Jenny Hagan

In the vast prairies of Saskatchewan, a familiar yet unsettling sight has become more common: skies tinged with an eerie orange hue, the sun struggling to shine through a thick veil of smoke. Wildfire season, once a predictable pattern of occasional forest fires, has evolved into a more persistent and disruptive force, altering the province’s summer landscape in profound ways.

Fourteen new physicians have begun practicing in rural communities across Saskatchewan after successfully completing the Saskatchewan International Physician Practice Assessment (SIPPA) program in May. This program plays a crucial role in addressing the healthcare needs of smaller and more remote areas in the province.

Two west-central communities welcome new physicians. Unity with Dr. Taban Rahjoo and Outlook welcomes Dr. Mohammadreza Rostamzadeh Khouzani 

In the vast prairies of Saskatchewan, a familiar yet unsettling sight has become more common: skies tinged with an eerie orange hue, the sun struggling to shine through a thick veil of smoke. Wildfire season, once a predictable pattern of occasional forest fires, has evolved into a more persistent and disruptive force, altering the province’s summer landscape in profound ways.

There is the age-old joke that forecasters are the only people who can be wrong 90% of the time and still keep a job. Even those in the weather world joke about this, mainly to keep at bay the frustrations of trying to predict the unpredictable, especially in the Canadian prairies.

As the summer heat fades and the leaves begin to turn, Saskatchewan’s landscapes undergo a stunning transformation, making fall one of the best times to go camping in the province. Whether you’re a seasoned camper or a weekend warrior, autumn offers unique experiences that make it an ideal season to pitch a tent or park an RV. Here’s why fall camping in Saskatchewan is truly great.

A collaborative effort in Leader has brought a vibrant new mural to the community hall, thanks to the dedication of local youth and support from the Community Initiatives Fund. The project, which was designed to engage and inspire young artists, has transformed the space with a colourful display that now adorns the wall above the canteen.

Saskatchewan Blue Cross has contributed $34,100 to fund essential healthcare equipment for rural hospitals across the province.

The long-awaited sequel to the 1996 hit movie Twister has stormed its way to Cinema Twin Theatre under the title Twisters. With a fresh cast of characters, fans and storm chasers alike are eager to see if this new installment will have the same impact on the world of storm chasing as the original did.

Saskatchewan was treated to a breathtaking display as the Perseid meteor shower coincided with a vibrant aurora borealis over Grasslands National Park. The rare celestial event transformed the dark prairie skies creating a once-in-a-lifetime spectacle.

The Perseid meteor shower, known for its high rate of shooting stars, reached its peak over the weekend. As Earth passed through the debris trail of Comet Swift-Tuttle, meteors zipped across the sky, leaving trails behind. But this year, the Perseids were not the only stars of the show.

Stargazers, get ready! One of the most spectacular celestial events of the year, the Perseid meteor shower, is about to reach its peak, promising a dazzling display of shooting stars that you won’t want to miss.