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SASKATCHEWAN – As more contraband cigarettes are seized in Saskatchewan, police are continuing to look for ways to help stop the distribution. In July, 8.75-million unstamped cigarettes, 30 pallets full, were seized near Swift Current in a new record for highway patrol. The tobacco was on its way from Ontario to B.C. Illegal cigarettes were also seized in a bust […]

Its a story all too familiar to fire investigators. The improper disposal of “smoking material” is what led to a massive fire on Centennial Drive Saturday Night, forcing 55 people from their homes. Two people were injured, but not by burns or smoke inhalation. Both were injured trying to get away from the smoke and […]

The Government of Saskatchewan has taken a significant step in safeguarding the health and well-being of its youth by passing Bill 147 and amending The Tobacco and Vapour Products Control Act. The legislation increases the minimum age for the purchase of tobacco and vapour products from 18 to 19. Health Minister Everett Hindley said the […]

The provincial government has announced it will be discussing vaping regulations during the fall session, and the Canadian Cancer Society is thrilled by the news. This is something the society has been fighting for in Saskatchewan, since most of the country already has regulations in place. Health policy analyst with the Canadian Cancer Society Donna […]