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.

International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination – which is March 21 – reminds us that racism is not a distant or abstract concept in Saskatchewan, according to Dr. Nnamdi Ndubuka.

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.

The new report by the Canadian Medical Association and the Canadian Federation of Independent Business says Sask. physicians dedicate 10.7 hours per week to administrative tasks.

Saskatchewan Medical Association (SMA) president Dr. Pamela Arnold touched on themes of building and strengthening relationships among physicians and health system leaders during her address to the 2025 Fall Representative Assembly (RA).

Dr. Ettiene Crouse credits the health care team in Moosomin for his selection as the Saskatchewan Medical Association’s (SMA) 2025 Physician of the Year.