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Evidence-based, long-term solutions needed to address growing system challenges A first round of cuts to frontline staff happened on Thursday in the Saskatoon Health Region. About 70 staff, including 12 RNs, will be losing their jobs as a result of the region’s attempt to save $34 million to balance their budget. Unfortunately we know that the Saskatoon Health Region isn’t the only…

Saskatchewan Union of Nurses president Tracy Zambory worries job losses in the Saskatoon Health Region will affect patient safety. “Our members are telling us if there is job loss in the system — and now we see that there is — that’s only going to cause more concern around the erosion of the safety and quality of patient care and the health and morale…

The Saskatoon Health Region says about 70 people’s jobs will be “affected by sustainability plan measures” as it tries to keep its budget balanced. According to a news release issued late this afternoon by the health region, the eliminated positions will include unionized and non-unionized employees.  “We have made these decisions knowing…

The Next Up application deadline for Saskatoon is coming up September 19 and for Regina it is October 7. Target Audience: 18-32 year-olds who are committed to social and environmental justice. Looking to reach young Indigenous people, people of colour, LGBTQ+ people, people with disabilities, people who have had fewer educational opportunities, and other equity-seeking groups. Spread the…

DAVIDSON — The loss of a full-time relief nursing position at the Davidson Health Centre last month was a blow, but it was more than that. For the remaining nurses, it was the last straw. “We’re just in crisis out here,” said registered nurse Lyndsay Cross, speaking to Davidson town council at its regular meeting Tuesday night. She and colleague Krista Alexander…