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Saskatchewan proposes Adoption Act updates to focus on cultural connection
The Saskatchewan government is launching public consultations on proposed changes to its adoption laws in an effort to better protect children’s identities and community connections. Read more: ATCO sees opportunities in Canada’s North On May 15, the province announced it is seeking feedback on planned updates to The Adoption Act, 1998 and The Adoption Regulations,…
City debt climbs as Cenovus Energy Hub funding wraps up
A slow start to the year and a lack of major projects highlighted the City of Lloydminster’s first financial update of 2026. Read more: Saskatchewan police seize 40kg of drugs, lay 700-plus charges Ryan Hill, financial planning and analysis manager for the city, presented at the Governance and Priorities Committee meeting on May 11, updating…
New RCMP report reveals surge in retail theft and human trafficking
Retail theft, sexually related offenses and overdoses have been keeping RCMP busy, as Staff Sgt. Jerry Nutbrown updates council on his units’ work. Read more: Lloydminster drinking water advisory lifted after testing confirms safety Nutbrown heads the general investigation section (GIS), currently comprised of 11 regular members and a municipal employee. “We’ve got a serious…
Saskatchewan wholesale trade hits $4.1B as growth ranks second in Canada
Saskatchewan’s wholesale trade sector continues to outpace most of the country, posting a 4.3 per cent year-over-year increase, according to the latest figures from Statistics Canada. Read more: WHL’s Giants secure second-round steal in drafting NAX defenceman Leinenweber Data released on May 14 for March 2026 shows the province captured the number two spot nationwide…
Word on the beat: Traffic violation tips
On March 13, the Government of Alberta raised fines for several traffic violations, so I thought this would be a good time to offer some advice. Read more: Word on the beat: Risks to police officers The ever-popular glazing/tint ticket increased to $105 and careless driving increased to $852. Speeding fines, penalties for using a…