Health
The Ministry of Health is committed to a health system that puts patients first by providing Better Health, Better Care, Better Value, and Better Teams for Saskatchewan people.
1. Information you might be looking for
Apply for a health card
Information about applying for or changing personal information on your health card.
Look up surgical wait times
Find information about surgeries and the specialists who perform them by name, location, or wait time.
Manage your health needs
Contact experts with your questions or concerns about services, treatments, and access to care.
Call 911 or access other emergency medical services
Contact the right emergency response for your situation.
Find out about prescription drugs and plans
Learn about the different prescription drug plans available depending on your age and needs.
2. Plans and Annual Reports
Plan for 2023-24
The plan for 2023-24 reflects the government's goals of sustaining growth and opportunities for Saskatchewan people, meeting the challenges of growth, securing a better quality of life for all Saskatchewan people and delivering responsive and responsible government.
For previous ministry plans, please visit Prior Year Plans, Reports and Guiding Documents.
Annual Reports
The Ministry of Health's 2021-22 Annual Report presents the ministry's activities and results for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2022. It reports to the public and elected officials on public commitments made and other key accomplishments of the ministry.
Previous fiscal year annual reports can be found by visiting Prior Year Plans, Reports and Guiding Documents.
Drug Plan and Extended Benefits Branch Annual Statistical Report 2020-21
Medical Services Branch Annual Statistical Report 2019-20
eHealth Saskatchewan Annual Report
Additional Reports
This section includes annual report archive, health status reports, reports on public losses, reports on CEO long-term care facility visits and an archive of other ministry plans and reports.
3. Programs and services
Continuing Care
Services to help people live independently, such as home care, personal care homes and long-term care.
Health Benefits
Details about what health services are covered, and how to register.
Immunization Services and Information
Details about free immunization programs to protect babies, children and adults from vaccine-preventable diseases.
Mental Health and Addictions
Promotion of mental health and treatment services for people experiencing mental illness and addictions.
Programs and Services for People with Disabilities
Support for people with long term disabilities or illnesses.
Medical Imaging
Details about imaging procedures (from x-ray to MRI) and how to prepare.
Surgery
Options for surgical care in Saskatchewan. How to find a specialist, minimize wait times and more.
Saskatchewan eHealth Vital Statistics
Register a birth, death, marriage, stillbirth, and change of name. Get certificate as legal proof of vital events. Access statistical information.
eHealth Saskatchewan
The Treasury Board Crown Corporation responsible for developing and implementing the Electronic Health Record (EHR) for Saskatchewan.
4. Ministers and Managers
Hon. Paul Merriman, Minister
Minister's Office
| Phone | 306-787-7345 |
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| Fax | 306-787-0237 |
| he.minister@gov.sk.ca | |
| Mailing Address | Room 204, 2405 Legislative Drive, Regina, SK, S4S 0B3 |
Hon. Everett Hindley, Minister
Minister's Office - Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, Seniors and Rural and Remote Health
| Phone | 306-798-9014 |
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| Fax | 306-798-9013 |
| ministerrrhe@gov.sk.ca | |
| Mailing Address | Room 208, Legislative Building, 2405 Legislative Drive, Regina, SK, S4S 0B3 |
Tracey Smith, Deputy Minister
Deputy Minister's Office
| Phone | 306-787-3041 |
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| Fax | 306-787-4533 |
| tracey.smith@health.gov.sk.ca | |
| Mailing Address | 3rd Floor, 3475 Albert Street, Regina, SK, S4S 6X6 |
Billie-Jo Morrissette, Assistant Deputy Minister
Deputy Minister's Office
| Phone | 306-787-3147 |
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| Fax | 306-787-4533 |
| billie-jo.morrissette@health.gov.sk.ca | |
| Mailing Address | 3rd Floor, 3475 Albert Street, Regina, SK, S4S 6X6 |
Rebecca Carter, Assistant Deputy Minister
Deputy Minister's Office
| Phone | 306-787-0513 |
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| Fax | 306-787-4533 |
| Rebecca.Carter@health.gov.sk.ca | |
| Mailing Address | 3rd Floor, 3475 Albert Street, Regina, SK, S4S 6X6 |
Ingrid Kirby, Assistant Deputy Minister
Deputy Minister's Office
| Phone | 306-787-4695 |
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| Fax | 306-787-4533 |
| ingrid.kirby@health.gov.sk.ca | |
| Mailing Address | 3rd Floor, 3475 Albert Street, Regina, SK, S4S 6X6 |
Norman O'Neill, Assistant Deputy Minister
Deputy Minister's Office
| Phone | 306-787-3186 |
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| Fax | 306-787-4533 |
| Mailing Address | 3rd Floor, 3475 Albert Street, Regina, SK, S4S 6X6 |
Greg Gettle, Assistant Deputy Minister
Deputy Minister's Office
| Phone | 306-533-3466 |
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| Fax | 306-787-4533 |
| Greg.Gettle@health.gov.sk.ca | |
| Mailing Address | 3rd Floor, 3475 Albert Street, Regina, SK, S4S 6X6 |
5. Forms and publications
These are our top downloaded health documents:
Health Services Card Application
Apply for a health card online or by mail.
Influenza Immunization Information
Find out how to fight the flu.
Early Childhood Development
Resources for parents to help kids grow up healthy.
Special Support Program - Drug Plan - CRA Application
Help for those whose drug costs are high in relation to their income.
You can find all publications for this ministry in the Publications Centre.
6. Health System Statistics
The following reports provide various health system information and statistics.
7. Legislation
The following acts and regulations are administered by the Ministry of Health and are available in PDF format. The links below are provided with the consent of Office of the King's Printer pursuant to Government of Saskatchewan copyright policies. Printed copies of the legislation are also available through the Freelaw® website.
To order or subscribe, please visit the Freelaw®website. If you don't have Adobe Reader on your system, you can download it for free.
R-8.2 - The Regional Health Services Act
Addresses the governance and accountability of the regional health authorities.
P-37.1 - The Public Health Act, 1994
Provides authority for the establishment of public health standards, such as public health inspection of food services.
M-13.1 - The Mental Health Services Act
Regulates the provision of mental health services in the province and the protection of persons with mental disorders.
H-0.021 - The Health Information Protection Act
Protects personal health information in the health system in Saskatchewan and establishes a common set of rules that emphasize the protection of privacy, while ensuring that information is available to provide efficient health services.
P-0.1 - The Paramedics Act
Regulates paramedics
8. News releases
Read the ministry's most recent news releases
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Early Planning Underway For The Replacement Of The Estevan Regional Nursing Home
Early planning is underway for the replacement of the Estevan Regional Nursing Home. A needs assessment for Estevan Regional Nursing Home began in...
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Official Grand Opening of the Meadow Lake Dialysis Unit
Patients in northwest Saskatchewan now have access to hemodialysis services closer to home. Mental Health and Addictions, Seniors and Rural and...
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Pull Up Your Socks and Watch for Ticks
Saskatchewan residents are being reminded to take precautions to avoid tick bites as warmer weather begins. With many people heading outside over...
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Mobilization Begins for Weyburn and District General Hospital Project
The new Weyburn General Hospital is one step closer to the start of construction. Wright Construction Western Inc. will be on site in the next few...
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University of Regina's Internet-delivered Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Program Receives Funding Boost
The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $400,000 in additional funding to support the University of Regina Online Therapy Unit so that...