• Week of 2025-06-16 to 2025-06-20

  • Wildfires are causing significant destruction across northern Saskatchewan, with long-term implications for the province's forestry industry. According to Forest Saskatchewan, wildfires have burned approximately 900,000 hectares of forest. The forestry sector supports approximately 12,000 jobs in Saskatchewan, and the impact of these wildfires may threaten both job stability and access to alternative timber zones. The damage extends beyond logging, affecting recreational areas and traditional lands vital to Indigenous communities.

    ckom.com

  • The La Ronge & District Chamber of Commerce anticipates a quieter summer tourism season in northern Saskatchewan due to the nearly month-long wildfires that forced over 10,000 residents to evacuate. Although roads to La Ronge are now open and conditions have improved, many grocery stores are still in need of restocking, and some basic service establishments were lost in the fires.

    sasktoday.ca

  • Effective August 1, 2025, Saskatchewan Pulse Growers (SPG) is reducing the levy rate on pulse and soybean crops from 0.67% to 0.60%. The new levy rate is expected to result in a revenue decrease of approximately $1.5M per year but will better align future revenues with planned expenditures.

    farmnewsnow.com

  • The Government of Saskatchewan will be spending an additional $15.1M to support and increase surgical capacity as well as reduce surgical wait times. A total of 100,406 surgeries and procedures were conducted between April 1, 2024, and March 31, 2025. During this period, the health system surpassed its target by completing nearly 92% of surgeries within eight months, exceeding the 90% goal.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • According to Statistics Canada, Saskatchewan saw an 31.5% increase in the value of building permits from April 2024 to April 2025. The value reached $290M in April 2025.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • In response to the wildfires, the Government of Saskatchewan is providing $500 in emergency funds to all residents over 18 years of age who were displaced from evacuated communities. This financial support aims to help residents as they transition back to their home communities.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-07-14 to 2025-07-18

  • The Government of Saskatchewan opened two seasonal drop-in shelters in Saskatoon to support the city's homeless population. One shelter, located at the former STC bus depot, will operate as a daytime drop-in centre that will offer outreach services, such as connections to housing and access mental health programs.

    ctvnews.ca
• Week of 2025-07-07 to 2025-07-11

  • The Saskatchewan housing market reached a record benchmark price of $369,500 in May 2025, reflecting a nearly 9% year-over-year increase. Despite a 5% decline in sales compared to May 2024, activity remained 16% above the 10-year average. Inventory levels rose slightly to 5,008 units, but remained over 40% below the long-term average. The Saskatchewan Realtors Association attributes the price surge to persistent supply constraints.

    realestatemagazine.ca
• Week of 2025-06-23 to 2025-06-27

  • The Government of Saskatchewan will build a new women's unit at the Regina Provincial Correctional Centre. The new centre will improve safety and provide more space and programming for women in custody.

    ctvnews.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan recently opened a new $1.6 million group home for adults with intellectual disabilities in Humboldt. The government is providing $360,000 annually to Futuristic Industries Inc. to operate the new centre.

    sasktoday.ca
• Week of 2025-06-16 to 2025-06-20

  • The Government of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon Tribal Council, and the City of Saskatoon are collaborating to introduce new community services to address emerging needs in Saskatoon. This initiative includes a daytime drop-in center for individuals experiencing homelessness and an overnight drop-in center for youth aged 16 and older, both set to open on June 15.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-07-14 to 2025-07-18

  • Happy Belly Food Group Inc. has signed area development agreements to bring a minimum of 10 new Rosie's Burgers locations to Saskatchewan. With existing locations in Atlantic Canada, Ontario, Manitoba, Alberta, and British Columbia, the company is positioning itself to become the leading smash burger brand in Canada.

    stocktitan.net
• Week of 2025-06-30 to 2025-07-04

  • According to cattle producers in Saskatchewan, the demand for beef has gone up this year. The number of producers has been declining since 2005 due to poor demand.

    ctvnews.ca
• Week of 2025-06-16 to 2025-06-20

  • The first phase of a project at Lake Diefenbaker, which aims to deliver irrigation to 400,000 acres upon completion, is set to begin in late 2026. Currently, engineering design work is underway for the rehabilitation of the canal between Lake Diefenbaker and the Conquest Reservoir, which will initially provide irrigation for 100,000 acres. According to a study by consulting firm KPMG, the project is expected to create 9,500 jobs during the construction phase and contribute a $5.9B boost to the province’s GDP.

