programs and services
Sturgeon Lake still seeking $4 million annually to fund birthing lodge
Sturgeon Lake First Nation (SLFN) is still trying to find stable, long-term funding for its Shirley Bighead nihtāwikihāwasow and ohpikihāwasowkamik Birthing and Childrearing Lodge nearly five months after it opened. Designed in accordance to the Inherent Birthing Law enacted by SLFN, the lodge will allow mothers fr...
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From hello to goodbye, new free lesson introduces Sask. students to Nakoda
Saskatchewan's Nakoda curriculum already exists. What is often missing, teacher and filmmaker Wahbi Zarry says, is someone in the school who can speak the language.Beginning Monday, a free online lesson will try to bridge that gap by bringing a Nakoda teacher from Carry the Kettle Nakoda Nation onto classroom screens.T...
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Northlands to open child care centre in 2027
Northlands College is aiming to have a 32-seat child care centre operational at its River Campus by August 2027. A tender was issued about two weeks ago, which includes the renovation and expansion of the existing chemistry lab at the River Campus in Air Ronge. Northlands President and CEO Michael McCormick believes f...
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programs and services
Sturgeon Lake still seeking $4 million annually to fund birthing lodge
Sturgeon Lake First Nation (SLFN) is still trying to find stable, long-term funding for its Shirley Bighead nihtāwikihāwasow and ohpikihāwasowkamik Birthing and Childrearing Lodge nearly five months after it opened. Designed in accordance to the Inherent Birthing Law enacted by SLFN, the lodge will allow mothers fr...
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Prince Albert Police Commission
Sask. Marshals have arrested over 100 fugitives in P.A. this year
The Saskatchewan Marshals Service (SMS) is continuing to execute warrants and put away fugitives in the Prince Albert area. That's according to members of the SMS who shared some updated stats in front of the Prince Albert Police Commission at their monthly board meeting at City Hall on Tuesday. Noting one person ma...
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civic business
Third cannabis store proposal rejected by council, mayor only voted in favour
La Ronge Mayor Joe Hordyski was the only member of council to vote in favour of opening a third cannabis retail store in the community. A motion to do so was defeated at a regular meeting on Monday after councillors Abby Besharah, Viviana Ruiz Arcand, Melissa McNeil, Robert Pacey and Bruce Skilliter all voted against ...
Sep 15, 2026
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Housing crisis
Temperature plunge raises concerns around encampments
With a growing number of encampments in Saskatchewan, and with overnight temperatures nearing freezing, the Saskatchewan NDP is calling on the government to address the province's housing and affordability crisis.The NDP is calling for real investment in affordable and supportive housing and meaningful action to bring ...
Sep 14, 2026
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home opener Friday
No wins for Ice Wolves during preseason
The Ice Wolves finished the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League preseason without a single win. The team played four games, including two against last season's championship winners the Flin Flon Bombers, as well as the Nipawin Hawks. The Ice Wolves lost 3-4 and 3-7 against the Bombers, and 1-7 and 0-6 against the Hawks....
Sep 14, 2026
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Brooklyn Anderson
This one's for Brookie': Shellbrook teen remembered after fatal crash.
The regular season hadn't even started, but Brooklyn Anderson was already planning which of her brother's hockey games she could attend this fall. Her mother Brandee Anderson said she had become 'such a big fan.' She even went to watch tryouts and decided with her mom who the team should pick and who they should cut. &...
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Brooklyn Anderson
This one's for Brookie': Shellbrook teen remembered after fatal crash.
The regular season hadn't even started, but Brooklyn Anderson was already planning which of her brother's hockey games she could attend this fall. Her mother Brandee Anderson said she had become 'such a big fan.' She even went to watch tryouts and decided with her mom who the team should pick and who they should cut. &...
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overtime rules and coach's challenges
WHL announces rule changes ahead of Friday season opener
Ahead of the season opening on Friday, the WHL announced on Wednesday that the league has made some changes to the rule book for the upcoming season. There are three major changes to the rules:Coaches can now challenge for possible offside goals Referees can review Major and Match penalty calls to confirm, reduce, or ...
