Sarah Mills: A social media ban for kids under 16 is worthy of debate
It has been adopted in Australia, and now the Saskatchewan government wants to hear views on whether kids should be allo...
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Reduced immigration sees Sask. population drop slightly in third quarter
Reduced immigration is leading to lower population levels across most Canadian provinces, including Saskatchewan, but at lower rates. In Saskatchewan, the quarterly population dropped by .06 per cent,...
Dec 21, 2025
Meadow Lake boxer turns debut loss into learning moment ahead of home bout
In the quiet moments before the bell, Kody Couillonneur stood outside the ropes and tried to steady his breathing. The crowd in Regina was loud, the lights bright, and the weight of the moment heavy. ...
Dec 21, 2025
Battlefords Tribal Council unveils $230M plan for new casino, arena and major community upgrades
By Kenneth Cheung The Battlefords Tribal Council has unveiled a $230-million development plan that includes a new casino, a 3,000-seat arena, a new high school, affordable housing and expanded health ...
Dec 14, 2025
Snowmobile registration fees increase to help clubs across the province
By Alyssa Rudolph Snowmobile registration fees are rising to better support clubs facing higher operating expenses. The Saskatchewan Snowmobile Association (SSA) collects the money from each registere...
Dec 14, 2025
'The doors are opening': Sask. First Nation chief sees hopeful shift in Ottawa
By Kenneth Cheung Having witnessed sacred belongings return to their homelands and taken part in national conversations in Ottawa, a Saskatchewan First Nation chief says he senses the federal governme...
Dec 13, 2025
Ottawa 'deeply concerned' as BATC chiefs sound alarm over violence and policing gaps
Public Safety Canada says it is "deeply concerned" by escalating violence in Battlefords Agency Tribal Chiefs (BATC) communities and is working with Saskatchewan and BATC member nations to improve pol...
Dec 13, 2025
From basement drum kits to SCMA awards, Battlefords' Kurtis Kopp finds his rhythm in the spotlight
By Kenneth Cheung When the lights came up inside the Saskatchewan Country Music Awards (SCMA) hall in Regina, Kurtis Kopp walked out with more than hardware in his hands. He carried a history that beg...
Dec 06, 2025
'This is not an Indian problem. This is a social problem,' BATC chief says as policing concerns escalate
Chiefs with the Battlefords Agency Tribal Chiefs (BATC) say shootings, gang activity, drug trafficking and delayed RCMP response times have created a public-safety crisis in their communities, and the...
Dec 06, 2025
North Battleford lets drivers turn parking fines into holiday cheer
Getting a parking ticket rarely sparks holiday cheer - unless you live in North Battleford. The city is once again turning December fines into Christmas toys for families who need them most. From Dec....
Nov 29, 2025 From Dec. 1 to 19, anyone who receives a parking ticket in North Battleford can pay their fine by donating a new, unwrapped toy equal to the ticket’s value. (650 CKOM file photo)
Sask. First Nations hockey player recruited for U13 World Cup Series
By Alyssa Rudolph Jolene Starblanket says her son Logan is "very grateful" after the recent announcement of his recruitment for the U13 Bauer World Cup Series in Paris, France. Logan Pahsaknunk, is an...
Nov 29, 2025
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The Evan Bray Show - Tuesday, March 31
Today on The Evan Bray Show, Evan discusses the impacts social media is having on childhood today, the spike in need fro...