"A new cervix self-screening program will provide women with the option to receive a self-sampling kit in the mail to test for the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) as an alternative to the Pap test." — Our Plan for a Strong Economy and a Bright Future, retrieved 2024-10-19
"Coverage for Flash and Continuous Glucose Monitoring systems and supplies will be expanded, at no cost, to seniors who use insulin to manage their diabetes and meet medical criteria.
Coverage for Flash and Continuous Glucose Monitoring systems and supplies will be expanded, at no cost, to young adults ages 25 and under who use insulin to manage their diabetes and meet medical criteria."
Work with community organisations, not-for-profits, & mental health professionals to address addiction, homelessness, & mental health issues
"We believe in partnering with community organizations, not-for-profits, and mental health professionals to address addictions, homelessness, and mental health issues. This collaborative approach is crucial for creating an effective and compassionate support system for those most in need. These groups offer in- valuable, on the ground knowledge and expertise. By integrating existing services and resources, we aim to create pathways to ensure that individuals receive comprehensive care tailored to their circumstances. We will work with experts in the community to foster a collaborative environment that prioritizes long term solutions and stability." — The Sask United Blueprint for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20
"The Saskatchewan Party has set a target of 500 new addictions treatment spaces over the next five years. 213 of those 500 spaces have been announced or opened." — Our Plan for a Strong Economy and a Bright Future, retrieved 2024-10-19
Update the Ambulance Act to reduce the time paramedics spend in waiting rooms
"Help paramedics to get out of waiting rooms and back on the road through modernizing the Ambulance Act." — It’s Time for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20
Create a public, online dashboard to track unplanned emergency room closures
"Share information with Saskatchewan people when there are unplanned emergency room closures by launching an online dashboard." — It’s Time for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20
Reopen the emergency room in Saskatoon City Hospital 24/7
"Relieve pressure on Saskatoon emergency rooms, reduce wait times and improve healthcare by reopening the emergency room in Saskatoon City Hospital 24/7." — It’s Time for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20
We don't have any Sask United policies on Emergency wait-times.
We don't have any Sask Party policies on Emergency wait-times.
"Establish an online list of family doctors accepting new patients and improve access to primary care and nurse practitioners." — It’s Time for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20
"We will harness the innovation, efficiency, and expertise of the private sector to build out our healthcare infrastructure by introducing the Saskatchewan Integrated Healthcare System (SIHS). Non-government clinics will now have the ability to build facilities and provide services to meet the demands of local communities while remaining publicly funded through government contracts. By allowing choice and competition in the delivery of health care services, while retaining universal access for all, we will ensure that every citizen has access to the world-class medical care they deserve." — The Sask United Blueprint for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20
"We understand that mental health care is a priority. More access to care is a necessity and imperative for reducing barriers for those in need. By opening health care to the private sector there will be a focus on opening mental health clinics, with services funded by the government. We aim to increase service avail- ability and reduce wait times, fostering a more responsive and effective care system. We will also expand access to telehealth options for both urban and rural areas, ensuring availability to reach underserved communities." — The Sask United Blueprint for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20
"Invest in Community Health Advisory Networks so local communities will be heard in healthcare decision-making." — It’s Time for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20
"We must confront the challenges of bureaucracy and inefficiency that can hinder our progress. We under- stand that managing what we are able to manage is essential to delivering quality services. That is why we will call an immediate audit of administration vs. frontline, so we can streamline bureaucracy, reduce red tape, and eliminate unnecessary layers of administration that can impede the delivery of essential services." — The Sask United Blueprint for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20
Contract healthcare services out to private clinics
"We will harness the innovation, efficiency, and expertise of the private sector to build out our healthcare infrastructure by introducing the Saskatchewan Integrated Healthcare System (SIHS). Non-government clinics will now have the ability to build facilities and provide services to meet the demands of local communities while remaining publicly funded through government contracts. By allowing choice and competition in the delivery of health care services, while retaining universal access for all, we will ensure that every citizen has access to the world-class medical care they deserve." — The Sask United Blueprint for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20
"We understand that mental health care is a priority. More access to care is a necessity and imperative for reducing barriers for those in need. By opening health care to the private sector there will be a focus on opening mental health clinics, with services funded by the government. We aim to increase service avail- ability and reduce wait times, fostering a more responsive and effective care system. We will also expand access to telehealth options for both urban and rural areas, ensuring availability to reach underserved communities." — The Sask United Blueprint for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20
We don't have any Sask Party policies on Health administration.
