South Saskatchewan River

• Safety a concern following weekend rescues in South Saskatchewan River

  "I think people are just underestimating the power of the river and kind of the environment they're in. I think they need to be more aware of exactly where they're going."

  Environment

  Jul 18
  
• Saskatoon Fire Department urges water safety in South Saskatchewan River

  In a scenario where someone is in distress in the river Saskatoon Fire Department says to call 911, keep track of landmarks in the area, and coach the individual to shore.

  Canada

  Jul 8
  
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• 7-year-old boy dead after being pulled from South Saskatchewan River

  Firefighters and paramedics pulled a boy from the South Saskatchewan River Saturday night and performed CPR at the scene but he was pronounced dead in hospital.

  Canada

  Jul 4
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• Morning news rewind: Wednesday, June 22

  Here's a look back on who was on 'Global News Morning Saskatoon' on Wednesday, June 22.

  Blogs

  Jun 22
• Water levels expected to rise in Saskatchewan due to heavy rainfall in Alberta

  Widespread heavy rainfall in Alberta is expected to impact Saskatchewan water flows in local rivers as well as water levels at Lake Diefenbaker in the coming days.

  Environment

  Jun 14
• Prairie Lily sailing the South Saskatchewan River to begin summer boating season

  The Prairie Lily River Boat sailing season began on Saturday in Saskatoon. The season runs through September.

  Consumer

  May 7
• Saskatchewan spring runoff higher than expected: WSA

  'The slower melt, the cooler the temperatures we’ve seen so far have really helped to make sure the melt is going smoothly,' WSA spokesperson Sean Osmar said.

  Weather

  Apr 9
• Downtown Saskatoon still lacking grocery store, safety concerns remain: study

  In a research partnership, the University of Saskatchewan and City of Saskatoon surveyed 470 people about how to make downtown living more attractive.

  Canada

  Dec 7, 2021
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• Missing Saskatoon man’s body found in South Saskatchewan River, police say

  Police said they do not believe foul play is involved. 

  Canada

  Oct 14, 2021
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• Saskatchewan River walkers offer prayer for water during journey across Prairies

  A ceremonial walk is taking a pail of water from headwaters in the Rocky Mountains to the point where the North and South Saskatchewan Rivers meet.

  Canada

  Aug 13, 2021