Saskatoon news

• COVID-19 puts fertility treatment, family's dreams on hold

  10-04-2020 23:46 via cbc.ca
  
  Fertility treatments are on hold in Saskatchewan due to the pandemic. There's no timeline for when Saskatchewan's sole fertility clinic, located in Saskatoon, will start up again. 
  
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• Ness Creek Music Festival cancelled over COVID-19 concerns

  10-04-2020 23:32
  
  The 2020 Ness Creek Music Festival has been officially cancelled according to the Ness Creek Cultural and Recreational Society.
  
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• Prince Albert police investigating after toddler dies in Saskatoon hospital - Saskatoon StarPhoenix

  10-04-2020 22:57 via thestarphoenix.com
  Prince Albert police investigating after toddler dies in Saskatoon hospital  Saskatoon StarPhoenix
  
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• Saskatchewan weather outlook: April 10

  10-04-2020 22:25 via globalnews.ca
  
  The seven-day Saskatchewan weather forecast with Global’s Peter Quinlan for Friday, April 10.
  
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• Heartfelt moments in Saskatchewan during the novel coronavirus pandemic

  10-04-2020 22:00 via globalnews.ca
  
  Here is a look back at some heartfelt moments in the past week in Saskatchewan as we deal with the novel coronavirus pandemic.
  
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• Saskatchewan reports 6 new cases of COVID-19 bringing provincial total to 285

  10-04-2020 21:57 via globalnews.ca
  
  Health-care workers make up 10.5 per cent of Saskatchewan’s COVID-19 cases.
  
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• 7 new COVID-19 cases in Sask., 21 more recoveries

  10-04-2020 21:35
  
  There are seven new COVID-19 cases in Saskatchewan on Friday, bringing the total to 285, according to a release from the province.
  
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• City of Saskatoon to offer voluntary temporary layoff plan to employees - CBC.ca

  10-04-2020 21:25 via cbc.ca
  
  City of Saskatoon to offer voluntary temporary layoff plan to employees  CBC.ca
  
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• Saskatoon Community Foundation puts $500000 towards combating COVID-19 - News Talk 650 CKOM

  10-04-2020 20:08 via ckom.com
  
  Saskatoon Community Foundation puts $500000 towards combating COVID-19  News Talk 650 CKOM
  
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• Some Saskatchewan vets mum on suspected animal cruelty: survey

  10-04-2020 19:55 via globalnews.ca
  
  A significant number of Saskatchewan veterinarians have been silent in the face of suspected animal abuse, according to a recent survey.
  
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• Here's how Saskatchewan RCMP is spreading positivity this weekend

  10-04-2020 19:41
  
  The Saskatchewan RCMP is participating in a viral internet campaign to try and spread some positivity throughout the province this weekend.
  
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• 'This is like a big brick wall': staff at northern shelter trying to get COVID-19 tests for clients

  10-04-2020 19:40 via cbc.ca
  
  Jackie Ballantyne said there are currently three individuals at the shelter who are showing symptoms of COVID-19. She said she’s tried to get them tested at the medical centre in La Ronge, but has been advised to try and secure a referral through 811 instead.
  
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• Saskatchewan premier doesn’t see need for Emergencies Act in COVID-19 fight

  10-04-2020 19:26 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Emergencies Act would give Ottawa power to override the provinces and restrict the flow of people and goods.
  
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• Saskatoon man 3D prints 'ear savers' to make masks more comfortable for the frontline workers fighting COVID-19 - CTV News Saskatoon

  10-04-2020 19:25 via saskatoon.ctvnews.ca
  
  Saskatoon man 3D prints 'ear savers' to make masks more comfortable for the frontline workers fighting COVID-19  CTV News Saskatoon
  
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• 14-year-old charged in Saskatoon robbery - News Talk 650 CKOM

  10-04-2020 19:25 via ckom.com
  
  14-year-old charged in Saskatoon robbery  News Talk 650 CKOM
  
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• COVID-19: Saskatoon's Chinese community donates thousands of surgical masks - CTV News Saskatoon

  10-04-2020 19:24 via saskatoon.ctvnews.ca
  
  COVID-19: Saskatoon's Chinese community donates thousands of surgical masks  CTV News Saskatoon
  
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• 14-year-old boy charged in knife-point robbery

  10-04-2020 19:10
  
  A 14-year-old boy is facing charges after a reported robbery early on Saturday morning, according to the Saskatoon Police Service.
  
