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First case of Omicron COVID-19 variant reported in Alberta

The province's first Omicron case was confirmed in a returning traveller from Nigeria and the Netherlands, Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Deena Hinshaw said Tuesday afternoon.

Alberta chief medical officer of health Dr. Deena Hinshaw updates media on the COVID-19 situation in Edmonton on Friday, March 20, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jason Franson

‘This is a problem’: Saskatoon SPCA says it will be forced to shut down without city funding

The Saskatoon SPCA says it may be forced to shutdown unless it gets a boost in funding from the city.

Sask. producers owing thousands of dollars in unfulfilled contracts is 'unprecedented territory'

Despite having a much smaller yield after harvest than usual, Saskatoon area farmer Blair Cummins was still able to fulfill his canola contract—with a little help.

Recent racist message a 'tipping point' for Indigenous Sask. MLA

Indigenous NDP MLA Betty Nippi-Albright hopes bringing attention to the racist comments she receives creates change in Saskatchewan.

Saskatoon fire chief says it's time for 911 dispatch system that can accept emergency texts, photos

The Saskatoon Fire Department (SFD) wants to make a major upgrade to its 911 call centre.

Online booking now available for COVID-19 tests

Saskatchewan residents can now book a COVID-19 test online.

Sask. Mounties suit up in ceremonial uniforms to mourn 'unlikely, beloved' friend

Richard Montgrand called them "the Queen's cowboys" and many RCMP officers who worked in La Loche considered Montgrand a friend.

Police called to Regina restaurant for incident involving Riders' player

A Saskatchewan Roughriders player was involved in an incident at a Regina restaurant where the police were called, according to the team.

Sask. government increases access to tests that can detect fentanyl in street drugs

Fentanyl and benzodiazepine drug checking strips are now available at more than 30 locations across Saskatchewan for the purpose of at home drug checking.

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Feds reinstating foreign air travel testing, reviewing booster strategy in light of Omicron

Canada is reviewing its vaccine booster strategy, adding new countries to the list of nations subjected to federal travel restrictions, and is imposing new testing requirements on all air travellers coming from outside of Canada with the exception of the U.S., due to concerns over the Omicron variant. Federal ministers and public health officials announced these three new steps with the aim of preventing further importation and spread of the variant of concern.

Minister of Transport Omar Alghabra looks on as Health Minister Jean-Yves Duclos responds to a question during a news conference, Tuesday, November 30, 2021 in Ottawa. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld

These provinces have confirmed cases of the Omicron variant

Canada has reported seven confirmed cases of the Omicron COVID-19 variant, with cases now in several provinces.

Here's what vaccine manufacturers have said about the Omicron variant

As researchers continue to study the new COVID-19 variant Omicron stoking fears around the globe, vaccine manufacturers are issuing guidance on their shots' effectiveness.

WHO advises against international travel for those over the age of 60 due to Omicron

In light of the new variant Omicron emerging, the World Heath Organization has put out new advice regarding international travel, including that those over the age of 60 years old should refrain from travelling.

CBSA has intercepted hundreds of fake COVID-19 tests, vaccine documents

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) says it has intercepted hundreds of suspected falsified or fraudulent COVID-19 test results and proof of vaccination credentials since they were required for travel.