The Kinette Club in Shellbrook held an online auction and received a special visit by Telemiracle Teddy. (Image Credit: Facebook/ Kinette Club of Shellbrook)

By Nigel Maxwell

Community support

Telemiracle week begins

Feb 22, 2026 | 6:31 AM

Kinsmen Telemiracle is celebrating its 50th anniversary and leading up to the big show that runs February 28 to March 1, this week has been proclaimed Telemiracle Week.

 “Year after year, Saskatchewan people show their generosity through TeleMiracle,” Minister Responsible for the Provincial Capital Commission Eric Schmalz said. “By donating their time and talents to perform or contributing toward the fundraiser, the people of this great province turn up for TeleMiracle and for those who need us most.”

Last year’s telethon raised over $5.7 million for the Kinsmen Foundation to help people get special needs equipment, travel assistance to access medical treatment and more.

The Prince Albert Kinsmen Club is hosting a pancake breakfast on Friday. (Image Credit: Facebook/ Prince Albert Kinsmen)

In celebration of 50 years, this year’s telethon has been extended by two hours. TeleMiracle 50 will begin at 7 p.m. on Feb. 28 and conclude on March 1 at 5 p.m. for a total of 22 hours on both CTV Saskatchewan channels and online at www.telemiracle.com. 

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“We are so excited to have an additional two hours, moving TeleMiracle into prime time,” Kinsmen Foundation Executive Director Danika Dinko said. “These extra hours give us time to highlight the talent across Saskatchewan, showcase memories and create new ones.” 

The provincial telethon has raised more than $171 million since it first began. 

“We extend our sincere gratitude to everyone who supports the TeleMiracle fundraiser,” Kinsmen Foundation Board Chair Tyler Hall said. “Your generosity makes it possible to help people across Saskatchewan access essential medical travel and life-changing medical equipment that would otherwise be out of reach. Your support truly makes a difference.”

The Melfort Kinette Club is holding a quilt raffle. The draw is on Feb. 27. (Image Credit: Facebook/ Melfort Kinette Club)

“This year’s TeleMiracle proudly celebrates its 50th anniversary, marking five decades of generosity, community and impact across Saskatchewan,” TeleMiracle Chair Tammy Blackwell said. “The live broadcast will feature outstanding Saskatchewan talent, special anniversary throwbacks and new elements that honour all that has been achieved together. With plenty of room for a live audience, we invite people across the province to join this historic celebration.”

Local performers on the show this year from the Prince Albert and Melfort areas will include the Birch Hills Dance Centre, East Side of Second (Prince Albert), Gavin Enns (Melfort), Minutes til Dawn (Nipawin), Shawn Jr. and Shawn Sr. (Debden), Shelby Murphy (Melfort), The Village (Tisdale), Larry Lennox Music (Asquith) and Ellie Murray (Melfort).

Residents are being encouraged to check social media and community calendar listings for various Telemiracle fundraising events taking place in the area this week.

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