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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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6 provinces and territories exploring adoption of new CO detector rules, Sask. minister says
Source: Territories - Northern Affairs (Yukon, NWT, Nunavut)
Date: 2026-10-29 22:04:08.0
Tags: [Saskatchewan, National, Public Safety, Housing, Governance]Effective November 1, 2026, Saskatchewan is enacting regulatory updates known as Henry's Law, which requires carbon monoxide alarms in all residential suites across multi-unit buildings, regardless of their location within the structure. Named in memory of 11-year-old Henry Losco, who died from carbon monoxide poisoning following a boiler leak in a Regina apartment building in December 2025, the legislation applies to both existing and new residential buildings. Saskatchewan's Minister of Government Relations Eric Schmalz announced that six other provincial and territorial jurisdictions—Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Yukon, and the Northwest Territories—are actively exploring the adoption of similar carbon monoxide safety rules.
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Enhanced Carbon Monoxide Alarm Requirements Take Effect November 1
Source: Saskatchewan - Government News
Date: 2026-10-29 21:00:00.0
Tags: [Saskatchewan, Housing, Public Safety]Effective November 1, 2026, the Government of Saskatchewan is implementing Henry's Law, which expands provincial safety regulations to mandate carbon monoxide alarms in all residential suites across every multi-unit residential building regardless of proximity to fuel-burning appliances. Introduced under Government Relations Minister Eric Schmalz, the legislation builds upon Saskatchewan's 2022 carbon monoxide standards following the December 2025 death of 11-year-old Henry Losco. Property owners, landlords, and the accommodation industry—represented by Hospitality Saskatchewan—must ensure full compliance with the updated rules to prevent undetected carbon monoxide exposure.
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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 Updates Chronic Wasting Disease Testing Approach for 2026-27
Source: Saskatchewan - Government News
Date: 2026-10-22 23:45:00.0
Tags: [Saskatchewan, Environment, Agriculture, Public Safety]The Government of Saskatchewan announced its updated chronic wasting disease (CWD) testing approach for the 2026-27 hunting season, maintaining mandatory testing in designated wildlife management zones and voluntary testing across the rest of the province. Led by Environment Minister Darlene Rowden, the policy responds to hunter feedback to ensure continued access to testing for wild game consumption decisions and to support ongoing wildlife health surveillance. Hunters must submit eligible samples according to regional requirements, with notifications and detailed instructions published on Saskatchewan.ca/CWD by October 31, 2026.
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Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency Highlights 2026 Operational Season
Source: Saskatchewan - Government News
Date: 2026-10-21 22:00:00.0
Tags: [Saskatchewan, Emergency, Public Safety, Environment]The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency highlighted its 2026 operational season, reporting 358 wildfires burning over 300,000 hectares, which is below the five-year to-date average of 539. Of these, 165 were human-caused and 113 were reported by the public, while interprovincial and international support was provided to the Northwest Territories, British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario, New Brunswick, and Oregon. Additionally, the SPSA Operations Division responded to 47 flooding incidents, and the Provincial Disaster Assistance Program is assisting with 186 disaster designations across the province.
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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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Supporting our Veterans Saskatchewan Veterans Service Club Support Program Benefits River Valley Resilience Retreat
Source: Saskatchewan - Government News
Date: 2026-09-29 01:00:00.0
Tags: [Saskatchewan, Social Services, Infrastructure, Public Safety]The Government of Saskatchewan announced that 64 Royal Canadian Legion branches, Army, Navy and Air Force Veterans units, and other registered non-profit veterans organizations received a total of $1.45 million through the fully subscribed Saskatchewan Veterans Service Club Support Program. Among the beneficiaries is the River Valley Resilience Retreat, which has received a cumulative $145,000 since the 2021-22 fiscal year to fund accessibility renovations, building construction, and facility improvements at its permanent facility near St. Louis, Saskatchewan. The volunteer-run facility provides peer-based support, seasonal retreats, and weekly sessions for veterans, first responders, safety personnel, and their families.
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Saskatchewan Proclaims 'Test Your Smoke Alarm Day' to Protect Families and Save Lives
Source: Saskatchewan - Government News
Date: 2026-09-28 22:00:00.0
Tags: [Saskatchewan, Public Safety, Housing]The Government of Saskatchewan has proclaimed Monday, September 28, 2026, as Test Your Smoke Alarm Day to promote home fire safety and early warning awareness. Under provincial Building Code Regulations, smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms are mandatory in all residential buildings regardless of construction date. Furthermore, under 'Henry's law' introduced in May 2026, amendments will require all suites in multi-unit residential buildings to be equipped with carbon monoxide alarms effective November 1, 2026.
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Saskatchewan Proclaims 'Test Your Smoke Alarm Day' to Protect Families and Save Lives
Source: Saskatchewan - Government News
Date: 2026-09-28 22:00:00.0
Tags: [Saskatchewan, Public Safety, Housing]The Government of Saskatchewan has proclaimed Monday, September 28, 2026, as Test Your Smoke Alarm Day to promote home fire safety and early warning awareness. Under provincial Building Code Regulations, smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms are mandatory in all residential buildings regardless of construction date. Additionally, under Henry's law, an upcoming amendment effective November 1, 2026, will require all suites in multi-unit residential buildings to be equipped with a carbon monoxide alarm.
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Saskatchewan Monthly Construction Update August 2026 Edition
Source: Saskatchewan - Government News
Date: 2026-08-31 23:00:00.0
Tags: [Saskatchewan, Infrastructure, Healthcare, Public Safety]The Government of Saskatchewan highlighted infrastructure progress in its August 2026 Monthly Construction Update, detailing advancements on two major Saskatoon projects: the Saskatoon City Hospital Acute Care expansion and the Saskatoon Complex Needs Facility. The Saskatoon City Hospital project, which is nearly 80 percent complete at Market Mall, adds 109 acute inpatient beds (including 60 Acute Medicine beds, 22 Acute Rehabilitation beds, 12 Acquired Brain Injury beds, and 15 High Acuity beds) with a scheduled completion in early 2027. Meanwhile, the Saskatoon Complex Needs Facility—located at 1701 Idylwyld Drive North by contractor Quorex Construction—has reached approximately 80 percent construction completion, delivering 30 new medical supervision and stabilization spaces across the province funded via a October 2023 initiative to support individuals struggling with addictions and relieve pressure on police cells and hospital emergency departments.
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Putting the Brakes on Unsafe Commercial Vehicles
Source: Saskatchewan - Government News
Date: 2026-08-27 23:00:00.0
Tags: [Saskatchewan, Transportation, Public Safety]As part of the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance's annual Brake Safety Week, the Saskatchewan Highway Patrol, RCMP, Ministry of Finance Revenue Division, and SGI conducted 'Operation Air Brake' inspections from August 25-27, 2026, at the Beverly Weigh Scale near Swift Current. The initiative follows a May 2026 International Roadcheck campaign in Moosomin, where officers inspected 319 commercial vehicles, resulting in 84 passes, 116 vehicles requiring attention, and 119 vehicles placed out of service. To strengthen commercial vehicle enforcement, the 2026-27 Provincial Budget increased Saskatchewan Highway Patrol funding from $7.8 million to $8.5 million, enabling the addition of five new officers.
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