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Promising pre-clinical results for USask VIDO-InterVac COVID-19 vaccine

Promising pre-clinical results for USask VIDO-InterVac COVID-19 vaccine

A COVID-19 vaccine candidate developed by the University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization-International Vaccine Centre (VIDO-InterVac) has cleared another major milestone in moving towards human clinical trials: t

NDP calls out Sask. Party for issuing $56 million special warrant, province responds

The NDP criticized the Sask. Party on Monday for issuing what they called a “blank cheque” special warrant of $56 million, and continued their call to resume legislative business to table a full budget.

SaskPolytech receives $2 million in federal and provincial funding

For Saskatchewan’s first Technology Access Centre
Only two new cases of COVID-19 in Sask. today

Only two new cases of COVID-19 in Sask. today

As of May 25, 2020, Saskatchewan has two new confirmed cases of COVID-19, bringing the provincial total to 634. One new case is in the Far North, and the other is in the North. Of the 634 reported cases, 81 are considered active.
Second phase reopening details coming soon for Manitoba, no new cases found Monday

Second phase reopening details coming soon for Manitoba, no new cases found Monday

Manitoba officials will release exact plans for the province's second phase of reopening the economy later this week. Dr.
Province marks Aquatic Invasive Species Awareness Week

Province marks Aquatic Invasive Species Awareness Week

The Government of Saskatchewan has proclaimed May 24 to 30 as Aquatic Invasive Species Awareness Week to raise awareness of the threat of invasive species to our province’s waterbodies.
Writhing, slithering snakes emerge from hibernation near Pelly

Writhing, slithering snakes emerge from hibernation near Pelly

A sight that may not be everyone’s idea of a fun way to spend an afternoon, greeted some Kamsack residents recently.
New seasonal grill opens in Sturgis

New seasonal grill opens in Sturgis

Autumn's Place Grill and Dairy Bar opened for business in Sturgis on May 4 with overwhelming support, stated owners Chad and Kim Rose. "We were looking at different options after we addressed the need for something in the town," said Kim.
COVID-19 UPDATE - Two new cases, three more recoveries, five in hospital

COVID-19 UPDATE - Two new cases, three more recoveries, five in hospital

As of May 24, 2020, Saskatchewan has two new confirmed cases of COVID-19, bringing the provincial total to 632. The two new cases are in the Far North. Of the 632 reported cases, 87 are considered active.

Canora/Sturgis RCMP Detachment activity report for May 7 to May 14

The Canora/Sturgis RCMP responded to 38 calls for service during the reporting period, some of which included: six provincial statutes, seven mischiefs, two assaults, two impaired drivers, two uttering threats, two thefts, and one break and enter.
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