Wildfires are threatening homes, campgrounds and entire communities across our near north. Some fires are already four times the size of major Saskatchewan cities, and conditions continue to change quickly.
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LATEST WILDFIRE NEWS
Have your say about how you were impacted by Sask.'s 2025 wildfires
The survey is open until Jan. 30, 2026, and is available for anyone impacted by the wildfires to provide their experiences to strengthen future handling of blazes. Responses will be anonymous.
Dec 20, 2025
Red Cross program supports Sask. businesses, nonprofits affected by 2025 wildfires
The funds can be used to cover expenses like clean-up costs, the Red Cross explained, along with insurance deductibles, costs to store or move inventory and other "urgent expenses."
Dec 12, 2025
Denare Beach residents say SPSA didn't listen to locals about wildfire action
People from Denare Beach joined Sask. NDP at the legislature to support a new bill that would require the province to come up with a wildfire management strategy that includes consultation with locals.
Dec 03, 2025
Wildfires, tariffs and health care: Province expecting $427 million deficit
Despite budgeting for a $12 million surplus when the fiscal year began, the province said it now expects a large deficit and pointed to expenses like wildfires, health care and pressures from tariffs.
Nov 25, 2025
Volunteer firefighter joins call for public inquiry into wildfire response
Harley Vliegenthart wants a public inquiry into the government's response to the wildfire season, saying it's the public that's still suffering, and everything should be presented in front of the public.
Nov 06, 2025
Saskatchewan NDP calls for public inquiry into 2025 wildfire response
NDP northern affairs critic Jordan McPhail said this year's wildfire response was a monumental failure. But despite his call for an inquiry, an independent review process at the SPSA is already underway.
Oct 17, 2025
Temporary homes in Denare Beach, Creighton provide much-needed relief: Councillor
The temporary homes were delivered by the Government of Saskatchewan to provide shelter to people in those communities who lost their homes in the devastating Wolf Fire during the summer.
Oct 14, 2025
There are lessons to be learned from Canada's wildfire season and evacuations
George Fontaine, mayor of Flin Flon where 5,000 were evacuated, said a key takeaway is that wildfire crews should be prepared to face blazes earlier than normal. "Nature's not waiting and we can't."
Oct 12, 2025
More Canadians report being affected by extreme weather after hot, dry summer: poll
This year saw wildfires consume nearly 90,000 square kilometres in Canada - an area larger than New Brunswick - making it the second-worst wildfire season on record.
Sep 24, 2025
Study estimates 2023 Canadian wildfire smoke caused 82,000 premature deaths globally
The study acknowledges some variation in mortality estimates depending on the methods used, but says its overall conclusion is the smoke led to an "enormous and far-reaching" health burden.
Sep 10, 2025
Unprecedented Saskatchewan wildfire season has impact on northern outfitters
Saskatchewan Commission of Professional Outfitters said the loss of operations and the cancellation of trips because of the fires resulted in revenue losses over $4 million in early part of the season.
Sep 07, 2025
'Just across the river:' Fires near Île-à-la-Crosse subdivisions keep crews busy
Vince Ahenakew, deputy mayor of Île-à-la-Crosse, said while the community is well-defended, some subdivisions are at risk. He wants to see more boots on the ground on the fire line, especially their loc...
Sep 03, 2025
La Ronge man charged with arson after allegedly starting major Weyakwin-area wildfire
After a police investigation, 29-year-old Jason Halkett was charged with one count of arson with damage to property. He was arrested in Saskatoon by city police officers on Wednesday, the RCMP said.
Aug 29, 2025
Denare Beach wildfire victims struggling with mental health
"It feels like we don't matter up here. It's just an awful feeling. I don't sleep well at night. None of us are," said Dustin Trumbley, who lost his Denare Beach home. "I'm a mental wreck."
Aug 24, 2025
Devastating wildfires have trappers bracing for 'catastrophic losses'
The Government of Saskatchewan says the trapping industry in the province includes more than 4,500 registered trappers and generates between $1.5 and $6 million every year.
Aug 23, 2025
Most wildland firefighters in Saskatchewan don't wear masks. Here's why.
Less than five per cent of personnel working the wildfires in Saskatchewan are wearing masks, and that's not likely to change any time soon despite the health risks from smoke exposure.
Aug 23, 2025
Soot from wildfires on Rocky Mountains glaciers affects Sask. water security
As 67 fires still burned in Saskatchewan on Monday, one expert says that smoke depositing soot on glaciers signals "the final end of the Ice Age," as well as affecting the province's water supply.
Aug 18, 2025
Premier defends whereabouts in the wake of Sask. wildfires
While Premier Scott Moe says he hasn't personally visited Denare Beach in the wake of the wildfires, he said his public safety minister has been advocating on its behalf.
Aug 16, 2025
Who bears responsibility to prevent wildfire disasters: Government or individuals?
In Nova Scotia and New Brunswick, last week provincial governments banned hiking, fishing and using vehicles in the woods in addition to their existing bans on open fires.
Aug 15, 2025
How Canadians can prepare for wildfire evacuations, from emergency plans to go bags
Public Safety Canada suggests an emergency kit should have non-perishable food and two litres of water per person, per day, along with medications, flashlights, a radio, cash and important documents.
Aug 13, 2025
Fire ban to remain in place after rain fails to quench fires in northern Saskatchewan
"Although there were periods of rainfall in the north this past weekend, the heavier rainfall was located in the south. Large fuels such as logs, stumps and tree trunks remain prevalent in the north."
Aug 12, 2025
Massive Shoe Fire remains uncontained as 84 blazes burn in Saskatchewan
SPSA's daily report showed on Sunday that the Shoe Fire is still the largest in the province, covering 565,701 hectares (more than 1,397,877 acres) - nearly 25 times the size of the City of Saskatoon.
Aug 10, 2025
Call to drop PST on labour to help communities rebuild after devastating wildfires
NDP Leader Carla Beck said the provincial tax on labour is "about 30 to upwards of 50 per cent of the cost" of building, and removing it would be a much needed gesture of practical help and goodwill.
Aug 09, 2025
Canada's 2025 wildfire season now second-worst on record, fuelled by Prairies blazes
This season has strained firefighting resources, displaced thousands of people and stifled communities across Canada in wildfire smoke, with Saskatchewan and Manitoba seeing the most area burned.
Aug 08, 2025
Learn the health risks associated with wildfire smoke in Saskatchewan
Dr. Simon Kapaj said health effects from wildfire smoke can range in severity, with mild symptoms including headache and a mild cough, along with irritation to the nose, eyes and throat.
Aug 08, 2025