    westerninvestor.com

  • Major infrastructure projects are driving significant growth in Southern Saskatchewan. For example, PTI Transformers Inc. is expanding its facility size to accommodate the larger transformers required for energy projects throughout Western Canada. Additionally, SaskPower is investing $2 billion in carbon management and renewable energy projects, including solar and wind generation.

    westerninvestor.com
• Week of 2025-07-14 to 2025-07-18

  • Zak’s Building Group, a private developer, has added two new multi-unit residential buildings in Kindersley’s east end. The buildings offer 20 modern one- and two-bedroom rental units, which will help provide more affordable options for residents.

    westcentralonline.com
• Week of 2025-07-07 to 2025-07-11

  • The Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan are jointly funding 32 Agriculture Demonstration of Practices and Technologies (ADOPT) projects and six Strategic Field Program (SFP) projects, providing over $1.4M for 2024–25. The initiatives aim to support sustainable agriculture through research, demonstration, and knowledge transfer projects.

    panow.com
• Week of 2025-06-23 to 2025-06-27

  • SkyWest Airlines introduced a new route between Regina and Denver in May.

    ctvnews.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Government of the Philippines to collaborate on reaching energy security goals through developments in clean and sustainable energy. The MOU includes cooperation on workforce development, research and innovation, and community engagement.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan will provide $7.3 million annually to The Carter House family treatment centre in Saskatoon for 17 new adult treatment spaces.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-06-09 to 2025-06-13

  • The Government of Saskatchewan and Government of Ontario signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to remove trade barriers between the two jurisdictions. The MOU supports interprovincial labour mobility and direct-to-consumer alcohol sales. In 2021, the value of interprovincial trade between the two provinces was $6.4B.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-07-14 to 2025-07-18

  • The Saskatchewan Soccer Association (SSA) has launched a power chair soccer program, the first of its kind in the province and one of only five in Canada. The initiative promotes accessibility and inclusion in sport, with teams currently operating in Saskatoon and Regina. The program hosted its first Sask Cup in April and aims to expand to more communities.

    sasksport.ca
• Week of 2025-06-30 to 2025-07-04

  • The Saskatchewan Soccer Association launched its first power chair soccer program, the fifth active power chair soccer program in Canada. The program currently operates in Regina and Saskatoon.

    sasksport.ca
• Week of 2025-06-09 to 2025-06-13

  • The University of Regina recently launched a fully operational microgrid living lab to develop new technologies and renewable power sources. The microgrid will help researchers and businesses design and work on renewable energy projects.

    microgridknowledge.com

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is changing the structure of how beer is marked-up, and increasing the production limit to qualify for the rates from 400,000 to 500,000 hectolitres. These changes, which take effect July 1, are aimed at supporting breweries and their local employees.

    sasktoday.ca
• Week of 2025-06-02 to 2025-06-06

  • According to the Saskatchewan Mining Association (SMA) 2024 Labour Market Analysis, approximately 15,000 workers will be needed in the mining industry over the next 10 years. SMA is planning to promote mining careers to high school students to support recruitment.

    thestarphoenix.com
• Week of 2025-07-07 to 2025-07-11

  • EMP Metals and Saltworks Technologies are partnering to develop and operate a lithium refining demonstration plant in Viewfield, Saskatchewan. The project, named Project Aurora, will process 10 m³/day of lithium brine into lithium chloride and aims to commercialize a modular extraction and refining model.

    canadianminingjournal.com
• Week of 2025-06-02 to 2025-06-06

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $235,000 to the Autism Resource Centre (ARC) of Regina to expand the summer program for children and youth. The Therapeutic Summer Program provides support on life skills development for children returning to school in the fall.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-06-09 to 2025-06-13

  • The Town of Kindersley approved a new bylaw at the end of May that promotes economic development through tax exemptions.

    westcentralonline.com

  • As of May 31, a large portion of agricultural land in northeastern and north-central Saskatchewan was in extreme drought. According to the Global Institute for Water Security at the University of Saskatchewan, soil moisture as of June 8 in much of the northern grain belt was more shallow than it had been in the last 11 years of measurement.

    producer.com

  • The Government of Saskatchewan started a "Saskatchewan is Calling" campaign in May to recruit physicians to the province. The campaign highlights the competitive compensation, low cost of living, and career advancement opportunities available for physicians who practice in Saskatchewan.

    battlefordsnow.com
• Week of 2025-05-26 to 2025-05-30

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $500,000 in annual operating funding to the new group home in Kerrobert. The group home provides 24-hour support and assistance to residents with intellectual disabilities.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-06-02 to 2025-06-06

