Tag Archives: Health
Wahpeton Dakota Nation celebrates opening of new on-reserve building for child and family services
A first-of-its kind home for child and family services (CFS), is now officially open at Wahpeton Dakota Nation, north of Prince Albert. Thursday's ribbon-cutting ceremony for QBOW's new sub-office, ma...
Feb 08, 2024
Dental providers aren't smiling about reimbursement under federal plan
Some dentists and hygienists fear they won't be fairly paid for services under a new federal dental plan, and they worry it will jeopardize the success of the massive program.Each province and territo...
Feb 08, 2024
Canada needs time for 'deeper conversation' on assisted dying, mental health: Holland
Thirteen years ago, in the throes of a major political loss and personal crisis, Mark Holland experienced the darkest period of his life.Since his return to federal politics, he's been candid about hi...
Feb 06, 2024
‘It has to stop’: First Nations leaders call for immediate help as crisis in Pelican Narrows worsens
Editor's Note: This story has since been updated with responses from the Government of Saskatchewan and Indigenous Services Canada.There is also a clarification from the RCMP on the number of staff me...
Feb 05, 2024
Study examining equine assisted therapy in P.A. area looking for more participants
A study happening in the Prince Albert area is looking for public safety workers to take part. A research team from McMaster University is trying to determine whether Equine Assisted Learning (EAL) co...
Feb 03, 2024
Volunteers needed to guide Alzheimer's Walk in Prince Albert
A spokesperson for the Alzheimer's Society of Saskatchewan said they are raising this bar this year for Prince Albert.Amanda Baker is referring to their annual fundraising walk in May and the fact the...
Feb 03, 2024
Province signs contract with PCL to construct new P.A. Victoria Hospital
It's another milestone in the largest major capital project the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) has underway in the province.PCL Construction Management Inc. (PCL), which led the 'Design Early Wor...
Feb 01, 2024
Over 100 dogs rescued from La Loche
A community-wide dog cull in La Loche has officially been called off, thanks to the efforts of some passionate volunteers.Wendy Fyrk was among three front line rescue workers who made the six hour dri...
Jan 31, 2024
Filling the gap: River Valley group provides support for first responders, veterans at inquest
First responders across central Saskatchewan have witnessed much trauma over the last few years starting in 2018 with the Humboldt Bronco's bus crash and more recently, coping with the fallout of the ...
Jan 30, 2024
Campsite reservations set to open for Prince Albert National Park
Campground reservations for Prince Albert National Park and Grasslands National Park are set to open next week. According to a release from Parks Canada, beginning at 8 a.m. on Feb. 2, visitors can se...
Jan 28, 2024
