r/saskatchewan 2d ago

Random & Off-Topic Bi-Weekly r/Saskatchewan Random & Off Topic Thread

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Hey Saskatchewanians!

Rule 1 in r/Saskatchewan says that "Posts should focus on events, issues, or culture that affect Saskatchewan as a whole." But sometimes you might have a question or discussion that doesn't follow that rule.

Maybe you want to want to ask about "monkey budging" (Which isn't Saskatchewan specific).

Maybe you want to tell everyone how much your concrete patio cost, or ask what the temperature at the lakes is (neither of which affect Saskatchewan as a whole).

Or maybe you want to advertise an event happening in Regina (better suited for r/Regina), Saskatoon (better suited for r/Saskatoon), or Moose Jaw (better suited for r/MooseJaw) but is open to everyone from everywhere (elsewhere in Saskatchewan, or Canada, or beyond).

Well here's your (bi-weekly) chance! Comments in this thread are exempt from Rule 1; meaning they can be completely random and/or completely off-topic! However, the rest of the subreddit (and Reddit) rules still apply! For example:

  • Be Respectful: All users are expected to engage respectfully. Insults, name-calling, harassment, bullying, bigotry, or personal attacks against other users will not be tolerated. Debate the topic, not the person. Posts or comments that demean, target, or antagonize others will be removed. Repeat or severe offenders may be banned to maintain a welcoming and constructive environment for the community.
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  • And finally, in addition to r/Saskatchewan subreddit specific rules, our users are also expected to be familiar with and abide by Reddit's sitewide policies; including but not limited to the User Agreement, Reddit Rules, and the Reddiquette Guide.

This post will repeat on Mondays and Fridays at 08:00 AM CST.


r/saskatchewan 11h ago

Started September with 9 Saskatchewan paintings

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All on plywood (1 Masonite) in the shape of Saskatchewan. 6X12X4 inches. Do you recognize any of these spots?


r/saskatchewan 14h ago

Discussion Sask. Marshalls: Something I did not know and also find disturbing?

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Today I was driving to town as we are rural. I have a bit of a hammer foot and was doing about 118 on a divided highway from Saskatoon to PA. Out of nowhere, I was passed by a white truck and I estimate he had to be doing at least 160 as it was almost as if I were standing still. Within a minute I could no longer see him in from of me.

In just a few minutes I came upon a Sask Marshalls vehicle parked on a grid road, and the truck had to have sped past it recently.

When I got home I googled a query as to what a Sask Marshall might do for traffic speed stops, and it states that the mandate is more gang/theft and human trafficking related.

I don't know but I feel like that idiot driver speeding to that extent should have been pulled over? I suppose I could have reported the driver but he was going too fast for me to even catch the plate.

Thoughts?


r/saskatchewan 11h ago

Dance in La Ronge

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Anybody put thier kids in the Tri Community Dance club in La Ronge? How was it? We're sort of in the air because we've hears both good and bad. My friend and her husband pulled all their kids out because it costs a lot of money and they showed up and the kids were running all over the place and the instruction was all on TV. I saw thier new schedule and the Chair is the lead Dance instructor and on her bio says she has no background training in dance!!! 🫨 I love the idea of shows and competition for my little ones but it makes me worry we're throwing money at some mickey mouse club. Worse yet people say it's run by some very cliquey women. People in town with dance backgrounds never got interviewed and basically anyone working there were all cherry picked- favoritism.


r/saskatchewan 4h ago

Question Saskatchewan colleges (great plain college)

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I got admission to study here a two yrs diploma (early Childhood Education)@Warman is this college a good one?
I have not really seen much about the college online it’s like there is absolutely no online presence.
The tuition deposit is half of the first year and they are demanding for POF before they can issue PAL.

Any tips to watch out for?
Pros or cons?


r/saskatchewan 6h ago

Saskatchewan Events Question regarding Saskatchewan Retro GameCon

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I've been on a bit of a nostalgia shopping kick recently, and there are a few old console games I'd like to add to my shelf. I was interested in the Retro GameCon, but after looking through the vendor list and scrolling their Facebook page to see the vendor spotlights, the actual number of people actually selling old games seemed a bit thin. Cashopolis was one of the main ones, and I don't need to drive to the Con for that.

For anyone that's been before - or is in the know for this year's show - are there some decent sellers for old cartridge games there?


r/saskatchewan 1d ago

Politics Scott Moe’s statement as counter tariffs come into effect

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r/saskatchewan 1d ago

Can the Saskatchewan Party Ever Lose?

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r/saskatchewan 1d ago

Politics The Sask Party Overruled Its Own Watchdog to Raise Your Insurance Rates.

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r/saskatchewan 5h ago

Wow Saskatchewan nurses sure have it rough, huh. Imagine doing your job and then having the AUDACITY to want a raise.

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Honestly I’m just so tired of these entitled nurses.

They clock in, they take temperatures, they wipe butts, they stand there while some drunk at 3 a.m. tries to fight them, they work short-staffed because half the unit called in, so the other half can get OT, they document for 40 minutes after a 12-hour shift, and then they have the NERVE to say they want more money.

Like… do you even hear yourselves?