  • Cameco Corporation, a global nuclear fuel and energy company, is providing $10M to the University of Saskatchewan to support students in the industry. The funding is expected to support Nuclear Fuel Cycle program and a graduate certificate in Energy and Resource Management.

    usask.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $177,000 to six pilot projects under the Made in Saskatchewan Technology (MIST) partnerships between public sector organizations and tech start-ups. The start-ups receive opportunities to grow the tech sector and collaborate with government organizations.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • North American Helium Inc. is planning to build and operate a 12 million standard cubic feet per day helium processing facility near Mankota. The Soda Lake Facility is expected to be operational in the fourth quarter of 2025.

    globenewswire.com
• Week of 2025-05-26 to 2025-05-30

  • According to Statistics Canada, Saskatchewan's building construction investment increased by 27.8% in March 2025 compared to March 2024. Saskatchewan ranks the first among provinces for year-over-year growth. Saskatchewan's real GDP reached $80.5B in 2024.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-06-02 to 2025-06-06

  • Cenovus Energy Makerspace is providing $1.5M to the University of Saskatchewan's Engineering and Design Hub. The new hub will be the largest hands-on engineering laboratory at a University in Canada. The hub is expected to support innovation for future engineers by providing access to 3D printers and laser cutters, and an area to test prototypes.

    cjme.com
• Week of 2025-06-09 to 2025-06-13

  • Saskatchewan Polytechnic is updating its Registered Nurse Bridging Program for Internationally Educated Nurses (RNBP-IEN). The updated program will begin in January 2026 for eligible internationally educated nurses. The program will consist of nine months of theory courses, hands-on labs, and clinical experience.

    sasktoday.ca

  • The Western Grains Research Foundation, along with other industry and government contributors, will provide a combined $11.8M to build two new facilities at the University of Saskatchewan's Crop Development Centre (CDC). Construction is expected to completed in July 2026.

    saskagtoday.com

  • The governments of Saskatchewan, B.C. and Manitoba have renewed a long-standing agreement that helps deliver veterinary training. The agreement will provide $194M over five years to Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM) at the University of Saskatchewan for veterinary programming, research and clinical services.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • Westridge Construction provided $840,000 to Saskatchewan Polytechnic to support the Time to Rise campaign. The funding will help create a new carpentry workshop at the Joseph A. Remai Saskatoon Campus, and fund student awards.

    saskpolytech.ca
• Week of 2025-05-26 to 2025-05-30

  • Drake Meat Processors is constructing a new 53,000 sq. ft. meat processing facility in Saskatoon and expects to produce over 8 million kilograms of product annually. The expansion is expected to create 200 new jobs once the facility is operational.

    foodincanada.com

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is providing nearly $1M for the Young Entrepreneur Bursary, which supports up to 57 young entrepreneurs with bursaries of $5,000 to encourage business development. Applications are open until July 14, 2025, and will be awarded in the fall.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-06-02 to 2025-06-06

  • According to the Saskatchewan College of Family Physicians, more doctors are needed in both urban and rural areas throughout the province.

    paherald.sk.ca

  • SaskPower is spending $10M to upgrade equipment and reduce disruptions in Regina's central business district. Work on the improvements began in April and are expected to be completed in October.

    sasktoday.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $777M to improving highways and roads. Construction on many projects began in late May and work on highways is expected to continue throughout the summer.

    discovermoosejaw.com
• Week of 2025-05-19 to 2025-05-23

  • Arizona Lithium is the first company in the province to receive approval to begin production at a lithium brine project. The Prairie lithium brine project is located in Williston Basin. Several other companies are advancing projects in southeast Saskatchewan, where the highest-grade lithium brines in the country are located.

    mining.com
• Week of 2025-05-26 to 2025-05-30

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is seeking a two-year work permit extension for immigrants after reduction to the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP). The 50% reduction to the SINP allocation is creating uncertainty for 3,600 temporary workers with expiring permits in Saskatchewan. The reduction is likely creating a gap when employers cannot hire skilled foreign workers, when these local skilled workers are unavailable.

    immigrationnewscanada.ca
• Week of 2025-05-19 to 2025-05-23

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is expanding Point of Care Testing (POCT) to Kamsack, La Loche and Shaunavon area. Each site will recieve $33,000 to outfit their emergency departments with the diagnostic POCT devices. The POCT provides laboratory coverage in rural and remote communities while the province works to recruit more laboratory staff in those areas.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-06-02 to 2025-06-06

