Health

Over 5,000 new COVID-19 cases reported in province’s first weekly report

As part of the province's transition to Living with COVID-19, Saskatchewan released its first weekly integrated epidemiological (EPI) report. It's a deeper analysis of multiple data sources and provid...

Feb 10, 2022

‘Now seems to be an appropriate time:’ Sask. microbiologist weighs in on lifting of restrictions

A Saskatchewan microbiologist is saying the province's plan to lift all restrictions by the end of February isn't unreasonable, according to the data.Dr. Joseph Blondeau is the head of clinical microb...

Feb 10, 2022

Poll: Nearly 30% of Canadians say it’s time to ‘learn to live’ with COVID-19

A new poll suggests almost 30 per cent of Canadians believe it's time to lift pandemic restrictions and "learn to live" with the COVID-19 virus, while more than 40 per cent want measures to ease caref...

Feb 10, 2022

'We are not prepared to put the lives of our families at risk': First Nations leaders concerned about government's plan to lift restrictions

The organization that represents 74 First Nations in Saskatchewan, is calling on the provincial government to reconsider terminating COVID-19 health mandates and protocols in Saskatchewan, claiming it...

Feb 09, 2022

Saskatchewan Medical Association physician warns the detrimental effects of lifting mandates too soon

With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and changes to the vaccine mandate, some physicians are feeling the strain. Dr. Eben Strydom, president of the Saskatchewan Medical Association (SMA) and a Melfort p...

Feb 08, 2022

Local unions speaking out against Moe's lack of 'backbone'

It has only been a few hours since Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe's announced the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions and local unions across the province are already speaking out against his decision.Re...

Feb 08, 2022

Sask. to lift COVID measures by end of February; proof of vax ending Monday

Saskatchewan is set to remove its COVID-related public health measures in the coming days, with proof of vaccination or a negative test going first.Other public health measures - including masking in ...

Feb 08, 2022

Twisted Sisters help women take control of their mental health

Two local life coaches are teaming up to help women transform by offering a safe and welcoming space to inspire personal growth.For women hoping to take their first step towards accomplishing their go...

Feb 07, 2022

‘We’re listening here in Saskatchewan’: Moe on future of COVID restrictions, ongoing protests

Premier Scott Moe plans on providing a better picture of when COVID-19 restrictions will be dropped in Saskatchewan.Speaking to Gormley on Monday, the premier said Tuesday will be the day residents ge...

Feb 07, 2022

On the air: volunteer run radio station opens at Red Earth Cree Nation

The community of Red Earth Cree Nation has a new tool at their disposal for updates on COVID-19 numbers, or even wildfires during the summer months.A grand opening ceremony was held on Wednesday for t...

Feb 04, 2022