STR8 UP

• Former gang member speaks out on rising crime among Saskatoon’s youth

  Discussions about crime in Saskatchewan suggest more youth are getting involved. A former gang member turned advocate explores why young people are drawn to the lifestyle.

  Crime

  Feb 28, 2025
  
• Saskatoon police encourage public to ‘Drop Gangs’ with new vehicle campaign

  The 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.

  Canada

  Mar 28, 2022
  
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• Saskatchewan rolling out video calls for inmates after in-person visits cancelled

  In-person visits were cancelled early in the COVID-19 pandemic, so virtual visits are a welcome addition.

  Canada

  Feb 8, 2021
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• Saskatchewan inmates to receive holiday gifts paid for by community

  Visitors have not been allowed at Saskatchewan correctional facilities for months amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

  Canada

  Dec 15, 2020
• Former gang member, STR8 UP bring transformational programming to Prince Albert

  STR8 UP opened a new office in Prince Albert earlier this spring with a goal of making closer connections with people in correctional institutions.

  Canada

  Jun 11, 2020
• Saskatoon donors, STR8 UP fill urgent need for transitional housing

  STR8 UP received overwhelming public support to help make its new transitional housing units reality.

  Canada

  Apr 30, 2020
• ‘They can make true change.’: Saskatchewan funding supports those exiting gang life

  Saskatchewan is investing $4.5 million over the next four years into two community-based organizations as part of its Gang-Violence Reduction Strategy.

  Canada

  Dec 10, 2019
• Saskatchewan NDP wants provincial anti-poverty, gang prevention strategy

  Saskatchewan’s NDP are calling on the government to take action on crime and drug issues across the province.

  Crime

  Jul 26, 2019
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• STR8 UP calling for funding boost to enact Saskatchewan gang strategy

  The provincial gang strategy identifies STR8 UP as a potential knowledge hub in combating Saskatchewan gangs, but organizers say they need more money.

  Canada

  Apr 16, 2019
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• ‘I have purpose’: ex-gang members find fulfillment through Build Up Saskatoon

  A new social enterprise called Build Up Saskatoon offers work to people with criminal records.

  Canada

  Sep 7, 2018