All links are best viewed in Google Chrome. Estimated read time: seven minutes | - February is Therapeutic Recreation Awareness Month in Saskatchewan
- Metal detectors making more SHA facilities safer
| - Medication Preparation, Packaging and Labelling Procedure - training period
- Medication Storage, Security, and Access Audit
- New resource replaces Nursing Reference Center and Rehabilitation Reference Center
| - Youth voices needed for new Youth Partnership Council
- Need help with creating a strong nomination for the 2026 SHA Innovation Awards?
- SHA Well-being video: Change Happens
- Anti-racism Training - Regina
- Sharing Stories of Resiliency and Reconciliation - Regina
- SHA Fall Prevention and Injury Reduction Acute Care Program
| - Meadow Primary Health Care Clinic hosts successful PAP day
| - SHA Clinical Standards Status Report
| Public Service Announcements and News Releases | February is Therapeutic Recreation Awareness Month in Saskatchewan The Government of Saskatchewan is pleased to proclaim February as Therapeutic Recreation Awareness Month across the province. | Metal detectors making more SHA facilities safer Metal detectors have now been installed at the main doors of three more Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) facilities: Battlefords Union Hospital in North Battleford, Prince Albert Victoria Hospital in Prince Albert and the Regina Urgent Care Centre. | Medication Preparation, Packaging and Labelling Procedure - training period The Medication Preparation, Packaging and Labelling Procedure (SHA-08-010P7) and implementation checklist are available for training purposes on the SHA Policy and Clinical Standards document finder.
The pre-implementation period allows time for team training and preparation before the procedure takes effect on March 10. It is not expected that everything will be in place on the effective date of a new procedure. For many areas this will be a work in progress.
The implementation checklist is a tool designed to help operational managers or clinical designates and educators facilitate the transition to the new procedure. For information on the release of upcoming Medication Management procedures, see the Approved Medication Management Status Report. | Medication Storage, Security, and Access Audit The SHA Medication Storage, Security, and Access Audit is now available for completion. This audit is required annually (or more frequently in some areas) for all SHA acute care facilities based on the Accreditation Canada Medication Management Standards for organizational practice, as well as SHA requirements to align with available Medication Management Policy and procedures. The targeted timelines for implementation is the first three months of 2026 (due March 31, 2026). Please refer to the Medication Storage, Security, and Access Audit SHA Work Standard and Audit Tool. Questions can be directed to your local Medication Utilization and Safety Interdisciplinary Committees Steering Committee. | New resource replaces Nursing Reference Center and Rehabilitation Reference Center Nursing and Allied Health Reference Source is a new resource tailored to nursing and allied health professionals. This resource includes a range of care sheets, quick lessons, care plans, and reviews to help nurses and allied health professionals find the best care for their patients.
This resource was developed to replace Nursing Reference Center Plus and Rehabilitation Reference Center as an alternative resource that contains elements of the previous reference centers. The previous reference centers are no longer offered by the publisher.
For questions or support, please contact the SHA Clinical Library. | Youth voices needed for new Youth Partnership Council A new Youth Partnership Council is ensuring Saskatchewan children and youth shape the future of child and youth mental health and addiction services across the province. The Saskatchewan Health Authority is collaborating with the Athabasca Health Authority and the Saskatchewan Ministry of Health to bring the Mental Health and Addiction Services Youth Partnership Council to life. Youth with varied life experiences and previous engagement with child and youth mental health and addiction services are encouraged to apply to the Council. The new youth council celebrates diversity, and encourages representation from a wide range of regional, cultural and gender backgrounds. Youth Partnership Council members will play an active role in shaping, informing and evaluating child and youth mental health and addiction programs and services, making sure they reflect the perspectives of the individuals they will benefit. Youth from 14-20 years are invited to participate by sharing their voices to build mental health and addiction services that are responsive to their needs. Application forms will be accepted until March 31, 2026. The new Council aligns with recommendations from the Saskatchewan Advocate for Children and Youth. For more information, email MHASProvSpecialists@saskhealthauthority.ca. | Youth between 14 and 20 years of age across the province from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to submit an application to be part of a new Youth Partnership Council, lending their voices to build mental health and addiction programs and services for youth, by youth. | Need help with creating a strong nomination for the 2026 SHA Innovation Awards? Join us tomorrow for a short, practical lunch and learn on preparing a strong innovation award submission. Our presenters will walk you through the key nomination questions, share insider tips on what makes a standout application, and answer your questions. Whether you are nominating for the first time or looking to refine your approach, this session will help you showcase innovation with clarity and impact. - Crafting a Strong Innovation Award Nomination - Wednesday, February 25 - 12 – 12:45 p.m.
| SHA Well-being video: Change Happens Change Happens explores how to stay ready and resilient in a world where plans shift and new challenges appear. It introduces situational agility — the ability to notice what is changing, stay grounded in your values, and adapt with confidence. The video's short practice encourages you to: - Read the situation.