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• City of Saskatoon to offer voluntary temporary layoff plan to employees

  10-04-2020 19:03 via cbc.ca
  
  The City of Saskatoon is rolling out a voluntary temporary layoff program and a redeployment strategy for a number of employees in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
  
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• Mounties to enforce Quarantine Act, arrest offenders as a 'last resort'

  10-04-2020 18:59
  
  The RCMP has been asked to visit the homes of people who are required to self-isolate for two weeks after returning to Canada from abroad, to ensure compliance with the Quarantine Act that came into force last month.
  
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• Prince Albert police investigating child’s death

  10-04-2020 18:55 via globalnews.ca
  
  Police found a 3-year-old girl unresponsive at a home in the 800-block of 17th Street West in Prince Albert, Sask.
  
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• Robbery - 700 Block Central Av

  10-04-2020 18:09 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  At 6:17 this morning, police were called to a Robbery at a business in the 700 block of Central Av.  A lone male suspect entered the business produced a knife and demanded cash.  The employee suffered a minor injury.The suspect fled on foot.  A K9 team tracked the suspect and a 14 year old boy was arrested. The 14 year old suffered a minor injury after being apprehended by the SPS K9.He is charged with Robbery with a weapon, Assault with a weapon, Wearing a disguise during the com
  
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• CNIB warning physical distancing not always possible for the blind and partially sighted

  10-04-2020 17:16 via cbc.ca
  
  Jessica Bonish said even with her white cane, she is having to move onto the street to pass people lately.
  
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• Surprise fee creates uproar with nursing students at the University of Saskatchewan

  10-04-2020 16:21 via cbc.ca
  
  Earlier this month nursing students were told that they have to pay additional fees that were not collected in 2019. Unpaid fees would put holds on their education and possibly obtaining their nursing licenses. Now a petition says the error was made by the university.
  
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• Saskatoon man sentenced for possessing, transmitting child pornography - Saskatoon StarPhoenix

  10-04-2020 15:56 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Saskatoon man sentenced for possessing, transmitting child pornography  Saskatoon StarPhoenix
  
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• "Far North" COVID-19 case actually in Saskatoon northern mayor says - National Observer

  10-04-2020 14:38 via nationalobserver.com
  
  "Far North" COVID-19 case actually in Saskatoon northern mayor says  National Observer
  
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• We need a permanent surge in prevention spending to avoid the next pandemic

  10-04-2020 14:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Will COVID-19 prove to be a game-changer? Only if it’s a mind-set changer.
  
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• Slow start to remote schooling for Saskatchewan families without internet

  10-04-2020 14:00 via cbc.ca
  
  The province’s remote learning framework has been in place since March 30. While some parents are already developing routines around online learning, many parents who don’t have the internet have yet to get started.
  
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• Shortage of medical gloves hurts people with disabilities

  10-04-2020 14:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Miranda Biletski is a quadriplegic and she relies on medical gloves daily. Now gloves are in short supply and she's worried about stockpiling as people with disabilities go without.
  
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• Food: Cider braised barbecue sticky ribs

  10-04-2020 14:00 via thestarphoenix.com
  With all that is going on in the world, these are indeed strange times to be writing about food. Read More
  
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• Father says Boris Johnson likely out of action for a while

  10-04-2020 13:53
  
  British Prime minister Boris Johnson needs time to recover from the new coronavirus and is unlikely to be back at work soon, his father said Friday, as millions of Britons began an Easter holiday weekend in lockdown.
  
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• War vet, snow angel, musician: Centenarian Nick Kazuska proves age is just a number

  10-04-2020 13:52 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  It's usually the young families on the block who offer to shovel snow for their elderly neighbours, but on a stretch of Arlington Avenue in Saskatoon's Brevoort Park neighbourhood, it's the other way around. Read More
  
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• Sask. bloggers share their favourite DIY home projects

  10-04-2020 13:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Two Saskatchewan bloggers share some of their favourite do-it-yourself home projects to keep you busy and liven up your home at the same time.
  
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• 'I was wrong': Saskatoon man with COVID-19 offers up Easter warning - CBC.ca

  10-04-2020 13:00 via cbc.ca
  
  'I was wrong': Saskatoon man with COVID-19 offers up Easter warning  CBC.ca
  
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• 'I was wrong': Saskatoon man with COVID-19 offers up Easter warning

  10-04-2020 13:00 via cbc.ca
  
  A Saskatoon man with COVID-19 is urging people to stay home for Easter and to learn from a mistake he made three weeks ago, when he said he took a "calculated risk" to take part in a social gathering.
  
