All links are best viewed in Google Chrome. Estimated read time: four minutes | - Saskatchewan increasing reporting frequency of emergency room service disruptions
- Construction of the new Weyburn General Hospital is complete
| - Celebrating National Physicians' Day in Saskatchewan
- Saskatchewan expands mobile mammography access
| - National Immunization Awareness Week
| - Training time for Professional Assault Response Training (PART)
| - 2026-27 Staff Safety Strategy Survey
| - Foundations for Anti-Racism Training - Saskatoon
- 2026 SHA Innovation Awards Ceremony
- Design Thinking Learning Series
- Learning Essential Approaches to Palliative Care (LEAP)
- Traditional Wellness and Healing Learning Series
- Library Lunch and Learns - May to August
- Belonging, Diversity, and Inclusion - Microaggressions vs. Microaffirmations
- Continuing Medical Education - May
| Public Service Announcements and News Releases | Saskatchewan increasing reporting frequency of emergency room service disruptions | The Government of Saskatchewan is directing the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) to increase the frequency with which temporary emergency service disruptions are posted on the SHA website from once daily to at least twice daily, or as soon as practically possible. | Construction of the new Weyburn General Hospital is complete | The Government of Saskatchewan is pleased to announce that construction is complete for the new Weyburn General Hospital (WGH) and the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) will begin preparations for opening later this year. | SHA CARES - Living our Values | A message from Dr. Rashaad Hansia, Chief Medical Officer Every day, Saskatchewan's physicians and medical residents show up for their patients with skill and dedication. On National Physicians' Day (May 1), the Saskatchewan Health Authority is proud to pause and recognise more than 2,900 physicians and 515 medical residents who serve the people of our province.
I want to provide a heartfelt thank you to the physicians who provide care wherever they are needed, from busy urban hospitals to rural clinics and everything in between. You go beyond your clinical roles as well, giving your time and expertise to teach, mentor and help shape the future of health-care in Saskatchewan.
Rooted in our values of compassion, accountability, respect, equity and safety, you bring genuine dedication to every patient and family you serve. Your commitment to delivering safe, high-quality care close to home is something we never take for granted.
To every physician and medical resident serving the people of Saskatchewan: thank you. What you do matters deeply, and we are proud to celebrate you. | Saskatchewan has taken a meaningful step forward in equitable cancer care, with two mobile mammography trailers now in service across the province. Each year, 42 communities will be visited, bringing safe and accessible breast cancer screening directly to people where they live.
Breast cancer is the most frequently diagnosed cancer among Canadian women. When caught through screening, approximately 75 per cent of cases are identified at an early stage, opening the door to more treatment options and better outcomes. Getting screened close to home removes barriers that too often stand between people and the care they need, reflecting a commitment to compassion, equity, and safety in how health services are delivered.
Residents do not need a referral to access screening. Appointments can be booked by calling 1-855-584-8228.
This initiative was made possible through the support of the Government of Saskatchewan, the Cancer Foundation of Saskatchewan, and the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency, whose collaboration helped get these units on the road. | Recognition and Appreciation | National Immunization Awareness Week | National Immunization Awareness Week (NIAW) is a time to remind ourselves, our patients, clients and residents why immunization matters. This year, NIAW is from April 26 to May 2, 2026, with the National campaign theme being “The Time is Now! Get Immunized”. Vaccines remain one of the safest and most effective ways to protect against many serious diseases, and they work best when given on schedule before exposure occurs. Children who are up to date on their vaccines are less likely to become ill and can help reduce the spread of disease to others. Immunization also helps protect the broader community, including people who cannot receive immunizations. All vaccines used in Canada are thoroughly tested before approval and continue to be carefully monitored. Thank you to all SHA staff who are involved in organizing and administering vaccines to the public. We appreciate the important role you play in protecting people of all ages and educating the public about vaccinations. Recent measles outbreaks in Canada and internationally are a reminder that maintaining high immunization coverage is essential to protect individuals and communities. Find the routine childhood vaccination schedule on the Government of Saskatchewan website. | Training time for Professional Assault Response Training (PART) | The Professional Assault Response Training (PART®) program is now redesigned to provide the appropriate level of violence-prevention training for the risk level in your workplace, ensuring that the time spent is both valuable and effective. Each level begins with one risk-specific online module, and Levels Three through Five require additional classroom instruction.
