Health Funding
Saskatchewan at the table for federal meeting about health transfers
OTTAWA - Health ministers from across the country are set to meet Tuesday to warn they're headed toward a "fiscal cliff" if federal funding agreements for things like home care and mental health are not renewed, Ontario's health minister said.Sylvia Jones told a provincial committee meeting on Monday that she...
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Trade War
Trump's import bans on Canadian liquor, whey, motorcycles take effect
OTTAWA - U.S. President Donald Trump has escalated his trade war with Canada with outright bans on imports of certain Canadian goods.Trump's previously announced bans - which affect some alcoholic drinks, dairy byproducts and motorcycles, among other goods - came into force at 12:01 a.m. ET Tuesday.Canada-U.S. Trade Mi...
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Rider news
Tevaughn Campbell returns to practice as Riders prepare for Calgary
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Summer adventures
Think Kelowna is just wine tours? The locals would like a word.
Nuclear power plans
Saskatchewan unveils plan for two nuclear reactors in the northwest
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Health Funding
Saskatchewan at the table for federal meeting about health transfers
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CRIME
Cocaine, cash seized during RM of Frenchman Butte traffic stop
Turtleford RCMP arrested two people after seizing suspected cocaine during a traffic stop in the RM of Frenchman Butte.At about 10:50 p.m. on Sept. 24, officers conducting proactive patrols near Highway #21 noticed a truck travelling without its lights on and initiated a traffic stop.Police determined the driver was pr...
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'Best game of football that we’ve played so far'
Spartans offence breaks through in 74-14 loss to Kindersley
The Carpenter High School Spartans found their strongest offensive performance of the season Friday, throwing two touchdown passes and producing more than 250 yards despite a 74-14 loss to the Kindersley Kobras.Spartans head coach Coleton Ethier said the score did not reflect the progress he saw from his young team.&qu...
Sep 28, 2026
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'Harm reduction is love': MLTC outreach brings care to Meadow Lake streets
For one woman in Meadow Lake, a month without drugs came with a reason to keep going."I'm doing things differently because I want to break cycles for my children so they don't have to go through that," Patricia Main recalled the woman saying.Main works in wellness and addiction with Meadow Lake Tribal Council...
Sep 27, 2026
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IDENTITY AND CULTURE
Beauval roots inspire new Métis feature film
"Is it the blood that flows through our veins, or is it the culture we were raised in and our chosen family?" Gail Maurice asked.The award-winning Métis actor, director, writer and producer from Beauval, Sask., is the creator of Blood Lines, a new feature film exploring identity, culture and belonging....
Sep 25, 2026
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forestry
Forestry Bowl brings Meadow Lake forest industry to the football field
Meadow Lake's Forestry Bowl is taking forestry education to the football field Friday, giving residents a chance to learn about the industry from people who work in it.The second annual event takes place Sept. 25 at Lions Park in support of the Jim Pattison Children's Hospital.Co-organizer Coleton Ethier, head coach of...
Sep 24, 2026
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Municipal matters
Hydrant testing underway in Meadow Lake
Residents in Meadow Lake may notice changes to their water service this week as the city carries out routine hydrant testing and winterization.Contractors began the work Tuesday, with officials expecting it to be completed by the end of the week, barring any complications.As hydrants are opened during the process, chan...
Sep 23, 2026
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Saskatchewan
Nuclear power plans
Saskatchewan unveils plan for two nuclear reactors in the northwest
The provincial government has unveiled plans to establish two nuclear reactors in northwest Saskatchewan, with the first expected to come online by 2042.The Government of Saskatchewan's plan - titled Delivering Energy Security Through Nuclear Power - outlines a goal of generating at least 2,600 megawatts utilizing nucl...
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Health Funding
Saskatchewan at the table for federal meeting about health transfers
OTTAWA - Health ministers from across the country are set to meet Tuesday to warn they're headed toward a "fiscal cliff" if federal funding agreements for things like home care and mental health are not renewed, Ontario's health minister said.Sylvia Jones told a provincial committee meeting on Monday that she...
