Category Archives: SaskToday.ca: Provincial News

Researchers concerned after endangered whooping cranes test positive for bird flu
SASKATOON - A wildlife biologist says it's deeply concerning that two dead members of a critically endangered flock of birds that only breed in Canadian marshes have tested positive for the avian flu....
Canadian Press Jan 14, 2026

SaskPower announces 100-MW solar project near Regina
REGINA — A new 100-megawatt solar facility will be constructed southeast of Regina near Lajord. Known as the Mino Giizis Solar Energy Facility, the site will be one of the province’s large...
Martin Oldhues Jan 14, 2026

Court dismisses appeal challenging Saskatchewan’s coal plans
SASKATOON — A court has handed down its decision regarding an appeal on the future of coal-fired power in Saskatchewan. The Court of King’s Bench has ruled against the Saskatchewan Environ...
SaskToday staff Jan 14, 2026

Saskatchewan Health Authority says cancer scanner back to running at full capacity
REGINA - A machine in Saskatchewan that's vital for diagnosing cancer is working at full capacity after it was disrupted two weeks ago. The Saskatchewan Health Authority's PET/CT scanner was down for ...
Jeremy Simes, The Canadian Press Jan 14, 2026

Beck creates new portfolios in shadow cabinet reshuffle
SASKATOON — Saskatchewan NDP Leader Carla Beck announced some minor changes to her shadow cabinet, a move by the Opposition as it prepares to present itself to voters ahead of the next provincia...
Jon Perez Jan 14, 2026
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MN–S removes minister from portfolio after abusive audio surfaces
SASKATCHEWAN — Métis Nation–Saskatchewan (MN–S) leadership has removed Regional Director and Minister Brent Digness from his ministerial responsibilities following the public ...
Nicole Goldsworthy / Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Jan 14, 2026

Optimism high as Premier Moe and Prime Minister Carney talk trade with Chinese officials
With Premier Scott Moe in China with Prime Minister Mark Carney over the next few days, Provincial Agriculture Minister David Marit told reporters Tuesday morning his optimism for the tariffs on canol...
Ryan Young Jan 14, 2026

Canadian farmers hoping Carney can find resolution to canola tariffs in China
Canadian farmers are hoping for a breakthrough on punishing tariffs as Prime Minister Mark Carney talks trade in China this week. Rick White, president of the Canadian Canola Growers Association, says...
Jeremy Simes, The Canadian Press Jan 14, 2026

Shaping wildlife management: Hunter harvest surveys due Jan. 20
REGINA — The Ministry of Environment is reminding hunters to complete the Big Game and Game Bird Hunter Harvest Survey before the Jan. 20 deadline. Hunters have until April 30 to complete the Fu...
SaskToday Jan 13, 2026
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Provincial safety week highlights responsible snowmobiling
NORTH — Saskatchewan snowmobilers are being urged to put safety first as the province marks Snowmobile Safety Week from Jan. 11 to 17. In recognition of International Snowmobile Safety Week, Sas...
Nicole Goldsworthy / Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Jan 13, 2026