Read /post our Safety Talk for details on the time required to prepare for potential violence in your workplace. | 2026-27 Staff Safety Strategy Survey Deadline: May 8 Complete a short survey focused on your day-to-day experience and perception of safety within your department and across Saskatchewan Health Authority. Your perspective is essential in helping us understand how safe, supported, and prepared you feel in your work environment. Insights gathered will directly inform the evolution of our Staff Safety strategy and priorities, ensuring they reflect the realities of our teams and meaningfully support staff across the organization. | Foundations for Anti-Racism Training - Saskatoon Date: May 6, 13, and 20
Time: 12:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Location: Saskatoon City Hospital Join us for a three-part training series that supports the SHA CARES values. Through thoughtful discussions and practical strategies, participants will deepen their understanding of the hidden realities of racism and the promise of more inclusive, equitable environments for patients and colleagues. Open to all SHA staff, allied professionals, and other health practitioners. Each session builds on the last. All three must be taken to obtain a certificate of completion. - Module 1 – Foundations for Action
- Module 2 – Indigenous-specific and Anti-Black Racism
- Module 3 – Being A Changemaker
Email shellan.gerlinsky@saskhealthauthority.ca to register. | Date: May 11
Time: 12 - 1 p.m.
Location: Virtual Join us over the lunch hour on May 11 as we celebrate outstanding innovation across our organization. Discover inspiring projects, hear the stories behind them, and be among the first to find out this year’s Innovation Award winners. These innovations reflect our SHA CARES Values—demonstrating compassion, accountability, respect, equity, and safety in action across the work we do every day. You wil leave feeling energized by the passion, creativity, and dedication that continue to drive meaningful change in our work. | Design Thinking Learning Series | Dates: May 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28
Time: 12– 1 p.m.
Location: Virtual This six-part virtual series is designed to immerse participants in the principles and practices of design thinking—a proven approach to tackling complex challenges in healthcare and beyond. Over six sessions, you’ll gain practical experience and tools to help you: - Build empathy and define real-world problems.
- Generate innovative, human-centered solutions.
- Test and refine ideas through hands-on prototyping and feedback.
- Translate creative thinking into actionable change.
The learning series encourages active participation and applied experimentation—not a passive learning experience. You'll be joining a community of like-minded health-care professionals who are committed to driving positive change across the system.
Who Should Attend?
Anyone across the SHA looking to build innovation capacity and apply fresh thinking to real challenges. Whether you’re new to design thinking or looking to deepen your skills, this series is for you.
Seating is limited.
Email Robyn.Mcgonigle@saskhealthauthority.ca to secure your spot. Have questions? Contact Vince for more information. | Learning Essential Approaches to Palliative Care (LEAP) Date: May 16, June 16, or July 14
Time: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: Virtual
We are starting (LEAP) Learning Essential Approaches to Palliative Care sessions for this upcoming year. Pre-work is required before attending a session. If you would like to attend, please ensure you have approval from your manager (if applicable) before filling out the form below. | Traditional Wellness and Healing Learning Series | Dates: May 19
Time: 9 a.m.– 12 p.m.
Location: Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre, North Battleford, SK or Virtual Learn from Knowledge Keepers, physicians, patients and family partners, and health-care providers about Traditional Wellness and Healing Practices for Indigenous People. Whether you are a health-care provider or a decision-maker, this is an opportunity to learn and reflect about the role you can play working in parallel alongside Indigenous Wellness and Healing practices. See poster below for more details. Register to attend in-person or virtually below. | Library Lunch and Learns - May to August | Time: 12 - 12:30 p.m.
Location: Virtual
Hungry for knowledge? Join the SHA Clinical Library over your lunch break to learn about: - Copyright, citation, and image use (May 12 and July 7)
- Library resources and services (May 28, June 25, July 23 and August 25)
- Zotero for citation management (June 9 and August 13)
Register for one date per topic at least a week in advance to secure your seat. | Belonging, Diversity, and Inclusion - Microaggressions vs. Microaffirmations | Date: June 11, 16, 25, July 9, 23, August 13, 20
Time: 12 - 1 p.m.
Location: Virtual
All staff are invited to attend a training session focused on Microaggressions vs Microaffirmations. Small moments can have a big impact on how people feel at work.
Join us for a brief, engaging session that explores the difference between microaggressions—often unintentional words or actions that can cause harm—and microaffirmations—everyday actions that build respect, inclusion, and belonging. | 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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