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Saskatchewan Government Enhances Midwifery Services to Elevate Maternal Care

Saskatchewan Government Enhances Midwifery Services to Elevate Maternal Care

Apr 15, 2024 | 10:48am
In a move aimed at bolstering maternal care services, the Government of Saskatchewan has announced significant amendments to The Midwifery Regulations. These revisions, proposed by the Saskatchewan College of Midwives (SCM), are poised to strengthen the role of midwives across the province, enabling them to provide comprehensive care within their full scope of practice. The […]
Naturopathic doctors aren’t solution to primary care crisis: doctors, health experts

Naturopathic doctors aren’t solution to primary care crisis: doctors, health experts

Mar 25, 2024 | 7:52am
Vancouver naturopathic doctor Vanessa Lindsay has been treating a longtime patient’s high blood pressure through nutrition and exercise. “She’s lost weight. She’s stronger. She’s eating well. She’s hydrated. She’s sleeping better,” said Lindsay. But the patient is still on two blood pressure medications — and because naturopathic doctors in British Columbia are allowed to prescribe […]
RCMP officers going through First Aid Training to assist injured police dogs

RCMP officers going through First Aid Training to assist injured police dogs

Feb 19, 2024 | 6:00am
Police Dogs and K-9 Units have become as common in police forces as badges and guns. In 2023, RCMP police dogs and their handlers responded to 1035 calls for service in Saskatchewan in 2023. Not all of these situations are safe, and occasionally police dogs are injured as they face the same risks an RCMP […]

Nova Scotia mass shooting inquiry identifies many RCMP failings, recommends overhaul

Mar 30, 2023 | 9:15am

A public inquiry has found widespread failures in how the Mounties responded to Canada’s worst mass shooting and recommends that Ottawa rethink the RCMP’s central role in Canadian policing. “The RCMP must finally undergo the fundamental change that previous reports have called for,” commissioner Leanne Fitch said in front of more than 200 people gathered […]

Mosaic company provides one million dollars for indigenous skills training program

Aug 18, 2022 | 2:01pm

—- The Mosaic company has announced a one million dollar investment in Morris Interactive potash digital skills training program for indigenous students. The training program is rooted in reconciliation and targeted toward First Nations, Metis and Inuit individuals. The five year investment follows in-kind support of on site practicums, student mentoring and training content. Mosaic […]

Airport conducting fire training

May 12, 2022 | 9:33am

Regina residents are being reminded not to worry if they see smoke coming from the airport. The Regina Airport Authority will be conducting controlled fire training. The training will result in large plumes of smoke near the airport. Transport Canada regulates all of the training procedures conducted by the RAA Emergency Services.