A major spike in COVID-19 cases is being reported in Saskatchewan. After two cases were discovered on Saturday, 23 people tested positive on Sunday and 31 more tested positive Monday, making for a three-day total of 56 cases of COVID-19 over the last three days. A total of 31 of the new cases come from […]
The Saskatchewan Health Authority is moving to Phase 3 of their service resumption plan Monday. This will allow social detox and addictions inpatient treatment to resume, additional chronic disease management, wellness programs and stroke prevention, as well as specialized services for those with developmental disabilities, autism or brain injuries. SHA CEO Scott Livingstone says in […]
Some branches of the Regina Public Library opened their doors Thursday for the first time since March 16th. Smaller branches like the Glen Elm, Regent Place, Albert, Connaught and Prince of Wales libraries were able to open today, while the bigger libraries such as Central, Sherwood Village, Sunrise and George Bothwell branches will re-open on […]
The Office of Residential Tenancies will start accepting eviction applications for non-payment of rent from landlords on August 4th. Applications will need to be sent by email or by mail, and in-person services will not be offered. “When the pandemic began, we wanted to ensure tenants facing hardship as a result of COVID-19 were able […]
The provincial government says COVID-19 is to blame for a 319 million dollar deficit in the final results for the 2019-20 fiscal year. Finance minister Donna Harpauer says in a news release that Saskatchewan was on track for a balanced budget this year, but instead will need to deal with a $4.2 billion deficit. The […]
A date for Phase 4 part 3 of the Re-Open Saskatchewan Plan will be announced Tuesday afternoon at the Saskatchewan Legislature. Part 3 would allow indoor sports to continue, while also allowing indoor rinks and pools, casinos and bingo halls to open. Premier Scott Moe says the province has done well from a health perspective […]
A person working at the Sunnyside Bar over the weekend in Emma Lake has tested positive for COVID-19. The Saskatchewan Health Authority is advising those who attended the bar between 4:00 PM-9:00 PM either Friday, Saturday or Sunday to monitor their symptoms. If symptoms develop, the SHA says people are to isolate immediately and call […]
The Prime Minister says the border with the U.S will remain closed until at least July 21st. Justin Trudeau says with the situation in the U.S and other areas continuing with high case loads, the country needs to remain vigilant. “We will continue to assess the situation and work with the Americans on what steps […]
Phase 4.1 of the Re-Open Saskatchewan plan takes effect on Monday. The first half of phase four will see outdoor pools and spray pads open, with child and youth day camps and seasonal/recreational outdoor sports and activities also resuming. The limit for indoor gatherings increases to 30 people, as long as physical distancing rules can […]
The Prime Minister used a cafe in Quebec as a backdrop for his COVID-19 update. Justin Trudeau says he held his 14th first ministers conference call with provincial and territorial leaders Thursday night. “We talked about the government’s proposal to provide $14 billion to address critical needs across the country over the coming six months,” […]
