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Sask. projects $1B surplus, will use cash to pay debt instead of further funding boosts

Saskatchewan is projecting a $1 billion surplus in the coming year and plans to spend just as much in paying down the province's debt.

Saskatchewan finance minister Donna Harpauer poses a copy of her 2023-24 budget. (Wayne Mantyka/CTV News)

Accused in Ally Moosehunter homicide cross-examined by the crown

The man charged with first-degree murder in the death of Ally Moosehunter took the stand Wednesday for cross-examination by the crown.

Funding for distance learning, capital projects included in record $3.1B education budget

The Government of Saskatchewan is committing over $20 million for online learning as part of its record $3.1 billion education budget for the 2023-2024 fiscal year.

A classroom at St. Jerome School in Regina is prepared for the first day of school, on August 31, 2021. (Kaylyn Whibbs/CTV News)

Sask. Teachers' Federation says education funding won't maintain 'status quo'

The president of the Saskatchewan Teachers' Federation (STF) says the 2.5 per cent increase for school operating costs included in the provincial budget won't go nearly far enough.

Prince Albert’s tastiest fundraiser is back as restaurants compete to create best poutine in town

Seven Prince Albert restaurants are competing to make the best poutine in the city and raise money for Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS).

Sask. finance minister cautions against using surplus to fund overburdened health system

Saskatchewan’s healthcare spending will rise to record levels in the 2023-24 provincial budget but, after adjusting for inflation, critics say the boost is weaker than advertised.

Sask. nurses' union 'profoundly disappointed' in health budget

The president of the Saskatchewan Union of Nurses (SUN) says her membership, particularly those in their mid to late careers, are being “ignored” by the health budget released Wednesday.

'There’s cameras that are everywhere': Saskatoon child actor scores part on Alaska Daily

A young actor from Saskatoon has earned an appearance on the drama television show Alaska Daily.

Saskatchewan providing funds to support women, children fleeing abusive situations

The Government of Saskatchewan is setting aside money in this year’s budget to help women and children escape abusive situations.

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Former prime minister Stephen Harper says Canada needs a 'Conservative renaissance'

Canada needs a 'Conservative renaissance,' former prime minister Stephen Harper said Wednesday, but he cautioned that Pierre Poilievre should wait until an election before telling Canadians how he might run the country.

Former prime minister Stephen Harper delivers the keynote address at a conference, Wednesday, March 22, 2023 in Ottawa. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld

Canada's relationship with the U.S. needed rebuilding post-Trump says Ambassador Hillman

Canada's Ambassador to the U.S. Kirsten Hillman says the country’s relationship with its American counterparts required rebuilding after the Trump administration.

Biden is coming to Canada: Here's what we know about his visit

U.S. President Joe Biden is coming to Canada Thursday evening, kicking off his short but long-awaited overnight official visit to Canada. Here's what CTV News has confirmed about what will be on the agenda, and what key players are saying about the upcoming visit.

WeightWatchers appears set to close dozens of Canadian locations Sunday

WW International appears set to close dozens of its roughly 118 WeightWatchers locations across Canada on March 26 in what may be part of a restructuring strategy.

First victim in fatal Old Montreal fire identified as 76-year-old woman

Montreal police have identified the first victim of the deadly fire in Old Montreal last week that has left two dead and five missing. Insp. David Shane said it was a woman named Camille Maheux, who was 76 years old.