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Saskatoon police encourage public to ‘Drop Gangs’ with new vehicle campaignThe Drop Gangs program is designed as a proactive campaign to help people transition out of gang life, while educating the public with a roving billboard.CanadaMar 28, 2022
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Saskatchewan rolling out video calls for inmates after in-person visits cancelledIn-person visits were cancelled early in the COVID-19 pandemic, so virtual visits are a welcome addition.CanadaFeb 8, 2021
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Saskatchewan inmates to receive holiday gifts paid for by communityVisitors have not been allowed at Saskatchewan correctional facilities for months amid the COVID-19 pandemic.CanadaDec 15, 2020
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Former gang member, STR8 UP bring transformational programming to Prince AlbertSTR8 UP opened a new office in Prince Albert earlier this spring with a goal of making closer connections with people in correctional institutions.CanadaJun 11, 2020
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Saskatoon donors, STR8 UP fill urgent need for transitional housingSTR8 UP received overwhelming public support to help make its new transitional housing units reality.CanadaApr 30, 2020
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‘They can make true change.’: Saskatchewan funding supports those exiting gang lifeSaskatchewan is investing $4.5 million over the next four years into two community-based organizations as part of its Gang-Violence Reduction Strategy.CanadaDec 10, 2019
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Saskatchewan NDP wants provincial anti-poverty, gang prevention strategySaskatchewan’s NDP are calling on the government to take action on crime and drug issues across the province.CrimeJul 26, 2019
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STR8 UP calling for funding boost to enact Saskatchewan gang strategyThe provincial gang strategy identifies STR8 UP as a potential knowledge hub in combating Saskatchewan gangs, but organizers say they need more money.CanadaApr 16, 2019
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‘I have purpose’: ex-gang members find fulfillment through Build Up SaskatoonA new social enterprise called Build Up Saskatoon offers work to people with criminal records.CanadaSep 7, 2018
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Ex-gang members to contribute to Saskatchewan’s gang strategyThe provincial gang strategy will include input from ex-gang members and 85 agencies.CanadaMay 29, 2018
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