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The Saskatchewan Government is awarding more than 600 bursaries this year for students pursuing a health career, or upgrading their skills.

One in seven people in the province of Saskatchewan is currently 65 years of age or older. That is the highest ratio in Canada.

Demographic projections indicate that by the year 2020, approximately one in six Saskatchewan residents will be 65 years of age or older. At the same time, almost one in six Saskatchewan residents will be 14 years of age and younger.

Services to help people live independently.

Learn about the plan and how to qualify for coverage.

When urgent life saving care is required.

Find a doctor in your health region.
HealthLine is a free, confidential 24-hour health advice telephone line, staffed by registered nurses.
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Services to promote, preserve and restore the mental health of Saskatchewan people.

There are many short- or long-term medical conditions that can be protected against.

Discussion of seniors' issues and events by the Minister Responsible for Seniors.

Health advice in HealthLine Online.

Every year, Saskatchewan celebrates the valuable contribution made by seniors.

Support for people with long term disabilities or illnesses.

Tobacco use poses serious risks to your health, and those around you.

Initiatives are under way to improve access to surgical and diagnostic procedures.
Related Documents

Report on implications for prevention. Released October 2002.

seniors-fall-injuries.pdf  ( 394.9 KB )

Research into the health status of seniors in Saskatchewan. Based on 1992-2003 data.

Information to aid in decision-making about housing.

seniors-housing.pdf  ( 2.1 MB )

Discounts and free services provided to Saskatchewan seniors.

Policy document published in May 2003.

Description of services provided by different government departments and agencies. 2003

seniors-services.pdf  ( 1.1 MB )
Related Links

Branch responsible for seniors' issues.

Nutrition advice.

Services and information from the Government of Canada.

Au services des personnes âgées - Gouvernement du Canada.

Programs offered through the Ministry of Social Services to assist low-income seniors with their basic needs.


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