Saskatchewan News
OTTAWA — Havana is urging Ottawa not to drop its public opposition to the decades-long U.S. embargo as Washington ramps up pressure on countries supporting Cuba.
"We are confident that Canada will stay with us, as they have done in the past," Cuban Ambassador to Canada Rodrigo Malmierca Diaz told... Read more
OTTAWA — Assembly of First Nations National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak is feeling the weight of the moment as she approaches something her predecessors sought for years: a sit-down meeting with the prime minister and premiers.
"I look at some of our former leaders that had to really push and... Read more
TORONTO — Eric Apps had an inkling of who would get his vote in Toronto’s municipal election, but the lawyer wanted a second opinion before making his final decision.
In Parkdale-High Park, his usual safe choice in longtime councillor Gord Perks was taken away when the 63-year-old decided to... Read more
It was deja vu all over again for the Regina Rams Friday night who faded late in their 21-17 loss to the UBC Thunderbirds at Leibel Field, jeopardizing their once promising playoff hopes.
VICTORIA — British Columbians go to the polls today in an early election called by NDP Leader David Eby in the biggest gamble of his political life.
The five-week campaign saw the major parties fight over issues from health care to housing, the province's record deficit and the increasing cost of... Read more
Pats take 6-2 victory over Warriors, Broncos down Lethbridge 3-1, Raiders get past Silvertips 3-2, Saskatoon falls 3-2 to Edmonton
Of the hundreds of football games Anton Amundrud has played, few have stood out as much as Friday’s tilt at Griffiths Stadium.
A game that featured torrential rain, whipping wind, and a last-minute drive through falling snow before a walk-off field goal with zero time on the clock.
“I don’t think I... Read more
ISTANBUL — Prime Minister Mark Carney wrapped up a three-day trip to Turkey today by touring a mosque in Istanbul.
Carney visited the Kariye Mosque, a former Byzantine church known for its beautiful frescoes and mosaics.
The tour marks the end of the first bilateral visit by a Canadian prime... Read more
Saskatchewan scores nine unanswered points in fourth quarter to take 21-19 victory, improve to 6-1 on campaign
Shutout heroics, overtime drama and a goal-scoring explosion highlighted a busy night across the SJHL
Large crowds turned out to walk the trail and view the variety of ghosts, ghouls, skeletons and more.
Prairie Spirit School Division is raising its staff travel rate to 73 cents per kilometre from 58 cents, effective Nov. 1, amid rising fuel costs.
Chance Ahpay was last seen Oct. 23 at 3:00 p.m. leaving school in the 2000-block of Seventh Street East.
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Baseball’s union chief said the owners’ proposal of a salary cap this summer was a “nuclear bomb” and players have no interest in the type of economic system Commissioner Rob Manfred maintains is needed for the sport to thrive.
Shortly before the Milwaukee Brewers... Read more
THE SAHO-SGEU agreement is retroactive. It took effect on April 1, 2023, and ends on March 31, 2029.
Preliminary hearing was held from Oct. 19-23 in Weyburn to determine if there was enough evidence for Fahlman to stand trial.
Chance Ahpay was last seen Oct. 23 at 3:00 p.m. leaving school in the 2000-block of Seventh Street East.
Burn victims from last week’s deadly fire in Wainwright face a difficult road to recovery. Four people died in the fast-moving fire, and 39 were hospitalized,... Read more
Conway questioned whether public funds indirectly supported partisan activities.
Regina's Queen City Fibre Festival has grown into a two-day event, bringing 58 Prairie vendors together for shopping, art and education.
'Why did I come to Canada?': The woman described losing her career, her government apartment and her family's honour.
Chuck’s Roadhouse Bar and Grill says its new restaurant at the former Boston Pizza building on Manitoba Street East is opening soon, with an Oct. 22 social media update indicating an official opening date will be announced in the coming days or weeks.
Ribbon cutting takes place for new Weyburn hospital, with transition from the old hospital now happening before it opens to patients Nov. 1.
“I think the package will prove to be strong over time,” the Winnipeg Free Press reporter said.
VANCOUVER — As British Columbia chooses a new provincial government on Saturday, the SPCA has launched its own campaign urging voters to call on election candidates to commit to changing laws so that families with pets will have equal access to housing.
The plea comes after Erin Hayman's family... Read more
Premier Scott Moe also goes after NDP for opposition to development.
Saskatchewan Polytechnic is naming its School of Business and Entrepreneurship after Saskatoon... Read more
The Saskatchewan NDP wants more permanent nursing jobs to reduce reliance on travel nurses. The SHA says spending has fallen $44.8 million.
Elks of Canada leader Kari Senko praised Estevan's hospitality and community spirit following a provincial walkathon and meetings.
The latest on harvest and canola prices were among many topics covered on the Roundtable
Carla Beck says Saskatchewan needs political change as the Opposition pitches solutions to strained health care, rising costs and workers who feel left behind.
Saskatchewan will trade the prairie lily for a poppy this month.
The City of Saskatoon will officially launch its poppy campaign on Saturday to raise awareness for veterans who have served and... Read more
Carnduff RCMP are asking for help identifying a man after a significant amount of diesel fuel was taken from an Oxbow gas bar without payment.
Suncrest College has opened its upgraded Industrial Mechanics lab following a $1.5-million investment from Mosaic to expand hands-on training and trades education.
Following his time as Mayor of Saskatoon, Charlie Clark says he had some time to reflect on what he wanted the next chapter to look like.