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Ába wašté!
From hello to goodbye, new free lesson introduces Sask. students to Nakoda
Saskatchewan's Nakoda curriculum already exists. What is often missing, teacher and filmmaker Wahbi Zarry says, is someone in the school who can speak the language.Beginning Monday, a free online lesson will try to bridge that gap by bringing a Nakoda teacher from Carry the Kettle Nakoda Nation onto classroom screens.T...
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Funding initatives
Year two for School Playground Equipment Grant officially underway
Applications for the 2026-27 School Playground Equipment Grant are officially open once again. A contingent of officials led by Prince Albert MLAs Kevin Kasun and Alana Ross made the announcement at École St. Anne School in Prince Albert on Wednesday morning in front of the new play structure the school built in...
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Homegrown Talent
CCMA kick off kicks up boots with line dancing, P.A.s Josh Stumpf in Saskatoon
Attendees at the Canadian Country Music Awards kickoff event had a boot-scootin' time learning a group line dance and taking in some live music from a twice-nominated Saskatchewan country music artist.Singer Josh Stumpf of Prince Albert - who is nominated for the fans' choice and breakthrough artist or group of the yea...
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Local Sports
Banjo Blues
Offence dries up for Riders in low-scoring Banjo Bowl loss to Blue Bombers
Offensive production was a struggle all afternoon long for the Saskatchewan Roughriders on Saturday, as the Winnipeg Blue Bombers came out victorious in the 22nd edition of the Banjo Bowl.The Roughriders failed to find the end zone against the Blue Bombers, with Winnipeg holding Trevor Harris and company in check to ea...
Sep 12, 2026
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Riders gameday
'Great test for us': Riders head to Winnipeg for Banjo Bowl clash
After claiming victory in the Labour Day Classic, the Saskatchewan Roughriders head into hostile territory today.It's the annual Labour Day rematch as the Riders take on the Winnipeg Blue Bombers at Princess Auto Stadium. Saskatchewan is coming off of a 32-26 overtime victory at Mosaic Stadium in the Labour Day Classic...
Sep 12, 2026
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CFL
Riders move kicker Alex Hale to practice roster, Dawson Hodge to start in Winnipeg
A change is coming at the kicker position for the Saskatchewan Roughriders.The CFL club released its depth chart on Friday ahead of Saturday's game in Winnipeg against the Blue Bombers. One of the biggest changes was the team moving kicker Alex Hale to the practice roster, while Dawson Hodge gets set to make his first ...
Sep 11, 2026
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Labour Day Classic
Updated: Overtime thriller as Riders take Labour Day Classic over Bombers
It took some extra football, but the Saskatchewan Roughriders won another Labour Day Classic on Saturday.Saskatchewan emerged from a sold-out Mosaic Stadium with a 32-26 win over the Winnipeg Blue Bombers."That was the best atmosphere I've been a part of in my 20 years of playing football," defensive back Jon...
Sep 07, 2026
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Yearly showdown
'Sixty minutes of violent football': Riders, Bombers set to clash in Labour Day Classic
It's one of the most anticipated games of the CFL season - the annual Labour Day Classic at Mosaic Stadium between the Saskatchewan Roughriders and Winnipeg Blue Bombers.The yearly showdown has a reputation as a game where the teams' records don't matter but in 2026, it, along with the rematch between the two in the ne...
Sep 06, 2026
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Big Weekend
Riders look to build momentum, halt Bombers' surge in Labour Day Classic
Momentum is something teams are always trying to capture throughout a season.The Saskatchewan Roughriders were able to put an end to a two-game skid last week with a 28-24 victory over the Toronto Argonauts.Defensive back Marcus Sayles believes that momentum does carry over from game to game. "We had a really good...
Sep 05, 2026
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La Ronge 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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30 Years of Sharing Success
SIGA releases financial results, record-breaking profits as a gaming operator
SIGA hit a record $418 million in gross revenue, and $167 million in a final distribution of income for its 2025-26 fiscal year. June 23, 2026 - Saskatoon, SK - The Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) is reporting record-breaking profits for the fourth year in a row, achieving $418 million in gross revenue and ...
