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By Alice McFarlane

Animal Enforcement Agency

New department to police animal welfare in Saskatchewan

Apr 1, 2026 | 2:11 PM

Animal welfare enforcement services are now under the wing of a new organization. 

The program is being delivered by the Saskatchewan Animal Enforcement Agency (SAEA), following the transition of services previously provided by Animal Protection Services of Saskatchewan. 

SAEA is responsible for enforcing The Animal Protection Act, 2018 throughout Saskatchewan, excluding the City of Regina, where animal welfare services continue to be provided by the Regina Humane Society, according to SAEA CEO Lavan Thirukketheesawaranathan. 

“The Saskatchewan Animal Enforcement Agency is here to serve the people and animals of Saskatchewan through professional, transparent, and accountable enforcement of The Animal Protection Act, 2018. In the communities we serve, including urban companion animal settings, rural livestock operations, and First Nations communities, we prioritize education and voluntary compliance while taking decisive action when animals are in distress,” Thirukketheesawaranathan said. 

For concerns regarding animal cruelty and neglect, contact SAEA or the local police force for the jurisdiction. For animal welfare concerns within the City of Regina, contact the Regina Humane Society. For concerns regarding animal control, dangerous animals and stray animals, contact your local municipal or rural municipal office. 

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Members of the public can call the same contact number at 306-382-0002 or visit their website to report suspected animal cruelty or abuse.

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