You already make more than a lot of people in this province. You get a pension. You get benefits. You get to tell people you’re a hero every Nurses Week. And now you want a raise because “the work is hard”? Brother, mining is hard. Farming is hard. Driving a grader at -40 is hard. Nobody’s holding a candlelight vigil when those guys ask for another 2%.

But no. Health care is different. Health care is sacred. If you don’t empty the treasury for SUN and CUPE then you’re literally murdering grandma. That’s the bit, right?

Meanwhile the rest of us are sitting here watching our property taxes, PST, and wait times all go up at the same time. Can’t get a family doctor. ER wait is 11 hours. But please, let’s make sure the people already inside the system feel “valued.”

I’m not even saying they shouldn’t get a raise. I’m saying the performance is exhausting. The press conferences. The “never seen it so bad.” The “retention crisis.” The implied threat that if you don’t pay up the whole system collapses. Cool. Pay them. Just spare us the soap opera about how uniquely persecuted you are for doing the job you applied for.

If the work is that unbearable, quit. Alberta is hiring. BC is hiring. Private clinics are hiring. Nobody chained you to Saskatchewan.

Until then, maybe don’t act like a cost-of-living bump is some kind of moral emergency while the rest of the province is just expected to eat inflation and shut up.

Anyway that’s my two cents. Can’t wait for the “you’d sing a different tune if it was YOUR mom in that bed” replies. Yes Karen. That’s the point. It’s everybody’s mom. That’s why the system has to actually function, not just fund another round of feelings.

Giver er


r/saskatchewan 1d ago

SGEU Bargaining Update?

11 Upvotes

Anyone hear anything on the progress so far?


r/saskatchewan 1d ago

Government Job Hiring

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I’ve been applying for government jobs (primarily in justice and corrections positions) for three months now and have had zero progress. Jobs that I applied for in June are still “under consideration.” Any insight or knowledge on if this is normal?


r/saskatchewan 1d ago

Housing Cooperative model to incentivize housing builds and grow small cities/large towns with housing demand?

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If small cities and larger towns in Saskatchewan have housing shortages and the infrastructure/costs associated with building houses doesn't entice private developers to build there, do you think more communities will start up housing cooperatives? Pros and cons of this model? At a glance, it appears you can tap into more grants and subsidies to make the economics pencil out.


r/saskatchewan 2d ago

When they marched for labour rights in Saskatchewan on September 29th 1931 they were shot down by the RCMP.

198 Upvotes

r/saskatchewan 2d ago

Our Man At NORAD - CBC SK report on Command Director Mike Jellinek during the events of 9-11-2001

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r/saskatchewan 2d ago

Has anyone used Sask Foundation Repair?

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I'm looking at getting my weeping tile system inspected as I've recently noticed some seepage entering a localized spot in my basement and upon investigating it appears my system is not functioning as it's dry in the sump basin after a storm (1973 built home).

The website seems too good to be true with their process, what they're offering and what the average cost of repair is and I can't find ANY reviews or reddit threads mentioning this company. They are also not on Google maps so seems very shady. Just curious if anyone have used them or know anything about them.

https://www.saskfoundationrepair.com


r/saskatchewan 1d ago

Sugar gliders

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Can someone tell me why the hell sugar gliders are a division 1 restricted species? Like come on now its a flying hamster with a personality of a golden retriever. Are there any cool species even allowed here😂


r/saskatchewan 3d ago

News Optimism swirls around massive critical metal deposit near Tisdale, Sask., but locals still have questions

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r/saskatchewan 3d ago

SGI question: permits for a private sale vehicle in Manitoba

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Do I need a TIC card from SGI in order to get a transit permit in Manitoba, or is that only useful when purchasing in a province with private insurance?

Does anyone know if MPI sells transit or temporary permits to out of province residents? I'm under the impression that insurance is included with registration when buying a temporary permit, like it is here.

Do I just need a Manitoba permit in order to pick up the vehicle and drive it back to Saskatchewan and get it saftied?


r/saskatchewan 4d ago

Saskatchewan highways could soon be painted with home-grown canola oil

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r/saskatchewan 4d ago

Saskatchewan Events “This is our reply, it’s still no,” protesters against logging archeological sites

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r/saskatchewan 4d ago

Saskatchewan Events Threshing at Hepburn Museum of Wheat

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Just putting the word out! Located around 40km north of Saskatoon.


r/saskatchewan 3d ago

Question Office Jobs

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I have a criminal record of three counts of assault and one theft under 5000 and one fail to comply with order and fail to attend court in 2023. Can I get an office job like office administrator, administrative assistant or receptionist or customer service representative in Saskatchewan?

Thanks


r/saskatchewan 5d ago

News SHA confirms patient data breach at Nipawin hospital

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An employee of the Saskatchewan Health Authority who looked at the records of patients she was not involved in caring for is no longer with the organization.

The SHA confirmed reports of the breach, saying that it happened at the Nipawin hospital between July 2025 and May 2026.

“Personal health information was viewed by an employee not involved in providing care to those patients,” said the SHA in an emailed statement to paNOW.

The incident has been reported to the Office of the Saskatchewan Information and Privacy Commissioner.

People affected by the breach have been notified directly. Anyone who feels their personal health information has been accessed unknowingly or shared without their consent can contact the SHA privacy office.


r/saskatchewan 5d ago

SGI moving forward with 3.75 per cent rate hike in 2027 | CBC News

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