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Western nuclear project
Saskatchewan government to confirm nuclear reactor plan
Saskatchewan's future power generation will include nuclear energy, with an announcement on plans and the location of potential reactors expected Tuesday afternoon.Speaking to reporters at the Oil and Gas Show in Lloydminster on Sept. 17, Premier Scott Moe confirmed the province is considering potential nuclear power s...
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steep rise
Bear complaints around La Ronge more than triple since 2024
In the last two years, there has been a major spike in the number of bear complaints received by conservation officers (COs) in the tri-community area. Data from the Ministry of Community Safety shows as of Sept. 22, officers have responded to 210 bear-related calls for services in 2026. That's compared to 60 in all o...
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Fishing tournament
$150,000 first prize draws anglers to Nipawin's Vanity Cup
A $150,000 first prize, the largest in the tournament's history, will be on the line when the Vanity Cup returns to Nipawin this weekend.The 33rd annual walleye fishing tournament runs Oct. 3 and 4 on Tobin Lake. Tournament director Jim Chute said each team is allowed five fish per day; three of them must be 55 centime...
Sep 28, 2026
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Truth and Reconciliation
Wanuskewin hosting major commemoration for National Truth and Reconciliation Day
One of Saskatchewan's most significant cultural and historical centres is playing an active role commemorating and educating the public on the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation.On September 30, Wanuskewin Heritage Park is planning a full day of gathering, cultural programming, learning, and reflection, followed ...
Sep 28, 2026
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Rider news
Tevaughn Campbell returns to practice as Riders prepare for Calgary
The Saskatchewan Roughriders could be close to getting another key piece of their team back.Tevaughn Campbell, the all-star defensive back who has been out since Week 9, was back on the field with the CFL club on Monday as a limited participant in practice."I feel healthy and I feel as good as I can feel after wha...
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'Best game of football that we’ve played so far'
Spartans offence breaks through in 74-14 loss to Kindersley
The Carpenter High School Spartans found their strongest offensive performance of the season Friday, throwing two touchdown passes and producing more than 250 yards despite a 74-14 loss to the Kindersley Kobras.Spartans head coach Coleton Ethier said the score did not reflect the progress he saw from his young team.&qu...
Sep 28, 2026
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BC Blues
Lions pounce with big plays, beat Riders 31-24 to jump into second in the West
The Saskatchewan Roughriders couldn't stop a B.C. Lions offence from getting big plays on Friday night.B.C. only needed two plays to score touchdowns on two separate drives as the Lions defeated the Riders 31-16 to win the season series between the teams and move into second place in the CFL's West Division. Saskatchew...
Sep 26, 2026
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Friday night football
Riders open final stretch with key matchup against B.C.
The Saskatchewan Roughriders are back from their final bye week and begin an important stretch of games to end the 2026 CFL season.The Riders could still finish anywhere from first to fifth in the standings, meaning the next five games will be crucial for the Green and White."I anticipate us playing our best footb...
Sep 25, 2026
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Showdown with the Lions
Ouellette, Schaffer-Baker, Brooks Jr. return to Riders' starting lineup
The Saskatchewan Roughriders have two big weapons returning to their arsenal for their showdown with the B.C. Lions on Friday.After logging full practices this week, the returns of running back A.J. Ouellette and slotback Kian Schaffer-Baker were made official as the team released its depth chart on Thursday.Ouellette ...
Sep 24, 2026
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Rider news
Riders' Malcolm Bell ready to make first CFL start against B.C.
Defensive back Malcom Bell could be making his first CFL start this week against last season's Most Outstanding Player in B.C. Lions quarterback, Nathan Rourke.But the Saskatchewan Roughriders defensive back doesn't believe the pressure is on him in Friday's showdown at B.C. Place."I'm not under pressure - I'm the...
Sep 23, 2026
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Meadow Lake Profiles
Promoting music and culture
Submission for Saskatchewan Indigenous Music Awards 2026 are now open
The SIMA Awards are back for 2026, and this year promises to be more exciting than ever. As a platform dedicated to celebrating Indigenous talent, the awards recognize the contributions of Indigenous artists across various genres. Whether you're a seasoned musician or just starting out, this is your chance to shine.The...
