61 h. ago Saskatchewan government faces potential legal action over wildfire efforts

The law firm Procido LLP is evaluating the viability of a negligence claim against the Government of Saskatchewan.

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7 d. ago Saskatchewan wildfires: Provincial state of emergency expires

There are 20 active wildfires in Saskatchewan, including two that have not been contained.

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1 week ago SPSA wildfire response criticized by Creighton, Denare Beach residents

Dozens of Denare Beach and Creighton residents packed town hall, demanding answers from the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency regarding their wildfire response

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2 w. ago Sprinkler system outside Saskatchewan cabin staves off wildfires

James Irvine and Trudy Connor have taken measures to protect their home, utilizing a simple, yet effective sprinkler system that relies on water from the nearby lake.

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2 w. ago Saskatchewan Opposition says too many water bombers grounded during wildfires

The NDP says publicly available flight data shows four of 10 tankers have been grounded for almost a year.

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2 w. ago Wildfire evacuees continue returning home in Manitoba, Saskatchewan

Residents in Flin Flon, one of the largest communities evacuated, were still waiting for the fire threat to diminish before they could be allowed to return.

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2 w. ago Northern Saskatchewan community welcomes wildfire evacuees back home

Wildfire conditions are proving favourable for areas in the province and communities have lifted evacuation orders, allowing people to finally return after weeks away from home.

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3 w. ago Financial aid delays continue for wildfire evacuees in Saskatchewan

As wildfire evacuees in Saskatchewan begin returning home, many are still facing delays in receiving promised financial assistance.

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3 w. ago Wildfire smoke in Saskatchewan continues to affects residents

From construction workers all the way to the Roughriders, everyone has had their fair share with experiencing the smoke in Saskatchewan.

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3 w. ago Thousands of Saskatchewan wildfire evacuees return home after weeks away

The biggest evacuation order in the province was lifted at 8 a.m. on Thursday, as the barriers into the tri-community of La Ronge, Air Ronge and Lac La Ronge were removed.

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3 w. ago Around 7,000 Saskatchewan wildfire evacuees set to return to their homes

LA RONGE — Around 7,000 people in and around La Ronge, Sask., can start going home today after a wildfire forced them out of their communities a little more than one week ago. A notice says La Ronge, Air Ronge and communities within the Lac La Ronge Indian Band will reopen to residents at 8 […]

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3 w. ago Some Saskatchewan wildfire evacuees are returning home amid financial strain

Some evacuees from northern Saskatchewan are beginning to return home after being forced out by wildfires, bringing a sense of relief, but also concern.

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3 w. ago Saskatchewan premier promises $500 in direct aid to each wildfire evacuee

SASKATOON — Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe, facing criticism that his government is failing to provide timely help to those fleeing wildfires, promised Wednesday a $500 payout for each evacuee. Moe said that money is on top of existing supports for the more than 10,000 people forced out of their homes due to a string of […]

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3 w. ago Saskatchewan premier to respond to criticism over wildfire response

As criticisms mount from evacuees and the provincial ombudsman, Premier Scott Moe is set to address the media over concerns about his government's response times.

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3 w. ago Smoke free summers a thing of the past as Alberta gets hit with wildfire smoke from all sides

Wildfires burning across western Canada are having a major impact on the air quality in most of Alberta. Smoke from wildfires burning in British Columbia, northern Alberta, Manitoba and Saskatchewan are cumulatively worsening the air quality across municipalities in the province and experts are saying smoke-free summers are becoming a thing of the past. Environment […]

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3 w. ago LifeLabs Supports Communities Impacted by Saskatchewan Wildfires with $15,000 Donation

Toronto, ON, June 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In response to the devastating wildfires affecting communities across Saskatchewan, LifeLabs is committed to $15,000 in funding to aid relief and recovery efforts.   Through LifeLabs’ Employee Giving Program, it will match employee donations dollar for dollar, up to $5,000, to a registered charity of their choice. In […]

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3 w. ago Wildfire live updates: Calgary air quality poor due to smoke | Blueberry Mountain fire evacuation order and alerts updated | Saskatchewan wildfire evacuees facing delays in aid

An ongoing look at everything you need to know about wildfires in Alberta and Western Canada.

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3 w. ago Saskatchewan wildfires: Weekend rain offers reprieve, chance for some evacuees to go home

Some evacuees being told they can return home after weekend rain dampened fire activity in Saskatchewan.

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4 w. ago Saskatchewan premier says two people charged with starting wildfires

REGINA — Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe says two people have been charged with setting wildfires. More coming.

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4 w. ago Steelworkers Humanity Fund donates $20,000 to support wildfire relief efforts in Saskatchewan

TORONTO, June 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Steelworkers Humanity Fund (SHF) is donating $20,000 to support people and communities evacuated due to recent wildfires in Saskatchewan. Following a worsening of weather conditions in Northern Saskatchewan the SHF is partnering again with the Canadian Red Cross (CRC) by answering its emergency wildfire relief appeal. This […]

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