Tag Archives: People

New report reveals widespread children’s rights violations during pandemic
Every year people's mental health becomes more important increasing the amount of supports online, in the community, and in schools.While the conversation about mental health is growing, and as more a...
Sep 01, 2021

'Back to my roots': Thrasher leaving tri-communities after 48 years
Connie Thrasher moved to La Ronge with plans for a temporary stay, but 48 years later it's bittersweet for her to say goodbye to a northern community she grew to love. She moved to La Ronge in Novembe...
Aug 25, 2021

Young cyclist wrapping up a journey of reconciliation across Sask.
A Saskatoon cyclist has travelled more than 2,800 kilometres as he makes his way to every federally-recognized residential school site in Saskatchewan.B'yauling Toni arrived at the Prince Albert Grand...
Aug 23, 2021

Sask Baseball HOF celebrates 'home run evening' at 36th annual induction ceremony
The Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame held their 36th Annual Induction Ceremony, Sat., Aug. 21 at the Alex Dillabough Centre in Battleford. The event, which featured the enshrinement of 12 individual...
Aug 23, 2021

Canadian special forces operating outside Kabul airport to help evacuees: officials
OTTAWA - Canadian officials say the military's special forces are operating outside the closed confines of Kabul's chaotic airport to get people on flights out of Afghanistan. The officials would not ...
Aug 23, 2021

Roughriders and Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital team up to support kids
It's a chance to become Saskatchewan's next millionaire, all while supporting health and wellness for Saskatchewan children.Saskatchewan Roughrider Foundation (SRF) and Jim Pattison Children's Hospita...
Aug 23, 2021

No mask or vaccination mandates for schools as health ministry updates COVID-19 plan
The provincial health ministry has released a statement with some updated guidelines for school divisions on future vaccination plans, contact tracing and self-isolating measures.For the last several ...
Aug 20, 2021

Williment ready for next step in life after facing personal health issues
Retired Northern Lights School Division (NLSD) superintendent of education Mark Williment wants people to know he's happy, well and feeling better as he embarks on the next chapter of his life. Willim...
Aug 19, 2021

Swift Current Duck Derby To Benefit Make-A-Wish Foundation
Kids suffering from rare or chronic illnesses will get another chance to have wishes come true thanks to an upcoming duck derby in Swift Current, and organizers are hoping support will come from acros...
Aug 19, 2021

Sask. Chainsaw Carving Festival at Manitou Beach kicked off Thursday, continues through weekend
Saskatchewan's only chainsaw carving festival has the resort Village of Manitou Beach buzzing this weekend.Ten artists from around Canada are showcasing their carving skills over four days where they ...
Aug 13, 2021