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The Canadian Nurses Association says it hopes the new "united Team Canada" approach at the Council of the Federation will lead to harmonization of nurses' licences across the country.

The association was among a number of health-care advocacy groups at the recent annual meeting of Canada's premiers.

While health care tends to take centre stage when the premiers meet, this year's gathering with Prime Minister Mark Carney was dominated by discussion of U.S. President Donald Trump's global trade war.

Most Canadians believe the country is making good progress on reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples, a new poll from Leger suggests.

"The extent to which people feel progress on reconciliation is being made or not has an important bearing on how they feel about the country," said Jack Jedwab, president and CEO of the Association for Canadian Studies, which commissioned the poll.

The survey of 1,580 respondents was conducted between June 20 and 22. A margin of error cannot be associated to the survey because online polls are not considered to be truly random samples.

800 CHAB, Country 100, and Mix 103 broadcasted live from the heart of the Village of Riverhurst for the 7th Annual Riverhurst Bean Festival! It was a full day of small-town fun with families from across the region coming out to celebrate pulse crops, prairie pride, and everything in between. From vintage cars and farm-fresh markets to live music, kids’ games, and interactive demos — the Bean Festival truly lived up to its slogan: “More than just beans.”

Saskatchewan’s provincial parks are offering visitors a full slate of free family-friendly activities and special events as part of their Discover Sask Parks initiative, running July 23 to August 6.

The two-week celebration highlights the beauty, adventure and heritage that the province’s parks have to offer — with something for everyone, from guided nature hikes to turn-of-the-century fairs and outdoor cinema nights.

Federal, provincial and territorial (FPT) Ministers of Agriculture met virtually on July 17 to discuss strategies to strengthen the resilience and competitiveness of Canada’s agriculture sector and food supply chains.

The meeting focused on supporting producers and processors amid emerging challenges in international trade and exploring opportunities for increased interprovincial trade.

Thousands of Saskatchewan families will have greater access to sport, cultural, and recreational opportunities in 2025, thanks to an expansion of the provincial Active Families Benefit. 

A longtime trucker in West Central Saskatchewan is raising concerns about deteriorating highway conditions, saying poor roads are putting the safety of youth, seniors and professional drivers at risk, and leaving operators with hefty repair bills.

Wayne Whitney, a 78-year-old trucker based in the region, says he’s watched the highways break down for decades with what he describes as “very little action” from the province.

Saskatchewan RCMP is reminding boaters and water sport enthusiasts that life jackets save lives — and wearing one should never be optional.

As summer temperatures rise and people flock to lakes across the province, RCMP say water safety remains a top concern, especially as cold water can still pose serious risks.

The premiers of Saskatchewan, Alberta and Ontario have signed a wide-ranging agreement to bolster Canada’s energy and critical minerals sector by pushing forward pipeline, rail and export infrastructure.

The memorandum of understanding, signed Tuesday by Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Ontario Premier Doug Ford, aims to open new domestic and international markets for oil, gas and minerals while strengthening interprovincial trade and supply chains.

It’s been a busy construction season in southeast Saskatchewan, with plenty of work happening along Highway 18 near Estevan. Crews have been focused on road upgrades in the area, including culvert replacements and resurfacing. While construction continues near the Energy City, drivers may also encounter projects on Highway 39 near Weyburn and Highway 35 north of the city. Saskatchewan’s Minister of Highways, David Marit, is reminding motorists to slow down, stay alert, and obey all signage in construction zones.