- Hold your goals lightly but your values firmly.
- Respond, do nott react.
Click the image below to watch the video and refer to the practice resource to strengthen your agility in times of change. Visit the SHA Well-being webpage for more information about our well-being model and available supports. | Anti-racism Training - Regina Join us for a three-part anti-racism training series that supports the SHA CARES values and the strengthening of a more inclusive, equitable environment for all patients, families, and colleagues. Understanding the foundations of racism by engaging with topic areas, theories and thoughtful discussions, participants will deepen their understanding of the hidden realities of racism in the workplace and how they can support anti-racism action. Open to all staff, Saskatchewan Cancer Agency employees, allied professionals and other health practitioners. Module 1 – Foundations for Action Module 2 – Indigenous-specific and Anti-Black Racism - March 12 - 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Module 3 – Being A Changemaker - March 19 – 12:30 - 4 p.m.
Training will take place at the Regina Cancer Agency in room HL 141. Each module is a pre-requisite to the next module. Participants will receive a Certificate of completion of the three modules. A module that is missed can be taken in the next training series. Modules accomodate up to 25 particpants. To register, contact lara.constant@saskhealthauthority.ca. | Sharing Stories of Resiliency and Reconciliation - Regina Join the Department of Surgery's Grand Rounds for a presentation on stories of resiliency and reconcialiation presented by Kevin Chief. Learn more from Kevin on how to: - foster meaningful connections with others and build understanding;
- reflect on how the ideas and stories shared can inform personal growth and professional development;
- develop actionable steps—small or large—to strengthen ongoing relationships with Indigenous peoples and communities.
Join in person at Regina General Hospital March 12 - 5 p.m.
Contact surgery.dept@usask.ca to join virtually through Zoom. | SHA Fall Prevention and Injury Reduction Acute Care program There will be one last opportunity to attend a question and answer session around the new SHA Fall Prevention and Injury Program for Acute Care. Please register at the link below. | Recognition and Appreciation | Meadow Primary Health Care Clinic hosts successful PAP day Meadow Primary Health Care Clinic’s PAP (Papanicolaou smear) Day on February 10 was a meaningful and successful event focused on raising awareness about cervical cancer prevention and supporting women’s health in our community.
The day was dedicated to increasing access to Papanicolaou smear tests, with 63 screenings completed. Beyond the numbers, the event created space for open conversations about cervical cancer screening and helped reduce barriers that can sometimes prevent individuals from prioritizing their health.
Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable types of cancer when regular screening is completed. Papanicolaou smear tests can detect early changes in cervical cells before cancer develops, allowing for timely follow-up and treatment. By promoting routine screening, we are taking important steps toward early detection and improved health outcomes.
The success of PAP Day reflects our ongoing commitment to preventative care, health promotion, and equitable access to services. We extend our sincere thanks to our dedicated staff and our valued partners — the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency, Saskatchewan Health Authority Sexual Health Clinic and Lab Services — for their collaboration and teamwork. We also thank the clients who took this important step in prioritizing their health. | Meadow Primary Health Care Clinic is located in Regina, SK. From left: Dr. Katherine Ludlow, Twyla Froh, Dr. Madeline Collins, Rena Kim, Korin Uhryn, Shelley Giebel, Jaime Innes, Corrina Deitz, Hanifa Adams, Priscilla Duah. | SHA Clinical Standards Status Report The Clinical Standards Status Report is a live resource providing up-to-date information on provincial clinical standards document development. It is accessible to both SHA staff and external partners. Hosted in Smartsheet, the report includes details such as the development phase, document type, related education materials, and anticipated publication timelines. Leadership, educators, and point-of-care staff are encouraged to review the report regularly to support implementation planning and training awareness. The Interprofessional Practice team and Document Development leads update the report at least once a month to ensure the information remains current. For more information, visit the Clinical Standards webpage or contact clinicalstandards@saskhealthauthority.ca. | TO PRINT AND POST: Just print this email. DO YOU HAVE A SUBMISSION? See our guidelines here. DID YOU MISS AN ISSUE? See our archives. | | | | |
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