Hire more doctors, nurses, paramedics, and healthcare professionals
"Hire more doctors, nurses, paramedics and healthcare professionals to work on the front lines and at the bedside." — It’s Time for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20
Create more permanent, full-time healthcare positions, and phase out contract positions
"Create more permanent full-time healthcare positions to ensure frontline workers can stay in their communities and phase out Scott Moe’s costly contract positions." — It’s Time for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20
"Retain the healthcare workers already on the frontlines by treating them with respect and ensuring they have the tools they need to do their jobs." — It’s Time for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20
End "the culture of fear and reprisals" in Saskatchewan healthcare
"Respect healthcare workers and ensure they are valued by bringing in a different approach than the Sask. Party and ending the culture of fear and reprisals." — It’s Time for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20
Train more healthcare workers in Saskatchewan, with a focus on hard-to-recruit positions
"Bring in a Grow Your Own Strategy to train more healthcare workers here in Saskatchewan to work in Saskatchewan – with a focus on hard-to-recruit positions." — It’s Time for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20
Create a Health Human Resources Roundtable
"Create a Health Human Resources Roundtable to bring together all key players to assess the current workforce and plan for the future." — It’s Time for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20
Launch a nursing taskforce
"Launch the nursing taskforce that the Saskatchewan Union of Nurses has been calling for for more than two years." — It’s Time for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20
Open more medical school seats and residency spots
"We recognize the urgent need for more healthcare professionals in Saskatchewan. To address this, we will open more medical school seats and residency spots here in the province." — The Sask United Blueprint for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20
Pay for healthcare professionals' education in exchange for a commitment to serve in Saskatchewan for a specified time
"We will offer a program similar to the Royal Military College (RMC) Officer Program, where students and new healthcare professionals will have their education paid for in exchange for a commitment to serve in Saskatchewan for a specified period of time." — The Sask United Blueprint for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20
Offer retention bonuses to healthcare professionals who stay to work in Saskatchewan
"Retention bonuses will be offered for healthcare professionals who choose to stay and work in Saskatchewan, ensuring that we not only attract but also retain top talent." — The Sask United Blueprint for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20
Implement a targeted recruitment strategy to attract new nurses, doctors lab technicians, and other medical professionals from across Canada
"We will also implement a target- ed recruitment strategy that focuses on attracting nurses, doctors, lab technicians, and other medical pro- fessionals from all Canadian universities and colleges." — The Sask United Blueprint for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20
Provide competitive compensation and research grants compared to other Canadian jurisdictions
"We will also implement additional research grants and offer competitive compensation in other Canadian jurisdictions for professionals who choose to work and stay in the Saskatchewan." — The Sask United Blueprint for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20
We don't have any Sask Party policies on Health staffing.
Restore and expand supports and services to keep seniors in their homes longer
"Reduce long-term care wait times and restore and expand supports and services to keep seniors in their homes longer, including those living with disabilities and other physical impairments." — It’s Time for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20
We don't have any Sask United policies on Long-term care.
We don't have any Sask Party policies on Long-term care.