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• PM Trudeau touts loan program, will return to Commons Saturday

  10-04-2020 10:32
  
  Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is using his daily COVID-19 address to highlight the now-launched Canada Emergency Business Account program and says his remarks on Saturday will come from the floor of the House of Commons as it convenes to pass additional aid measures.
  
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• Coronavirus: Islamic Relief Canada making hygiene kits for Saskatoon’s homeless - Global News

  10-04-2020 03:56 via globalnews.ca
  
  Coronavirus: Islamic Relief Canada making hygiene kits for Saskatoon’s homeless  Global News
  
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• Coronavirus: Islamic Relief Canada making hygiene kits for Saskatoon’s homeless

  10-04-2020 03:54 via globalnews.ca
  
  A group of volunteers with Islamic Relief Canada are making around 400 hygiene kits to help the city's most vulnerable stay healthy.
  
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• Alberta oil sector hopeful as OPEC, allies agree to production cuts

  10-04-2020 03:16 via globalnews.ca
  
  Following dispute between Saudi Arabia and Russia in March, OPEC ramped up production. As a result, commodity prices collapsed.
  
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• Bursaries in the works for Saskatchewan post-secondary students impacted by pandemic

  10-04-2020 03:07 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Saskatchewan government says it has earmarked funding to help post-secondary students whose studies and employment have been disrupted by the pandemic.
  
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• Single Vehicle Collision- Circle Drive and 11th Street - Southbound

  10-04-2020 03:05 via saskatoonpolice.ca
  
  Saskatoon Police and Emergency Services are currently on scene of a single vehicle collision on Circle Drive and 11th Street. The collision has occurred in the southbound lane.Motorists are requested to find alternate routes while Emergency Services personal provide assistance to the involved parties.(Occurrence Number: 20-33889)
  
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• Coronavirus: City of Saskatoon rolling out voluntary layoff program - Global News

  10-04-2020 03:04 via globalnews.ca
  
  Coronavirus: City of Saskatoon rolling out voluntary layoff program  Global News
  
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• Coronavirus: City of Saskatoon rolling out voluntary layoff program

  10-04-2020 03:03 via globalnews.ca
  
  Saskatoon city manager Jeff Jorgenson said they are adjusting staffing levels to meet work demands during the novel coronavirus pandemic.
  
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• Islamic Relief Canada making hygiene kits for vulnerable and homeless people

  10-04-2020 02:59 via globalnews.ca
  
  A group of volunteers with Islamic Relief Canada are making around 400 hygiene kits to help the city’s most vulnerable stay healthy.
  
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• Global News at 6: April 9

  10-04-2020 02:48 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Thursday, April 9, 2020, edition of Global News at 6 with Carlyle Fiset on Global Saskatoon.
  
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• Coronavirus: Support continues for those with intellectual disabilities in Saskatchewan

  10-04-2020 02:42 via globalnews.ca
  
  The COVID-19 pandemic has created more challenges for people living with intellectual disabilities, but supports are still available.
  
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• SHA to prepare field hospitals in Saskatoon, Regina for coronavirus patients - Global News

  10-04-2020 02:33 via globalnews.ca
  
  SHA to prepare field hospitals in Saskatoon, Regina for coronavirus patients  Global News
  
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• Prince Albert police investigating 3-year-old child's death

  10-04-2020 02:33 via cbc.ca
  
  The Prince Albert Police Service's criminal investigations division and forensic identification section are looking into the death of a three-year-old girl, they announced Thursday.
  
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• SHA and VIDO-InterVac partner to decontaminate and reuse N95 masks

  10-04-2020 02:32 via thestarphoenix.com
  In the face of a global shortage of N95 respiratory masks, the Saskatchewan Health Authority and the Infectious Disease Organization-International Vaccine Centre (VIDO-InterVac) in Saskatoon have developed a way to decontaminate the masks and extend their single-use lifespan. Read More
  
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• SHA to prepare field hospitals in Saskatoon, Regina for coronavirus patients

  10-04-2020 02:28 via globalnews.ca
  
  The province released its plan on April 8 which shows Merlis Belsher Place and Evraz Place have been chosen as locations to hold several hundred patients.
  
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• With powwows cancelled, Indigenous dancers share videos of themselves dancing in isolation

  10-04-2020 02:11 via thestarphoenix.com
  
  Tiny Rosales prays the hardest when she dances. So when the COVID-19 pandemic forced the cancellation of powwows across North America, she knew she needed to do something to keep people dancing. Read More
  
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