Rural Dart

May 20, 2025

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MLDP Review Survey

Do you have thoughts on the future of municipal leadership in Saskatchewan?

The Municipal Leadership Development Program (MLDP) Sub-Committee wants to hear from you!

The MLDP is undergoing a review to ensure its continued relevance and improve engagement among municipal leaders. We are seeking your input to inform the future direction of the MLDP and we encourage you to share your thoughts by filling out the survey linked below.

The deadline to complete the survey is May 30, 2025.

Share Your Thoughts

SARM Division 3 Director Election

A special election to elect the Division 3 Director for the term from now to the 2026 SARM Annual Convention will be held virtually on Wednesday, May 21, 2025.

The nominations include:

Shawn Kramer

RM of Maple Creek No. 111

Read Letter of Intent

Larry Grant

RM of Val Marie No. 17

Read Letter of Intent

Video addresses from each candidate and nominator are linked below. Voting credentials and instructions have been sent to all RMs in Division 3. Please check your inboxes for more information.

Video Addresses

SARM Resolution Responses

SARM has received responses to several resolutions passed at the 2025 SARM Annual Convention. Click the links below to review the responses to each resolution.

Your Voice

RM Input on Modernization of Proximity Guidelines

Throughout 2025, the Railway Association of Canada (RAC) will be working closely with Dillon Consulting, the rail industry, and all interested parties to modernize the Proximity Guidelines. These Guidelines were last revised in 2013, when the RAC and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) co-developed the FCM-RAC Guidelines for New Development in Proximity to Railway Operations (Proximity Guidelines/Guidelines). The Guidelines exist to enhance safety and livability by providing developers and communities with planning tools for development in proximity to railway corridors.

Since the Proximity Guidelines were released and implemented across Canada over 10 years ago, real world experience has identified many opportunities for improvement. Also, Canada’s housing crisis has led to changing housing priorities and policies that incentivize more housing developments. Absent from this national dialogue is the critical importance of rail safety and how best to develop near rail. This is critical context for revisiting the Guidelines to address gaps, development pressures, and incorporate input from all interested parties to provide enhanced safety guidance for 2025 and beyond.

Complete the survey linked below to provide your input to the RAC. The survey deadline is now June 1, 2025.

Learn More

Take the Survey

Information & Resources

Updates on WSA Initiatives Impacting Rural Saskatchewan

Join SARM and the Water Security Agency (WSA) for a webinar to learn about key developments and next steps on several major initiatives that impact Saskatchewan’s rural communities. We’ll begin with a look at the Westside Irrigation Project, highlight the Agriculture Water Management Strategy and provide an overview of the Aquatic Habitat Protection Program. We look forward to sharing these updates, answering your questions, and hearing your feedback.

Take advantage of the opportunity to learn more, ask questions, and provide input into these projects that will shape the future of water management in our province.

Date: May 29, 2025

Time: 10-11:00 a.m.

Learn More / Register

Disclaimer: The following municipalities/towns/villages have requested the information below to be distributed and will be billed for using this service.

Looking to Hire:

RM of Biggar No. 347, Administrator, May 24 - Close

RM of Argyle No. 1, Equipment/Maintenance Operator, May 29 - Close

RM of Wise Creek No. 77, Administrator, May 29 - Close

RM of Newcombe No. 260, Administrator, May 30 - Close

RM of Francis No. 127, Equipment Operator, May 30 - Close

RM of Prairie Rose No. 309, Equipment Operator, May 30 - Close

RM of Eagle Creek No. 376, Administrator, May 31 - Close

RM of White Valley No. 49, Grader Operator, May 31 - Close

RM of Sarnia No. 221, Administrator, June 1 - Close

RM of Buffalo No. 409, Grader Operator, June 30 - Close

RM of Livingston No. 331, Administrator, June 4 - Close

RM of Round Hill No. 467, Equipment Operator, June 8 - Close

Looking to Buy/Sell:

RM of Milden No. 286, 2015 John Deere 6170M, May 30 - Close

RM of Lumsden No. 189, Case 280 CVT Tractor and FAE 250 MTH Mulcher, June 4 - Close

SARM Classifieds

SARM Classifieds Submissions

Ad postings for the SARM Classifieds can be submitted through the online submission forms. For questions, contact 306.757.3577 or sarm@sarm.ca.

Submit a Classifieds Ad

Saskatchewan Introduces Point of Care Testing to Three More Rural Emergency Departments

Residents of the Kamsack, La Loche, and Shaunavon areas will benefit from enhanced access to emergency health care at their hospitals through an innovative approach to laboratory services, known as Point of Care Testing (POCT).

Crop Report For The Period May 6 to May 12, 2025

Limited precipitation over the past week has allowed producers to make substantial seeding progress. Seeding is currently 49 per cent complete across the province, up 31 per cent from last week. This is significantly ahead of the five-year average of 32 per cent and the 10-year average of 34 per cent.

Anthrax Confirmed in Cattle in the RM of Paynton No. 470

Saskatchewan Agriculture is reminding producers to be on the lookout for anthrax in their animals after anthrax was confirmed by laboratory results on May 13 as the cause of death in cattle in the Rural Municipality (RM) of Paynton No. 470.

Expansion of Mental Health Capacity Building Program to Support More Students

Education Minister Everett Hindley and Mental Health and Addictions Minister Lori Carr announced an expansion of the Mental Health Capacity Building (MHCB) program to five more Saskatchewan schools in support of student mental health and wellbeing.

Continual Intake Improves Targeted Sector Support Application for Municipalities

Targeted Sector Support Initiative (TSS) funding is available for municipalities working with regional partners to improve their residents' quality of life. Applications are now being accepted at any time of the year and will be reviewed on a monthly basis.

Be Bear Aware

Warmer weather attracts nature-lovers and our wildlife neighbors - bears! These foragers are out of hibernation and are busy searching for food. As you enjoy the outdoors, be mindful of your surroundings.

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