"Increase access to mental health supports, addictions support, including counselling, prevention and early intervention services." — It’s Time for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20
Enrol more people in the Rapid Access Counselling programme
Contract healthcare services out to private clinics
"We will harness the innovation, efficiency, and expertise of the private sector to build out our healthcare infrastructure by introducing the Saskatchewan Integrated Healthcare System (SIHS). Non-government clinics will now have the ability to build facilities and provide services to meet the demands of local communities while remaining publicly funded through government contracts. By allowing choice and competition in the delivery of health care services, while retaining universal access for all, we will ensure that every citizen has access to the world-class medical care they deserve." — The Sask United Blueprint for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20
"We understand that mental health care is a priority. More access to care is a necessity and imperative for reducing barriers for those in need. By opening health care to the private sector there will be a focus on opening mental health clinics, with services funded by the government. We aim to increase service avail- ability and reduce wait times, fostering a more responsive and effective care system. We will also expand access to telehealth options for both urban and rural areas, ensuring availability to reach underserved communities." — The Sask United Blueprint for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20
Start a recruitment initiative for psychiatrists & mental health professionals, including relocation, debt payment, and competitive salaries
"Additionally, a strategic recruitment initiative will be launched to attract psychiatrists and mental health professionals to the province, offering incentives such as relocation assistance, education debt payment and competitive salaries." — The Sask United Blueprint for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20
Work with community organisations, not-for-profits, & mental health professionals to address addiction, homelessness, & mental health issues
"We believe in partnering with community organizations, not-for-profits, and mental health professionals to address addictions, homelessness, and mental health issues. This collaborative approach is crucial for creating an effective and compassionate support system for those most in need. These groups offer in- valuable, on the ground knowledge and expertise. By integrating existing services and resources, we aim to create pathways to ensure that individuals receive comprehensive care tailored to their circumstances. We will work with experts in the community to foster a collaborative environment that prioritizes long term solutions and stability." — The Sask United Blueprint for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20
Expand access to telehealth
"We will also expand access to telehealth options for both urban and rural areas, ensuring availability to reach underserved communities." — The Sask United Blueprint for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20
We don't have any Sask Party policies on Mental health.
"Reduce prescription costs by signing on to the federal government’s plan to cover insulin and contraceptives." — It’s Time for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20
Invest in diagnostic equipment in the public system
"Provide people with timely access to life-saving tests and scans by investing in diagnostic equipment in the public system, including MRIs, mammograms, and CT scans." — It’s Time for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20
Reopen the Moose Jaw Hyperbaric Chamber
"Help firefighters, burn victims and cancer patients get treatment by reopening the Moose Jaw Hyperbaric Chamber." — It’s Time for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20
Hire more staff and increase the hours of operation for surgeries
"Increase the number of surgeries in the public system by hiring more staff and increasing the hours of operation." — It’s Time for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20
"We will harness the innovation, efficiency, and expertise of the private sector to build out our healthcare infrastructure by introducing the Saskatchewan Integrated Healthcare System (SIHS). Non-government clinics will now have the ability to build facilities and provide services to meet the demands of local communities while remaining publicly funded through government contracts. By allowing choice and competition in the delivery of health care services, while retaining universal access for all, we will ensure that every citizen has access to the world-class medical care they deserve." — The Sask United Blueprint for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20
"We understand that mental health care is a priority. More access to care is a necessity and imperative for reducing barriers for those in need. By opening health care to the private sector there will be a focus on opening mental health clinics, with services funded by the government. We aim to increase service avail- ability and reduce wait times, fostering a more responsive and effective care system. We will also expand access to telehealth options for both urban and rural areas, ensuring availability to reach underserved communities." — The Sask United Blueprint for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20
Restore and expand supports and services to keep seniors in their homes longer
"Reduce long-term care wait times and restore and expand supports and services to keep seniors in their homes longer, including those living with disabilities and other physical impairments." — It’s Time for Change, retrieved 2024-10-20
We don't have any Sask United policies on Seniors.
"A new tax credit will cover 50 per cent of the cost of a first fertility treatment and related prescription drug costs up to $20,000, for a $10,000 benefit." — Our Plan for a Strong Economy and a Bright Future, retrieved 2024-10-19
