Health & Safety

A partnership between Saskatchewan Health and SGI to develop and implement co-ordinated, integrated services and supports for people with acquired brain injuries (ABI) and their families.

Amusement ride safety initiatives establish and enforce technical safety standards to minimize the potential hazards associated with the transportation and movement of people by complex electrical and mechanical equipment. Amusement ride devices are in widespread operation throughout the province at fairs and exhibitions during the summer months.

Provides public protection through the establishment and enforcement of technical safety standards related to the manufacture, installation, and operation of complex pressure equipment in widespread use in all commercial, industrial and institutional sectors within the province.

Saskatchewan Emergency Management Organization (SaskEMO) maintains the Provincial Emergency Plan and related contingencies as part of their provincial preparedness program to deal with events that may affect government operations.

The Family Health Benefits Program is administered by Saskatchewan Health and provides families who receive the Saskatchewan Child Benefit and/or the Saskatchewan Employment Supplement with additional health benefits.

The Office of the Fire Commissioner offers investigation assistance, conducts training in fire investigation and offers certification of fire investigators.

Gas Licensing programs apply to contractors, employers, and individuals who provide gas installation services. These programs provide public protection from potential hazards associated with gas installations.

Health Registration registers new residents of the province for health care coverage and maintains a registry of all Saskatchewan residents who are eligible for benefits.

HealthCareersinSask.ca is a no-fee health care recruitment website connecting health professionals with career opportunities in regional health authorities and the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency.

HealthLine is a free, confidential 24-hour health advice telephone line providing immediate, professional health advice or information to help you decide whether you should treat your own symptoms, go to a clinic, wait to see your doctor, or go to a hospital emergency room.

HealthLine Online is a website that offers Saskatchewan residents reliable health information, day or night. This service helps you to better understand and manage your health and the health of your family. It includes tips on how to prevent common illnesses and injuries, how to recognize and treat them, and when to contact a doctor or health care professional.

District Health Boards provide home care services in Saskatchewan. Services are provided on the basis of assessed need and are intended to help people who need acute, palliative and supportive care to remain independent at home.

The Saskatchewan Medical Care Insurance Plan covers a wide range of services provided by physicians, chiropractors and optometrists, as well as some services provided by dentists. The plan pays for insured services on a fee-for-service basis, in accordance with medical care insurance payment schedules.

Occupational Health and Safety promotes a safe and healthy workplace through education, training, inspections, accident investigations and enforcement of workplace safety standards.

The Office of Disability Issues (ODI) serves as a focal point for provincial government initiatives on disability policy and performs a co-ordinating role throughout government in addressing disability issues and policies.

Personal care homes are privately owned and operated facilities that offer accommodation, meals and assistance or supervision for adults aged 18 and older. Personal care homes are licensed and monitored by Saskatchewan Health and must operate in accordance with The Personal Care Homes Act, Regulations and Licensees' Handbook.

The Problem Gambling Help Line provides help to people with gambling problems and their families. Callers receive confidential, professional service from trained counsellors.

Questions or concerns regarding access to care, or a personal health care experience should be addressed to the Quality of Care Co-ordinator in the Regional Health Authoriity.

The Ready for Work initiatives are directed towards helping Saskatchewan young people make a positive transition from school to work.

Health services in Saskatchewan are delivered by 12 regional health authorities.

The safe driving program is a mandatory, province-wide program aimed at reducing the number of alcohol-related traffic accidents, injuries and deaths. The program provides addiction screening, assessment and treatment services for people convicted of alcohol-related driving offences.

Saskatchewan residents with valid Saskatchewan Health coverage may be eligible for Drug Plan benefits. Costs of prescriptions vary depending on the type of benefits individuals receive.

The purpose of Saskatchewan Health's Bursary program is to retain and recruit needed health care professionals to meet the needs of the people of Saskatchewan. The Saskatchewan Health Bursary is offered to students in a variety of health disciplines.

The Province of Saskatchewan is looking for immigrant business persons, farmers and skilled workers who can help us expand and diversify our growing economy. For immigrants who wish to move to Saskatchewan, the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) can provide an alternative means of entry to Canada to federal immigration classes.

The Saskatchewan Relocation Program allows health workforce employees residing outside Saskatchewan to apply for up to $5,000 to assist with relocation costs, in return for a one-year commitment to work in Saskatchewan.

The Saskatchewan Rural, Northern and Hard-to-Recruit Program provides health workforce employees living in or outside Saskatchewan with a return-for-service grant, in exchange for accepting a northern, rural or hard-to-recruit position within the province.

The Saskatchewan Surgical Care Network (SSCN) is an advisory committee to Saskatchewan Health dedicated to creating a more reasonable, fair surgical system for all Saskatchewan people.

Special care homes provide long-term care to individuals with needs that cannot be met through community or home-based approaches. Saskatchewan Health funds special care homes through district health boards.

Supplementary Health Program provides extended health services and products in addition to the universal health benefits to eligible patients identified by Community Resources .

The Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) is a system designed to reduce the risk from hazardous products in the workplace. It is governed by both Federal and Provincial Laws.