Gordon Edgar

The first session of the Saskatchewan Legislative Assembly following the provincial election has been announced for Monday, Nov. 25, and all 27 members of the Sask NDP will have a portfolio to shadow and critique, including the 15 newly elected MLAs. 

Sask NDP Leader Carla Beck named her Shadow Cabinet last week. 

“We’ve got some work to do and I’m ready to lead by example,” said Beck. “If you look for common ground, there’s a lot more that unites us than divides us. 

Elections Saskatchewan held media briefings during voting to ensure outlets had information on the security and integrity of the provincial election, correct details on obtaining accurate information, and a chance to ask Chief Electoral Officer Dr. Michael Boda any questions. 

Today, Monday the 28th, is the last day of voting. Polling stations will be open from 9 a.m. until 8 p.m. The First Preliminary Count starts immediately at 8. 

David, just tell us a little bit about yourself and why you decided to run for reelection. 

Well, obviously, I just felt it was important to continue to represent the Wood River constituency. I've been honored and privileged to serve this constituency for the last two elections, and I felt my health was good and I felt there were still some things I wanted to do on behalf of my constituents. 

Meara Conway, the NDP candidate for Regina Elphinstone-Centre, made an appearance in Moose Jaw on Thursday to criticize Scott Moe’s record on crime. She was joined by Moose Jaw resident Phil Rose. 

Following her election in 2020, Conway was the Official Opposition Critic for Social Services, Housing, and Community-Based Organizations, and served as the NDP Deputy House Leader.  

The 49th edition of the Saskatchewan Kinsmen/Kinettes TeleMiracle telethon is scheduled for this upcoming March 1st and 2nd, and executive director Daniko Dinko said she is excited to see all the auditions from talented performers across the province. 

The 2025 Canadian Edition of the Old Farmer’s Almanac is now hitting magazine racks across the country, predicting a cool, wet winter for southern Saskatchewan, with snow in the first week of December and a bitter cold holiday season in December. 

The Old Farmer’s Almanac is the longest continuously published periodical in North America, having been released every year since 1792. The Canadian version of the almanac began publication in 1982. 

The River Street Promotions team is over the moon after Saturday’s Homestand ’24 charity concert sold out every ticket. The event raises money primarily for youth mental wellness in both Prairie South and Holy Trinity Catholic School Divisions, covering most of south Saskatchewan.

Funds are also donated to the maintenance and beautification of Ross Wells Ballpark, where the concert is held. Upkeep of the ballpark provides a direct way to contribute to the area that hosts the event, and keeps a valuable local sports center open for Moose Javians to enjoy.

SaskPower has created a wholly owned subsidiary called ‘SaskNuclear’ as part of the federally regulated process that could result in a 2029 decision to proceed with building a nuclear power plant. The creation of SaskNuclear ticks an important box in the strict licensing checklist overseen by the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC). 

With some unusual break-outs in eastern provinces, Dr. David Torr at the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) talked about pertussis, also known as whooping cough or the 100-day cough, and whether the respiratory illness poses any risk in Saskatchewan. 

“I’m one of the Medical Health Officers working under the Department of Public Health and Preventative Medicine,” Torr explained. “I’m also the Area Department Lead for ... the integrated rural area, that’s the south area of Saskatchewan.” 

Saskatchewan’s Public Safety Agency (SPSA) has created a web application designed to make it easier for residents and communities faced with emergency evacuation orders. 

The ‘Saskatchewan Evacuation App’ (Sask Evac App at app.saskecs.ca) helps residents who have left their homes to stay connected to their communities and provide their leadership with essential information.