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What is the notwithstanding clause? An explainer on the rarely used provision

What is the notwithstanding clause? An explainer on the rarely used provision

Sep 29, 2023 | 7:55am
Premier Scott Moe has pledged his government will use the notwithstanding clause of the Constitution and pass legislation this fall to ensure the province’s school pronoun policy remains in place.  He made the comment shortly after a judge granted an injunction to pause the policy, which requires parental consent when children under 16 want to […]
Child Advocate Urges Changes to Child Gender/Pronoun Policy

Child Advocate Urges Changes to Child Gender/Pronoun Policy

Sep 15, 2023 | 5:57pm
Saskatchewan’s child advocate has released a report saying the province’s pronoun policy in schools violates rights to gender identity and expression. “The policy clearly discriminates against transgender children who are unable or unwilling to seek parental consent for the use of their preferred name and pronouns,” said Lisa Broda in a 41-page report released Friday. […]

Regina Walsh Acres

Aug 2, 2023 | 11:33am

There are three provincial byelections set for Saskatchewan on August 10th. Two of the contested ridings are in Regina; the third is Lumsden Morse, with all three being closely watched, with a full provincial election scheduled for the year. Regina Walsh Acres is one of those ridings which will elect a new Member of the […]

Saskatchewan Liberal Party becomes Saskatchewan Progress Party

Jul 19, 2023 | 6:51am

The Saskatchewan Liberal Party has undergone a transformation and emerged as the Saskatchewan Progress Party. With a fresh name and brand, the Sask Progress Party is presenting itself as a viable alternative to the two historic political brands in the province – the New Democrats and the Saskatchewan Party. The party logo is now a […]