Jun 30, 2026
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Summer adventures
Think Kelowna is just wine tours? The locals would like a word.
Ask someone from Calgary or Vancouver what you do in Kelowna and you'll get the same answer: wine tours. Fair enough. The Okanagan earned that reputation. But spend a summer day here with one of the region's local guides and you'll come home with a different story.You might spend a morning rappelling down a canyon wall...
Jun 15, 2026
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Aviation history
Rise Air receives Canada's first ATR 72-600 aircraft
A Saskatchewan airline made Canadian aviation history this week by taking delivery of a passenger aircraft that had never before operated in the country - a move that could reshape how workers travel to and from northern job sites.Rise Air said the ATR 72-600 marked the beginning of a new generation of northern air tra...
Dec 22, 2025
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Canada
Young Canadians less hopeful about democracy: Statistics Canada study
A study suggests young Canadians are more likely to feel hopeless about democracy than older residents. The Statistics Canada study found about a quarter of respondents aged 25 to 44 were "not at all hopeful" about how democracy works in Canada, while ...
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Carney announces $1.2 billion for oceans ahead of expected pipeline decision
VANCOUVER - Prime Minister Mark Carney says the government is making a new $1.2 billion investment in ocean conservation as the country inches toward a decision on a new West Coast pipeline. Speaking in Vancouver today, Carney said the funds will go to...
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Canada's peacekeeping myth 'needs to fade away,' retired general writes in memoir
OTTAWA - Canada's former top soldier says the country's "persistent myth" about being a nation of peacekeepers hasn't kept up with a changing world and it "needs to fade away." In a new memoir, retired general Wayne Eyre says traditional, UN-style peac...
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Poilievre set to speak on national unity in Edmonton ahead of separation referendum
EDMONTON - Federal Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is set to speak on national unity tonight in Edmonton, with less than three weeks to go until Albertans vote on separation. Poilievre is to deliver a keynote speech for a stronger Alberta within a...
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Watchdog flags problems with spy service's use of legal authority to commit offences
OTTAWA - The Canadian Security Intelligence Service may not have complied with the law when using special powers to gather information, a review by the national spy watchdog has found. The CSIS Act allows designated spy service employees to commit cert...
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PM looks at when to boost immigration as government gets system 'under control'
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney says that with Canada's immigration system back under control, the question now is when to begin a "controlled increase" of the country's population. "Now the question starts to become, when do we resume some control...
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World
Supreme Court lets quick deportations to third countries resume for now while it weighs Trump policy
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Supreme Court on Tuesday let President Donald Trump's administration continue swiftly deporting people to countries other than their own for now, while the justices consider whether the policy is legal. The apparent ...
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British police find no explosives but questions remain after arrests near a US-run military base
LONDON (AP) - A surprise decision by the U.K.'s counterterrorism police to release five suspects on bail during an investigation into a suspected bomb plot at a U.S.-operated air force base in England has deepened questions and uncertainty about the in...
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Federal prosecutors charge Venezuelan man shot by ICE agent in Texas with assaulting an officer
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) - Federal prosecutors on Tuesday announced an assault charge against a Venezuelan delivery driver who was shot in his car by a federal immigration agent in Texas, accusing the man of striking an officer with his side mirror while try...
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Morocco's king appoints the country's first woman prime minister
CASABLANCA, Morocco (AP) - Morocco's King Mohammed VI on Tuesday named Urban Planning Minister Fatima Zahra Mansouri as the country's prime minister, making the 50-year-old attorney the first woman to hold the position in the Muslim kingdom. ...
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Aaron Judge left off Yankees' Wild Card Series roster vs Red Sox with calf injury
NEW YORK (AP) - Injured Yankees captain Aaron Judge was left off New York's roster for its AL Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox starting Tuesday night. Giancarlo Stanton, out since April 24 because of strained calf muscles in bo...
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Police investigate after toddler pulls out loaded gun at Michigan daycare
CANTON, Mich. (AP) - A toddler pulled out a loaded pistol Monday at a daycare in southeast Michigan and one of the child's parents has been taken into custody as the investigation continues, officials said. No one was injured in the incid...
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