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Forests Canada report examines growing challenges in wildfire recovery efforts
1+ hour, 9+ min ago (394+ words) A new national report says forest recovery efforts across Canada are changing as increasingly severe wildfire seasons create new challenges for reforestation and long-term ecosystem resilience. Forests Canada released its report, Forest Restoration After Wildfire: Knowledge Gaps and Future Needs…...
Grasslands National Park reminds visitors drones are not allowed
1+ hour, 9+ min ago (180+ words) Southwestern Saskatchewan's only national park is reminding visitors about its drone rules just a few weeks into the summer season. "Because this place isn't just scenery " it's home," the Facebook post said. "And to our wildlife, a buzzing drone sounds…...
Educator Shares Mindfulness Tools to Help Teens Navigate Stress Year-Round
5+ hour, 9+ min ago (414+ words) As Mental Health Awareness Month shines a spotlight on emotional wellness this May, one educator is reminding families and schools that anxiety, stress and emotional overwhelm are challenges many teens face every day " not just one month of the year....
Court cases, storm warnings and Burstall fire lead West Central's top stories
5+ hour, 9+ min ago (286+ words) From major court developments and RCMP investigations to severe weather and a historic fire in Burstall, readers across west-central Saskatchewan were closely following a busy week of headlines. Here's a look back at the five most-read stories on West Central…...
New Attractions Roaring into 2026 at the T. rex Discovery Centre
11+ hour, 9+ min ago (385+ words) Dinosaurs are once again taking over southwest Saskatchewan as the Royal Saskatchewan Museum officially opened the 2026 season at the T. rex Discovery Centre in Eastend on May 16 " and visitors can expect some exciting new additions this year. "It is always an…...
Traditional Land Use Engagement Session Planned for Meewasin Trail in Saskatoon
11+ hour, 10+ min ago (138+ words) The M'tis Nation'Saskatchewan and Western Region 2 A are inviting citizens, knowledge keepers, harvesters, and community members to participate in an upcoming Traditional Land Use (TLU) engagement session focused on the Meewasin Trail in Saskatoon. The session will provide an opportunity…...
Saskatoon EX introduces new grandstand seating options for 2026
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (350+ words) The Saskatoon EX is introducing new seating options for the Sask Tel Grandstand in 2026, with organizers saying the changes are designed to provide clearer choices and added flexibility for concertgoers. Prairieland announced Thursday that the updated system will include a…...
Federal government renews Creative Export Strategy to support Saskatchewan creative industries
1+ day, 5+ hour ago (271+ words) The federal government says it is renewing Canada's Creative Export Strategy on a permanent basis as part of an effort to help Canadian creative industries expand into international markets. The announcement was made during a visit to Regina by Marc…...
Saskatchewan RCMP renew public appeal for wanted individuals with west-central ties
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (272+ words) Saskatchewan RCMP are renewing a public appeal for information on several wanted individuals with ties to west-central Saskatchewan and nearby regions. In its latest monthly wanted persons release, Saskatchewan RCMP identified a number of individuals facing serious criminal charges who…...
First Saskatchewan tornado of 2026 spotted near Pense Friday
1+ day, 5+ hour ago (302+ words) A possible landspout tornado was spotted near Pense on Friday afternoon, marking what appears to be Saskatchewan's first reported tornado sighting of the 2026 severe weather season. Multiple images and videos showing what appeared to be a landspout touching down in…...