Category Archives: Battlefords

Three members hired ahead of Sask. Marshals Service regional HQ launch in North Battleford
The Saskatchewan Marshals Service (SMS) has hired three experienced police officers as it prepares to stand up its new regional headquarters in North Battleford early in the new year.The agency announ...
Dec 04, 2025

Cold weather prompts renewed reminders as homeless residents risk dangerous exposure
As winter blankets the Battlefords, officials warn of the effects of extreme temperatures and encourage the use of the community's homeless shelter. Miwasin Kikinaw, the homeless shelter, provides a w...
Dec 04, 2025

Battlefords firefighters awarded for their heroism during northern wildfires
North Battleford's fire chief visited Regina on Tuesday to receive an award for his crew's heroism and bravery. Premier Scott Moe awarded each fire chief a Premier's Commendation Award for those who s...
Dec 03, 2025

CPKC Holiday Train rolling into Wilkie with music and Christmas cheer Dec. 7
Choo choo!The CPKC Holiday Train will make a stop in Wilkie this Sunday, bringing live music and support for the local food bank as part of its annual cross-country fundraising tour.The train is sched...
Dec 03, 2025

Battleford proposes 3.9 per cent tax increase for 2026 budget
The capital and operational budget was proposed to the town of Battleford's council. Chief financial officer Tetiana Polishchuk presented the 2026 budget with a proposed 3.9 per cent tax increase, whi...
Dec 03, 2025

Battlefords food-security program gets $19K through FCC AgriSpirit Fund
A program aimed at improving food security and health outcomes across the Battlefords and nearby First Nations has received a major boost through Farm Credit Canada (FCC)'s AgriSpirit Fund.Battlefords...
Dec 03, 2025

Firefighter sustains minor injury during structure fire
North Battleford Fire Department (NBFD) is investigating the cause of a total loss structure fire. The fire was reported on Dec. 2 at 951-110th Street. Firefighters responded to the call at 8:33 p.m. ...
Dec 03, 2025

From basement drum kits to SCMA awards, Battlefords' Kurtis Kopp finds his rhythm in the spotlight
When the lights came up inside the Saskatchewan Country Music Awards (SCMA) hall in Regina, Kurtis Kopp walked out with more than hardware in his hands.He carried a history that began in front of a re...
Dec 02, 2025

Catching up: Battlefords Trail Breakers Snowmobile Club
Snowmobilers in the Battlefords can expect a refreshed trail system this season, complete with new themed shelters and ongoing upgrades. Last week, the Battlefords Trail Breakers Snowmobile Club revea...
Dec 01, 2025

'This is not an Indian problem. This is a social problem,' BATC chief says as policing concerns escalate
Chiefs with the Battlefords Agency Tribal Chiefs (BATC) say shootings, gang activity, drug trafficking and delayed RCMP response times have created a public-safety crisis in their communities, and the...
Dec 01, 2025