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SASKATOON NEWS
Food bank expects people will go hungry as grocery prices rise
The most significant price changes will be on meat products, which are anticipated to rise by five to seven per cent. In comparison, baked goods, dairy, and egg prices are expected to go up by two to four per cent.
Saskatoon police briefs: Man allegedly hiding knife in pants arrested on city bus
Police said the 38-year-old man who was arrested on the bus on Wednesday was charged with possession of a dangerous weapon, unauthorized possession of a weapon and breaching court-ordered conditions.
City should prepare 'body bags' if encampments taken down this winter, advocates say
The Saskatoon Fire Department has taken down 328 encampments this year, with another 90 identified. Attendees at a rally downtown say people will freeze to death without these sites.
City of Saskatoon says 'neigh' to former NHLer's sleigh ride business - for now
It's been two years since former NHLer Rich Pilon applied for a business license in Saskatoon. He's hoping to run his horse-drawn carriage business in the city, but never received an answer either way.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS
Sask. NDP demands answers as province approves additional $1 billion in spending
Aleana Young, the Saskatchewan NDP's jobs and economy critic, accused the Saskatchewan Party government of trying to cover up "massive losses" by SaskPower, while handing taxpayers the bill.
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.
Police remind businesses to check cash after counterfeit $100 bills found in Moose Jaw
According to police, officers got a report about two counterfeit bills found at a business on Wednesday. The bills had "noticeable defects" that allowed officers to quickly determine they were fake.
Sask. govt introduces motion to revive Victoria Cross in Canada
The Victoria Cross is the Commonwealth's highest medal for valour, according to the government. It was created in 1856 by Queen Victoria to recognize soldiers during the Crimean War.
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY
The Evan Bray Show - Thursday, Dec. 4
Willy MacDonald wants to bring back the Victoria Cross. It's Evan's antique roadshow! Historian Thom Cholowski answers your repair questions. Evan chats with VP Adam Thome about how people handle their finances.
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY
The Green Zone Replay - Wednesday, Dec. 3
Longtime Calgary Stampeders coach John Hufnagel has left the Calgary Stampeders. The Maple Leafs win big against the Florida Panthers. Eyes are on Carter Hart as he returns to the NHL after sexual assault case.
SPORTS
St. Cyr Trails Club rebuild gains momentum in push toward Sask. Winter Games
At the club chalet near Meadow Lake, volunteers work on a replacement building after a fire in May, hoping to host cross-country and Para nordic skiing at the 2026 Sask. Winter Games in February.
Sask. First Nations hockey player recruited for U13 World Cup Series
Logan Pahsaknunk is an 11-year-old hockey player from Mosquito Grizzly Bear's Head Lean Man First Nation. He was recently recruited for the U13 Bauer World Cup Series in Paris, France, in 2026.
Riders' players look to keep band together for 2026 CFL season
The Saskatchewan Roughriders have plenty of pending free agents after a successful 2025 season. So a few of the players who are signed for 2026 are doing their part to convince others to stay.
Riders sign U of S Huskie Daniel Wiebe to contract
The Saskatchewan Roughriders have added another homegrown product to their roster for 2026. The CFL Club announced U of S Huskie Daniel Wiebe has signed a contract.
CANADA & WORLD
A single hostage remains in Gaza after identification of Thai worker's remains
JERUSALEM (AP) - Remains that militants in Gaza handed to Israel as part of the first phase of the ceasefire deal were those of a Thai agricultural worker, Israeli and Thai officials said Thursday. The return of Sud...
More than 27,000 public servants were paid $150,000 or more last year
The document tabled in Parliament shows that 654 employees were paid between $300,000 and $399,999 last year, while 42 earned between $400,000 and $499,999 and six employees made $500,000 or more.
Eurovision chiefs face thorny question of whether Israel should take part in the 2026 song contest
"Eurovision is becoming a bit of a fractured event," said Paul Jordan, an expert on the contest. "The slogan is 'United by Music' ... unfortunately it's disunited through politics."
Luigi Mangione's court hearing continues on anniversary of UnitedHealthcare CEO's killing
Brian Thompson, 50, was shot from behind as he walked to an investor conference on Dec. 4, 2024. He became UnitedHealthcare's CEO in 2021 and had worked within UnitedHealth Group Inc. for 20 years.
AGRICULTURE
Canadian Western Agribition sets new attendance record in 54th year
A record number of school-aged visitors came through the Family Ag Pavilion this year, with many of them experiencing agriculture "up close for the very first time," Agribition organizers noted.
Long days, big crowds and bigger smiles close out Agribition in Regina
Exhibitors and visitors say Agribition delivered another strong year, from early-morning cattle prep to busy trade halls and repeat visitors who haven't missed a show in decades.
Where's the beef? Study says Regina area ideal location for beef processing facility
A study said a beef processing facility in the area with direct connections to border crossings and ports would bring $168 million in economic output and $76 million in GDP annually.
New research at University of Saskatchewan identifies cause of pig ear necrosis
"It was a light at the end of the tunnel, that we can help improve the welfare of those animals for something that has been around for much longer than 50 years," said Dr. Matheus Costa.
SASKATCHEWAN STORIES WITH BRITTANY CAFFET
Meet the Sask. family growing Christmas magic, one tree at a time
Inspired by a boyhood memory of his grandparents' real tree, Geordie McKay built Saskatchewan's first and largest Christmas tree farm, bringing holiday magic to families across the province.
Why one American big-game hunter keeps returning to Saskatchewan
He's hunted nearly everywhere a man can roam. So why does Charlie Vaccaro keep hauling himself 1,000 miles north to Saskatchewan? For big bucks, cold mornings and a thrill that never gets old.
Kids of Note: Celebrate Christmas with Saskatoon's inclusive choir
This weekend, Grosvenor Park United Church will be filled with the music and magic of Saskatoon's all-abilities choir, Kids of Note, as young performers bring Christmas cheer to the stage.
90-year-old hockey players prove you're never too old to play
"Age disappears when you get out on the ice," says Stan Halliwell, co-founder of the Saskatoon 60+ Hockey League. At 91, he still straps on skates twice a week, proving the love of hockey never fades.
