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Saskatchewan Politics
Semi-truck road tests more than double since Sask. announced stricter standards
By David Baxter Reporter
Since Saskatchewan announced stricter rules for semi training, the amount of road tests have more than doubled ahead of the new standards taking effect. Continue reading
Sask. equivalency agreement on extending coal power likely pushed back
By David Baxter Reporter
Saskatchewan’s environment minister hoped to sign off on a federal deal outlining the future of coal power in March, but that likely will be pushed back to spring. Continue reading
Climate change will likely have little impact on Sask. carbon tax case: expert
A professor specializing in constitutional law says climate change will likely not play into the final decision on Saskatchewan’s carbon tax reference case. Continue reading
Recommendations made to tighten vendor-sponsored travel by Sask. gov’t employees
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe said he is committed to implementing the recommendations to tighten the code of conduct over vendor-sponsored travel. Continue reading
Saskatchewan NDP wants province to review ties with SNC-Lavalin
By Rebekah Lesko Reporter
NDP Leader Ryan Meili has called into question the relationship between the Saskatchewan Party and SNC-Lavalin. Continue reading
Sask. Teachers’ Federation concerned over potential ‘maintain and sustain’ budget
By David Baxter Reporter
Saskatchewan’s enrolment numbers have increased by over 10,000 students in the past five years, but the provinces teachers’ union says funding isn’t keeping up. Continue reading
Sask. gets failing grade for childcare policy: report
A report from the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives gives Saskatchewan a failing grade for childcare policy, saying it’s not affordable for most. Continue reading
Saskatchewan municipalities want to see pot revenue-sharing agreement
By Katelyn Wilson Reporter
Premier Scott Moe says Saskatchewan isn’t prepared to share the proceeds of its cannabis sales with municipalities just yet. Continue reading
Change made to allow police in Saskatchewan to name homicide victims
An amendment to a regulation will now allow police forces in Saskatchewan to disclose the name of homicide victims. Continue reading
Sask. government increasing municipal revenue sharing by $10M
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe announced an additional $10 million for the municipal revenue sharing program at SUMA’s general meeting in Saskatoon. Continue reading