Saskatchewan SIRT notified after in-custody death in Wilkie
On December 5, 2023, at approximately 7:45 p.m., Wilkie RCMP received a request to conduct a wellness check at a residence in Wilkie, SK.
71 ticketed for failing to slow to 60 during weekend traffic safety initiative
More than 250 vehicles were stopped in the Swift Current area from December 1 to 3 during a Canada Safe Driving Week enforcement initiative.
Canada Safe Driving Week: getting everyone home safe for the holidays
Beginning December 1, 2023 Saskatchewan RCMP will be taking part in Canada Safe Driving Week.
Province Records Second-Lowest Unemployment Rate, Adding 19,300 Jobs
Employment Increased 1,500 From Last Month, With Unemployment Rate at 5.1 Per Cent.
Province Supports New 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline
The Government of Saskatchewan is pleased to be part of the new 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline. The new service launched last week across Canada…
Swift Current STRT seizes fentanyl, methamphetamine
Saskatchewan RCMP’s Swift Current STRT seizes fentanyl, methamphetamine and other illicit drugs during search warrant.
Charges laid following sexual assault investigation
In November 2023, Coronach RCMP received a report of a historic sexual assault. The investigation determined an adult male sexually assaulted three male youths…
497 impaired driving offences reported in October
Results from the October Traffic Safety Spotlight on impaired driving are in, and police agencies across Saskatchewan reported a total of 497 impaired driving offences last month.
Government Introduces Carbon Tax Fairness for Families Act
On Friday, Minister Responsible for SaskEnergy Dustin Duncan introduced The SaskEnergy (Carbon Tax Fairness for Families) Amendment Act…
Illegal tobacco products seized near Gull Lake
On the afternoon of November 16, an officer with Swift Current Rural RCMP observed a semi speeding on Highway #1 near Gull Lake and conducted a traffic stop.
Diagnostic Testing Devices to Help Stabilize Services in Rural Emergency Departments
Point of Care Testing (POCT) equipment recently introduced for use in the Maple Creek and Leader emergency departments will ensure critical diagnostic services are available in these communities.
Saskatchewan Raises Small Claims Limit in Provincial Courts
The Government of Saskatchewan has passed new regulations that increase the monetary limit for claims that can proceed through the Provincial (Small Claims) Court from $30,000 to $50,000.
2,349 New Regulated Child Care Spaces Opening In Saskatchewan
On Friday, November 10, the Governments of Saskatchewan and Canada announced $23. 5 million for the creation of 2,349 new regulated child care spaces across the province.
Province Increasing minimum age for tobacco and vapour product purchase
Last week, the Government of Saskatchewan passed Bill 147 which amends The Tobacco and Vapour Products Control Act to increase the minimum age for tobacco and vapour…
Expanded Protections for Landowners
The Government of Saskatchewan has expanded legislation to ensure landowners who are owed compensation by companies drilling for oil or gas on their property can collect what they are owed.
Need a safe ride? You’ve got options
When you go for a night out, you’re faced with many choices: what to wear, what snacks to bring, whether you should arrive on time or show up fashionably late.
National Senior Safety Week Nov 6 to 12, 2023
The effects of aging vary from one person to the next. While some people experience significant limitations, others remain relatively active.
Supporting Our Veterans Service Clubs
Premier Scott Moe and Parks, Culture and Sport Minister Laura Ross were in Moose Jaw Friday to announce that the Saskatchewan Veterans Service Club Support Program…
Saskatchewan adds over 19,000 new jobs
According to the Statistics Canada Labour Force Survey released Friday, Saskatchewan's strong and resilient economy continues to grow, with 19,300 new jobs…
New Addictions Treatment Spaces Open In Saskatoon
Last Thursday, Mental Health and Addictions Minister Tim McLeod announced 18 new addictions treatment spaces, including eight for youth…