Jun 24, 2026
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Winnings
Lucky guest at Gold Eagle Casino hits $1.9 million Smoke Signals jackpot
The Smoke Signals Progressive Jackpot must hit before it reaches $2 million and for Yvonne Greenwald, it was as close to the limit as possible.Yvonne, from Unity, Sask., became Saskatchewan's newest millionaire on Wednesday when she officially won a total of $1,924,070.69 at the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority's (...
Jun 16, 2026
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Canada
Amazon bumps hourly wages by $1 for operations workers in Canada
VANCOUVER - Online retailer Amazon says it is raising the average hourly base wage in Canada to $26.27, up by $1 from last year. A statement from the company on Wednesday says the bump represents a four per cent year-over-year increase and takes effect...
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Trump calls possible Canada-EU move a hostile act after escalating trade war
WASHINGTON - After further escalating his trade war Wednesday, U.S. President Donald Trump said if Canada becomes the first associate member of the European Union it could be a "hostile act." Speaking to reporters in North Carolina, the president said ...
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Fact File: White House claim of beer victory doused by Sapporo brewer
The White House jumped on a news report last week about tariffs prompting Sapporo Breweries to move production from Canada to the United States. The official White House X account posted a photo of Sapporo beer cans, reproducing the news headline and a...
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Diver hospitalized after apparent white shark encounter in Quebec
MONTREAL - The Canadian Coast Guard says a diver was taken to hospital after being bitten by a shark off Percé, Que., on the eastern tip of the Gaspé Peninsula. The Coast Guard says it was alerted to the incident at about 10:27 a.m. and paramedics met ...
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B.C. Conservative legislator Rattée calls out Findlay, says team 'deeply divided'
VICTORIA - The caucus woes for B.C. Conservative Leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay continue after a member called her out in a 1,000-word online essay, saying she wouldn't "tolerate" Findlay's leadership unless it changed. The lengthy critique from Claire Rat...
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Eby says NDP needs to be 'election ready' in B.C., but offers no date
B.C. Premier David Eby says he's told his legislators that they need to be "election ready," amid disruption posed by the trade war with the United States. The premier said both Elections BC and the NDP caucus have been warned to be prepared for an ele...
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World
Texas puts to death a man in killing of 3 during home robbery, the state's fifth execution this year
HUNTSVILLE, Texas (AP) - A man has been put to death for the 2005 fatal shooting of three people during an attempted robbery at his neighbor's home in rural Texas, the state's fifth execution this year. In Georgia, the execution of a man...
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House approves sweeping Russia sanctions bill, sending it to Trump
WASHINGTON (AP) - The House on Wednesday passed a broad package of sanctions targeting Russian officials and key pillars of its economy as lawmakers look to deprive President Vladimir Putin of the financial resources needed to wage the war against Ukra...
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House holds billionaire Leon Black in contempt of Congress over Epstein investigation
WASHINGTON (AP) - The House approved a resolution Wednesday holding billionaire Leon Black in contempt of Congress, referring the matter to the Department of Justice after he defied the Oversight Committee's subpoenas in its investigation into disgrace...
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US businessman Adam Castillo deported from Myanmar after months in jail, state media says
BANGKOK (AP) - Myanmar's military-backed government has deported Adam Castillo, a U.S. businessman and former president of the American Chamber of Commerce in Myanmar, after three months in jail on what supporters say were trumped-up charges, state med...
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Sudan gold mine collapse kills at least 82 people with many more missing
CAIRO (AP) - The death toll from the collapse of an informal gold mine in a remote area of Sudan has risen to 82, according to local officials and activists, as rescuers struggled on Wednesday to search for the missing with limited equipment. ...
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A Hague court convicts Kosovo's former President Thaci of war crimes and sentences him to 25 years
THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) - A European Union-backed court on Wednesday convicted former Kosovo President Hashim Thaci of four counts of war crimes committed during his country's war for independence from Serbia and sentenced him to 25 years in prison...
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