Saskatchewan MLA salaries among highest in North America, report finds

This transcript has been edited for length and clarity. EVAN BRAY: Saskatchewan MLAs, and lots of Canadian MLAs are clearly making more than American state representatives, what are your opening thoughts on that? GAGE HAUBRICH: You always hear the line …

RCMP detail over 400,000 calls in 2025 across Saskatchewan

The RCMP is detailing some of the calls it received over 2025, characterising the year as being more complex than previous years. Calls in 2025 Calls came from all corners of the province in 2025, with Superintendent Devin Pugh, the officer in charge of …

More tornadoes confirmed as Saskatchewan approaches record year

Saskatchewan's tornado count for 2026 has climbed to 34 after the Northern Tornadoes Project confirmed 13 tornadoes from a pair of severe storm systems earlier this month, putting the province within striking distance of a record-setting year. The …

Heat warning expanded across southern Saskatchewan, including Estevan area

A heat warning now stretches across much of southern Saskatchewan, including Estevan, as Environment Canada and the Government of Saskatchewan continue to warn residents about the health risks associated with prolonged high temperatures. The yellow heat …

Saskatchewan residents among most financially vulnerable to unexpected expenses says poll

More than half of Saskatchewan and Manitoba residents faced an unexpected expense over the past year, according to a new RBC poll that suggests many households remain financially vulnerable despite recognizing the importance of emergency savings. The …

Heat warning continues throughout southern Saskatchewan

High temperatures are expected to persist into next week. SOUTHERN SASKATCHEWAN — A heat warning remains in effect for parts of southern Saskatchewan on July 25. According to Environment Canada, daytime highs in the low-to-mid 30s C, combined with …

Wildlife officials share bear safety tips as black bear activity continues across Saskatchewan

Wildlife officials are reminding residents to take precautions around black bears as the animals remain active across Saskatchewan. Elizabeth O’Hara, a wildlife ecologist with the Ministry of Environment, said black bears are found throughout the province …

June storms cause more than $728 million in insured damage across Saskatchewan and Manitoba

Severe storms that swept across Saskatchewan and Manitoba in June caused more than $728 million in insured damage, according to preliminary estimates released by Catastrophe Indices and Quantification Inc. (CatIQ). The Insurance Bureau of Canada said the …

Police Recap: Local investigations and Saskatchewan RCMP updates

The past week brought a number of policing stories from across the region, including major investigations, public safety reminders and updates on several serious incidents. The Weyburn Police Service, along with partner agencies, has charged two men …

Active wildfires fluctuate in northern Saskatchewan