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July brought major headlines in West Central Saskatchewan, highlighting the province’s growing influence in Canada’s energy and mining sectors, record-breaking healthcare achievements, and strong economic performance. Notable law enforcement actions also made news, including the arrest of a Saskatoon man linked to a stolen travel trailer in Alberta and the apprehension of a Kindersley man charged in an armed robbery. These stories reflect a dynamic region balancing economic growth, public safety, and community health advancements.
Saskatchewan set to help Canada become an energy and mining superpower
Saskatchewan’s booming resource sector, already a global leader in uranium, potash, and critical minerals production, is poised to drive Canada’s emergence as a mining and energy superpower, with record investments and calls for faster federal support to boost exports and project approvals.
Saskatoon resident charged following suspicious vehicle tip in Evansburg Alberta
A suspicious vehicle tip at an Alberta campground led to the arrest of a Saskatoon man with outstanding warrants and the recovery of a stolen travel trailer.
Sask. manufacturing sales see second-highest growth in Canada
Saskatchewan posted the second-highest month-over-month manufacturing sales growth in Canada in May 2025, reflecting strong economic resilience alongside record GDP and rising private capital investment.
Saskatchewan hits a record high in yearly CT and MRI scans
Saskatchewan set a new record in 2024–25 by completing over 250,000 CT and MRI scans—the highest annual volume ever—thanks to increased investment, expanded services, and a unique private-pay two-for-one policy that has reduced wait times and improved patient access across the province.
RCMP arrest Kindersley man following armed robbery
A Kindersley man, Shane Schmidt, has been arrested and charged with multiple offences including robbery with a firearm following an investigation involving witness sketches and search warrants.