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'They are coming down significantly': Regina's COVID-19 numbers trending in positive direction

After being Saskatchewan’s COVID-19 hotspot for much of the last two months, Regina is seeing a drop in case numbers.

First dose of COVID-19 vaccine nearly 99.9% effective in Sask.: CMHO

COVID-19 vaccines have proven to be nearly 99.9 per cent effective in Saskatchewan, according to new data from the province.

A dose of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccination is prepared at a mobile clinic for members of First Nations and their partners, in Montreal, Friday, April 30, 2021. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Ryan Remiorz

Sask. premier seeks federal guidance for fully vaccinated residents

Saskatchewan’s premier is looking for guidance from the federal government on what restrictions will remain in place for fully vaccinated residents, as the province approaches its second dose rollout for the general population.

186 new infections in Sask., Regina surpassed as city with most active cases

The Saskatchewan government recorded 186 new COVID-19 cases on Tuesday, along with 266 recoveries and four new deaths.

Vaccine eligibility in Sask. to drop to 26+ Wednesday

Saskatchewan residents age 26 and older will be eligible to get a COVID-19 vaccine starting at 8 a.m. Wednesday.

'It's hard to sleep': Saskatchewan's Indian community concerned about COVID-19 crisis

Representatives of Regina’s Indian community say the mood amongst members is somber, as many are keeping a close eye on what happening to friends and family in India.

After a generation-long fight, Sask. First Nation receives $141M settlement for lost land

Mosquito Grizzly Bear’s Head Lean Man First Nation will receive $141 million, plus interest in compensation for the loss of its land in 1905.

This is when you can expect your SGI rebate cheque

SGI customers can expect a rebate cheque in the mail between mid-May and mid-June.

Rodent suspects in alleged lumber theft won’t face charges: RCMP

Porcupine Plain RCMP say one or more beavers are to blame for a rural lumber theft.

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What does the science say about AstraZeneca? A blood clot expert weighs in

Dr. Menaka Pai, a blood clot expert and member of Ontario's COVID-19 Science Advisory Table, tells CTV's Chief News Anchor and Senior Editor Lisa LaFlamme that while AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine is effective, she agrees with three provinces' decision to stop administering first doses.

A vial of AstraZeneca vaccine is seen at a mass COVID-19 vaccination clinic in Calgary on Thursday, April 22, 2021. (THE CANADIAN PRESS / Jeff McIntosh)

Canada warns Michigan oil line shutdown could undermine U.S. ties

Enbridge Inc is preparing for a legal battle with Michigan and courting protests from environmental groups, betting it can ignore the state's Wednesday deadline to shut down Line 5.

Ontario will no longer offer first doses of AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine

Ontario will no longer offer first doses of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine due to an increase in reports of rare blood clots.

PM says Canada will have enough COVID-19 vaccines for a 'one-dose summer'

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau confirmed Tuesday that there will be enough COVID-19 vaccines coming into the country to offer every eligible and willing Canadian their first shot by this summer, and enough doses for everyone to be fully vaccinated 'by September.'

Anand reminds Canadians that Trudeau, O'Toole, Singh all received AstraZeneca

In an effort to restore public confidence in the AstraZeneca vaccine after news that Ontario is pausing the first dose of the drug amid rare blood-clotting concerns, the federal procurement minister listed off a handful of political leaders who have received the shot.