  • Campgrounds and provincial parks opened on May 16, including new attractions at Meadow Lake and new Trailhead Café in Buffalo Pound. New glamping domes also opened at Echo Valley and Lake Diefenbaker.

    sasknow.com
• Week of 2025-05-19 to 2025-05-23

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is expanding the Indigenous Bursary Program to more post-secondary students in rural areas of the province through the Crown Investments Corporation (CIC). Students at most regional colleges and the Gabriel Dumont Insistute now have access to the program, which provides $5,000 bursaries to 115 students per year to support accessible training and education opportunities.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • According to the Government of Saskatchewan's latest data, the province is leading with housing starts and wholesale trade. Saskatchewan's wholesale trade reached $4B in March 2025 and had a 20.9% increase year-over-year from March 2024 to March 2025. Saskatchewan's urban housing starts in the first four months of 2025 increased 93.8%, as compared to the same period in 2024.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-05-12 to 2025-05-16

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is providing an additional $1.6 million to expand the Mental Health Capacity Building (MHCB) program to five more schools, bringing the total to 24 schools. The program will increase access to mental health supports for youth.

    saskatchewan.ca
• Week of 2025-05-26 to 2025-05-30

  • Stacked Pancake is planning on opening a second restaurant in Saskatoon this spring.

    thestarphoenix.com
• Week of 2025-05-12 to 2025-05-16

  • Stingray Radio closed two of its properties, CITL-TV and CKSA-TV in Lloydminster, earlier this month. According to the company challenging economic conditions and the size of the market made the business model unsustainable. The number of employees affected has not been announced.

    ctvnews.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan has launched the Low Productivity and Reactivation Oil Well Program (LPRP). The aim of this four-year program is to create new incremental oil production and revenue from low-producing or inactive wells. The LPRP is expected to add 30,000 barrels of oil per day to production and generate $21 million in revenue for the province. Saskatchewan is the second-largest oil producer in Canada and the sixth largest onshore oil producer in North America

    saskatchewan.ca

  • Honey Bee Manufacturing, a honey producer in Frontier, will reduce their workforce by 25%, from 180 to 170 people. A third of the population in Frontier works at Honey Bee. The company's decision for layoff is due to inflation, low commodity prices and difficult market conditions.

    cbc.ca
• Week of 2025-05-26 to 2025-05-30

  • The University of Saskatchewan will be closing its Language Centre on December 31, after 30 years of helping international students learn English. The centre has been operating with a deficit since 2017, and the closure will affect six staff members.

    ctvnews.ca

  • Zak's Home Hardware is opening a second location in Saskatoon this fall. The new store is expected to create 30 jobs including a store manager position.

    sasktoday.ca
• Week of 2025-05-12 to 2025-05-16

  • According to the Retail Council of Canada, retail crime in the province is increasing, and now costs retailers approximately $180 million per year in lost revenue.

    ctvnews.ca

  • According to the Government of Saskatchewan's crop report, 18% of the province's crop has been planted for 2025, ahead of the ten-year average of 12%.

    discoverestevan.com

  • According to the Western College of Veterinary Medicine, Saskatchewan is facing a shortage of veterinarians. Several vet clinics have stopped accepting walk-in appointments that are not emergencies due to the shortage.

    globalnews.ca

  • The Government of Saskatchewan is providing a $9.7 million increase in funding to support individuals with intellectual disabilities. This funding will cover operating costs for new group homes and enable 215 individuals to access enhanced services, including residential and day programs. Additionally, $1.7 million will be allocated for the construction and development of 10 new group homes.

    saskatchewan.ca

  • Whitecap Resources Inc. and Veren Inc., two Calgary-based oil and gas companies, are set to merge this month through a $15B deal. The combined company will be the second-largest oil producer in Saskatchewan. There will be layoffs in the organization once the companies are combined.

    cbc.ca
• Week of 2025-05-26 to 2025-05-30

  • J & P Hobby Supplies, a hobby store in Prince Albert that has been open for over 3 decades, is planning to close in the fall. The closure is due to U.S. tariffs increasing costs.

    sasknow.com
• Week of 2025-05-19 to 2025-05-23

  • The Government of Saskatchewan's annual State of Trade report shows that 2024 was the province's third-highest export year on record, with $45.4B of total exports. Export growth was driven in part by a 50% increase in uranium and a record volume of potash.

    saskatchewan.ca