Regina City Council Appeals to Government of Saskatchewan Over Social Services Funding…

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sep 22

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What happened

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Six Regina city councillors sent an open letter to Terry Jenson, the Minister of Social Services, on September 16. The letter, which represented more than half of the city council, asked the Government of Saskatchewan to take further action regarding homelessness in the capital city. The councillors urged the government to scale up investment to match the severity of the problem.

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Why it matters

Some supportBrind's analysis of the reports

The pleas highlight concerns regarding service capacity gaps within the province's social services. The issue places political and operational pressure on the government regarding social services funding shortfalls in Saskatchewan.

City councillors have raised concerns about service capacity gaps in the province.

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Who's involved

Terry JensonMinister of Social Services, recipient of the pleas regarding social services funding.
Government of SaskatchewanProvincial government responsible for managing affairs in Saskatchewan.
Saskatchewan Housing CorporationSaskatchewan Housing Corporation, overseen by the Minister of Social Services.
Saskatchewan PartyPolitical party of which Terry Jenson is a nominee.
Prince AlbertCity where Terry Jenson was previously employed.
SaskatchewanProvince of Canada where the social services issues are focused.
Jim ReiterFinance Minister for the Government of Saskatchewan.
Jeremy HarrisonAppointed government minister responsible for policy defense.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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Saskatchewan Housing CorporationSpeculative
The Saskatchewan Housing Corporation might face political pressure regarding increased funding for social services.

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City councillor raises concerns about service capacity gaps. All 1 developments

The entities involved

Terry Jenson
Canadian politician

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Government of Saskatchewan
provincial government headquartered in Regina, Canada

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Coverage

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Sep 22leaderpost.com