Saskatchewan Nurses Rally for Urgent Health Care Reforms Amid Overcapacity Crisis

As the provincial election approaches, nurses demand immediate action on staffing shortages and overcrowded hospitals.

Nurses in Saskatchewan are calling for the next government to address severe staffing shortages and long wait times in hospitals.
The emergency room at Saskatoon's Royal University Hospital reached 350% capacity, highlighting critical system failures.
NDP Leader Carla Beck promises to invest $1.1 billion in health care and reduce reliance on expensive out-of-province contract nurses.
The Saskatchewan Union of Nurses reports that 86% of registered nurses are concerned about patient safety due to understaffing.
Current Premier Scott Moe claims progress with recent nursing hires, but critics argue the measures are insufficient to meet demand.