Saskatchewan Government Announces Small-Town Police Service Funding Program
What happened
The government of Saskatchewan has established the STAR Grant Program to support small-town and rural police services. This program provides $10,000 for each sworn officer working with an eligible service. The program was announced earlier this year, with $190,000 committed in 2026-27 across five services. Luseland received a $10,000 allocation to support its police service.
Why it matters
The funding is managed through the provincial government to support local services. The program was announced while Community Safety Minister Michael Weger visited Luseland to present the ceremonial cheque. Highways Minister Kim Gartner also attended the funding presentation.
Who's involved
- GartnerServes as Saskatchewan Minister of Highways.
- SaskatchewanProvince of Canada where the government operates.
- WegerHolds the office of Provincial Minister of Community Safety in Saskatchewan.
- LuselandTown in Saskatchewan that received a grant for its police service.
Who could feel it
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- LuselandSpeculative
Luseland could receive government funding to support its local police service operations.
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The entities involved
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Gartner
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