News

The SMA keeps you informed and up-to-date on your Association’s news via our website, SMA News Digest, SMA E-News, timely President’s Letters, and various other publications and correspondence.

News release: Sask. Physicians Call for Strengthening Voluntary Addiction Care Before Implementing Compassionate Intervention Act

The Saskatchewan Medical Association (SMA) and the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan (CPSS) share the Government of Saskatchewan’s commitment to reducing preventable deaths and supporting people living with severe substance use disorders. Physicians across the province see the tragic impact of the toxic drug crisis every day and agree that urgent action is necessary.

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Joint SMA/CPSS Statement on the Compassionate Intervention Act

The Saskatchewan Medical Association (SMA) and the College of Physicians and Surgeons of
Saskatchewan (CPSS) share the Government of Saskatchewan’s commitment to reducing
preventable deaths and supporting people living with severe substance use disorders. Physicians
across the province see firsthand the devastating impact of the toxic drug crisis and believe
urgent action is needed.

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Dr. Shayne Burwell appointed new SMA board chair

The Saskatchewan Medical Association (SMA) announces the appointment of Dr. Shayne Burwell as chair of the SMA Board of Directors. Current board chair Dr. Janet Shannon is leaving the position on May 31, 2026, after serving for nine years.

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