• Strong and Steady Saskatchewan: Government Introduces Legislation to Strengthen Saskatchewan's Response to Human Trafficking

  Source: Saskatchewan - Government News
  Date: 2026-11-03 02:38:00.0
  Tags: [Saskatchewan, Justice, Public Safety]

  The Government of Saskatchewan introduced new human trafficking legislation on November 2, 2026, to strengthen provincial response efforts by increasing reporting requirements and police powers. Spearheaded by Justice Minister and Attorney General Tim McLeod, K.C., the legislation mandates that hotel operators, online accommodation platforms, and driver-for-hire services report suspected trafficking activities. Additionally, the amendments require hotel operators to maintain detailed customer registers, authorize police to demand register access based on reasonable grounds to locate victims, and mandate written and annual police reporting regarding register requests.

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• Strong and Steady Saskatchewan: Legislation Introduced to Strengthen Protections for First Responders

  Source: Saskatchewan - Government News
  Date: 2026-10-29 23:00:00.0
  Tags: [Saskatchewan, Justice, Public Safety]

  The Government of Saskatchewan introduced amendments to the Mandatory Testing and Disclosure (Bodily Substances) Act to provide police officers, first responders, and victims of crime with quicker access to testing orders and results when exposed to another person's bodily substances. Announced by Justice Minister and Attorney General Tim McLeod and Community Safety Minister Michael Weger, the legislative changes aim to expedite medical treatment decisions following high-risk exposures while maintaining existing privacy protections, court oversight, and confidentiality rules under the Act. The Saskatchewan Association of Chiefs of Police (SACP), led by President Chief Davies, supported the proposed statutory changes to help front-line personnel address health and safety concerns.

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• Reminder: Firearms Amnesty Extended Beyond October 30 Expiry Date

  Source: Saskatchewan - Government News
  Date: 2026-10-23 22:00:00.0
  Tags: [Saskatchewan, National, Justice, Public Safety, Governance]

  The Government of Canada has extended its federal firearms amnesty period beyond the previously scheduled expiry date of October 30, 2026, tying the new deadline to 90 days after the Supreme Court of Canada renders its decision on appeals challenging the May 2020 firearms prohibitions. The amendment covers amnesty orders associated with federal bans implemented in May 2020, December 2024, and March 2025, protecting affected individuals and businesses from criminal liability while maintaining compliance. In response, the Saskatchewan Firearms Office continues to provide provincial support through its Firearms Verification and Appraisal Service, offering firearm verification, certificates of exemption, and appraisals for affected owners and businesses navigating the federal regulations.

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• Saskatchewan Expands Ewikīwiyāhn Program to Improve Community Safety

  Source: Saskatchewan - Government News
  Date: 2026-10-15 23:00:00.0
  Tags: [Saskatchewan, Justice, Public Safety, Indigenous, Social Services]

  The Government of Saskatchewan is investing nearly $50,000 in the 2026-27 fiscal year to fund Phase Two of the Ewikīwiyāhn Indigenous Teachings and Healing Program across provincial adult correctional facilities. Created with guidance from Elders and Knowledge Keepers, the 15-session Indigenous-led curriculum combines traditional teachings like the Medicine Wheel and Seven Grandfather Teachings with practical life skills to support rehabilitation and reintegration. Phase Two focuses on training cultural coordinators to establish consistent, sustainable delivery across the adult correctional system following a successful pilot phase launched in March 2026 at the Whitespruce Provincial Training Centre and the Prince Albert Correctional Centre.

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