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SASKATOON NEWS
Saskatoon families in need get free back-to-school supplies
On Friday, families received free items like notebooks, pencils, markers, erasers and more in 4,000 backpacks handed out by Saskatoon Tribal Council's White Buffalo Youth Lodge.
Saskatoon Folkfest returns for scaled-back 46th year
This year's event will be smaller than previous iterations of Folkfest, which typically ran for three days rather than two. The change comes after two major pavilions dropped out of last year's event.
Rock 102 Show & Shine takes over downtown Saskatoon this weekend
"From classic cars to custom builds, plus more than 50 food trucks and vendors, it's a weekend that brings people together. We count down the days to this event every year," said Rock 102 host Sheri Ebert.
Reducing staff, increasing AI could prevent property tax increase, Saskatoon business owners say
Dozens of business owners came to city hall, showing their opposition to the proposed property tax increase in 2026. NBSA executive director Keith Moen recommended staffing cuts to avoid the hike.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS
Air Canada cancellations begin at YQR, more expected, CEO says
Air Canada makes up a third of Regina's International Airport flights. Travellers should first give the airline a chance to rebook their flights before cancelling flights or seeking compensation: travel agent.
Sask. NDP raising questions about procurement in pipeline MOU
The NDP has raised questions after an Ontario news release referenced "Ontario steel", but the Sask. government pointed to the MOU, which talks about steel from the signatories.
LISTEN: Pierre Poilievre gives Carney D- grade in protecting Canada from tariffs, Trump
Pierre Poilievre joins the Evan Bray Show ahead of the byelection in Alberta's Battle River-Crowfoot riding, where Poilievre is vying for a seat back in parliament. He chats tariffs, Trump, Putin and Carney.
Nine people facing charges after six vehicles stolen from Regina business
The six people, ranging in age from 20 to 35, are variously charged with breaking and entering and committing theft, theft under $5,000, possession of property obtained by crime, and fraud over $5,000.
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY
The Evan Bray Show - Friday, August 15
Evan is joined by Pierre Poilievre in an exclusive interview, Nathan Greenfield on the Trump-Putin summit and a busy weekend ahead for Saskatchewan with the Saskatoon Challenger and Regina's Dragonboat Festival.
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY
The Green Zone Replay - Friday, Aug. 15
Saskatchewan hockey referee Cianna Murray, Britton Gray previews tomorrow's Riders-TiCats game, and Roughriders president Craig Reynolds talks about the 2026 preseason game in Saskatoon.
SPORTS
Riders to play preseason game in Saskatoon next year
The last time a pre-season game was held in Saskatoon was 1991. Saskatoon's mayor, Cynthia Block, said the city will be rolling out a "green carpet" for Roughrider fans.
'It means a lot:' Riders' Tommy Nield grateful for CFL opportunities
Tommy Nield is excited about playing a fifth CFL season in 2025. He's also looking to help the Riders reach the Grey Cup in 2025 and claim their first title in over a decade.
Regina Red Sox fall in extra innings, lose Game 1 of WCBL Finals
The Regina Red Sox and Sylvan Lake Gulls needed extra innings at Currie Field as both teams were evenly matched on Thursday night. It was the Gulls who emerged with the win, earning a 3-2 decision.
Riders look to lock down duo of Bo Levi Mitchell and Kenny Lawler
The Hamilton Tiger-Cats have one of the most electric offences in the CFL with Bo Levi Mitchell and Kenny Lawler. The Riders defence know they will need to shut down the dynamic duo to improve on the 7-1 record.
CANADA & WORLD
China files complaint with World Trade Organization over Canadian steel tariffs
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced last month that he was imposing the 25 per cent surtax on products containing Chinese steel to protect the domestic industry in the face of steep U.S. tariffs.
Six people report feeling 'sharp prick' in back of body at Montreal festival: police
Police say six people have reported feeling a "sharp prick" while in the crowd at the îLESONIQ music festival at Parc Jean-Drapeau. They say that afterward some of the victims reported feeling dizzy.
Canada Post and union meeting delayed until next week due to mediator availability
Canada Post says it looks forward to a response from the union that addresses the challenges facing the postal service. In the meantime, the union is keeping up its national ban on overtime work.
Ottawa voices its resolve for Ukraine as Trump-Putin talks underway in Alaska
Trump has arranged the talks in Anchorage, Alaska, to discuss a possible land swap between territories held by Ukraine and those claimed by Russia, despite not including Kyiv in the talks.
AGRICULTURE
Saskatchewan farmer calls for open markets face of Chinese canola tariffs
"There's one canola field that surrounds this farm, so just instantly that's one dollar a bushel lost off of the crop here in one single day," said Derek Dery, CEO of Sixteen Grains, a farm near Saskatoon.
Feds vow to defend Sask. farmers after China announces nearly 76 per cent canola tariff
Experts say the new tariff will effectively shut the door on one of the crop's biggest markets. Federal Minister Eleanor Olszewski said that nothing is off the table when it comes to protecting producers.
China announces 75.8 per cent tariffs on Canadian canola
The move comes nearly a year after Canada imposed a 100 per cent tariff on Chinese electric vehicles, a move that is to be reviewed by the beginning of October. Canada supplies China with most of its canola.
Saskatchewan Open Farm Days offers a chance to learn more about agriculture
Saskatchewan Open Farm Days runs on Saturday and Sunday, with more than 30 farms, ranches, and gardens opening their gates to give curious people a chance to learn and explore.
PRAIRIE PROFILES
Discover how a doll empowered this Sask. girl with a rare disease
A handmade crocheted doll with a medical port is helping five-year-old Ivy feel seen and accepted, giving her the confidence and hope to embrace her unique journey with a rare autoimmune disease.
From seed to stem: A Saskatchewan flower farm in full summer bloom
With summer at its peak, Kristen Raney's flower farm near Clavet overflows with vibrant cosmos, zinnias and sunflowers. Her days are a joyful blur of harvests, markets, bouquets and tiny helping hands.
Banksy in Saskatoon: A secretive street artist lands downtown
Who is Banksy? Why did he shred a million-dollar painting on purpose? And why is his rebellious street art now filling downtown Saskatoon? Step inside this weird, wonderful exhibit and see for yourself.
Explore the Saskatchewan rock museum one kid built from scratch
Judah Tyreman opened the Sesula Mineral & Gem Museum in Radisson when he was just 11 years old. Now 21, he's inspiring a new generation of young collectors with his hands-on, curiosity-fueled museum.
