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SASKATOON NEWS
New Saskatoon library receives $1.5M donation for auditorium
The Saskatoon Public Library received a $1.5-million donation to support the new central library's auditorium, as construction remains on time and on budget for a likely fall 2027 opening.
Saskatoon grants 30-day extension for BRT land negotiations
Saskatoon city councilors voted to delay potential BRT land expropriations for 30 days, giving six property owners more time to negotiate land sales needed for new bus rapid transit stations.
Saskatoon tightens its financial rules after $21.6M funding blunder
City councillors and committee members learned more about a multi-million-dollar mistake by city administration at a Tuesday committee meeting, largely attributed to human error and tight timelines.
Saskatchewan Rush welcome new faces as training camp gets underway
Trades, free agency and a dispersal draft have meant a brand new look for the Saskatchewan Rush, as training camp opens ahead of their 2026-27 National Lacrosse League season.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS
Regina plan could see up to 40 playgrounds eliminated
Regina's Executive Committee has endorsed a report that would lead to a system of destination and neighbourhood playgrounds - one that could eliminate up to 40.
Canadians react to midterm results as 'blue wave' washes over U.S.
A Regina-born nurse living in Texas says she's "in disbelief" over the shocking win by the Democrats in the U.S. midterm election results, especially in Republican strongholds such as Texas.
VIDEO: Sask. unveils first-in-the-world tech for analyzing minerals
The Saskatchewan Research Council has unveiled new services in Saskatoon that will improve and speed up the process of identifying possible mineral deposits based on samples of singular mineral grains.
Dozens reflect at Sask. Legislative Building during public remembrance service
Every year, a few days before Remembrance Day, a ceremony is held in the legislative building in Regina to honour those who left the public service to serve their country in the military.
SPORTS
SJHL stars shine at Western All-Star Challenge in Martensville
An 8-6 comeback victory for the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League on Wednesday helped the hosts sweep the 2026 Western All-Star Challenge over the MJHL in front of junior and university scouts.
Rolan Milligan focused on getting healthy for 2027, wants to return to Saskatchewan
Rolan Milligan only appeared in two games in 2026 due to injuries. Considered one of the top defenders in the CFL, the pending free agent says he's made it known he wants to stay in Saskatchewan.
Ice hockey world championship sponsors increase pressure on IIHF over Russia's return
The tournament's main sponsor, automaker Skoda, says it will "reassess" its involvement if Russia plays, and another longtime backer, Strauss, says it would refuse to have its logo shown.
Russia barred from Alberta world juniors, PM Carney says
Carney says Russia will not be allowed to compete next month and Russian and Belarusian athletes will not be permitted to represent their countries in Canada as long as the war in Ukraine continues.
CANADA & WORLD
What comes next after Democrats make big gains in U.S. midterms?
On Wednesday, Americans awoke to learn that the Democrats had taken control of both the House and Senate in the midterm elections, claiming full control of the U.S. Congress.
LeBlanc says U.S. midterm results won't change Ottawa's plans to diversify trade
Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc says talks with the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump have been productive and he looks forward to speaking more with his American counterparts.
Beijing, Ottawa agree to extend deal on canola, Chinese steel access to late 2028
Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu says that deal is being extended by two years, to the end of 2028. He says the credit goes to a trade body Canada and China relaunched in January.
Conservation officer says multiple bears may be behind B.C. attack that killed two
The attack comes nearly a year after a grizzly attack on a group of 20 elementary school students and teachers in the same area, which left one adult and three children badly hurt.
AGRICULTURE
Beijing, Ottawa agree to extend deal on canola, Chinese steel access to late 2028
Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu says that deal is being extended by two years, to the end of 2028. He says the credit goes to a trade body Canada and China relaunched in January.
Ministers MacDonald, Sidhu lead dual trade push in China as year-end tariff deadline looms
The dual-ministerial mission is a precursor to the APEC summit happening Nov. 18-19 at Shenzhen, China, where Prime Minister Mark Carney is slated to meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping.
Farmgate milk price to increase by 2.8 per cent in 2027
In addition to the adjustment to the price of milk, the commission will increase its carrying charges. The commission collects carrying charges to partially offset the cost of storage programs.
Monette Farms bidding window extended into November
Monette Farms entered creditor protection in April, owing over $900 million to secured lenders. Sworn filings show the group operated across roughly 274,000 owned acres and 218,000 leased acres.
SASKATCHEWAN STORIES WITH BRITTANY CAFFET
No snow, no wind, no bugs: Going underground at Cigar Lake
While most of Saskatchewan battles notoriously unpredictable weather, Cameco's Cigar Lake mine offers a remarkably consistent climate. But to enjoy it, you'll have to go nearly 500 metres underground.
A place on the pitch: Leo Leptich's first step into team soccer
He knows he can get hurt more easily than other kids because of his rare skin condition. But Leo Leptich also knows that being different doesn't mean he can't play. Now, he's getting his chance.
Q&A: What Chantell Butler wants you to know about dwarfism
What should you say? When should you offer help? And what do people get wrong about dwarfism? Chantell Butler answers these questions and more in a frank and open discussion.
Meet Jovi Wagner, Saskatoon's world champion dog groomer
Wagner has spent a lifetime making dogs look their best. Now, the Churchill Dog Groomers owner has helped lead Canada to a historic gold medal on the world stage.
