Michael Oleksyn

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Civic Affairs Reporter at Prince Albert Daily Herald

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Articles

Catholic Division to receive original Toonies for Tuition trophy

1 day ago | thespec.com | Michael Oleksyn

The Prince Albert Catholic School Division takes part each year in the Toonies for Tuition campaign. At the board’s regular meeting on Monday, May 26, CFO Greg McEwen reported that the campaign raised $6,441,99. This was a slight decrease from the $6,526.63 raised last year. Each year a trophy is presented for the highest provincial and highest school board/division winner and the Catholic Division claimed the award last year.
Navy League hosts annual Ceremonial Review

4 days ago | paherald.sk.ca | Michael Oleksyn

The No. 5 W.K. Reed Navy League Cadet Corps based out of Prince Albert held their annual ceremonial review at the Prince Albert Armoury on May 30. The program included an inspection of the cadets, a march past, and an awards and medal presentation. The cadets who participated said it was a rewarding experienceDuring the ceremony, there was a special award presented to Petty Officer Ryan Boka. Boka received the Navy League Medal of Excellence.
Challenging days ahead in northern wildfires: Moe

4 days ago | paherald.sk.ca | Michael Oleksyn

The number of structures destroyed and communities evacuated continues to grow in Saskatchewan according to the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA). The Tri-Community area of La Ronge, Lac La Ronge and Air Ronge were evacuated Monday as the Ditch Fire surrounded the communities. Premier Scott Moe acknowledged the number of evacuations have been growing in Saskatchewan in recent days.
Catholic Division planning to advocate for City/School Board Liaison Committee

5 days ago | thespec.com | Michael Oleksyn

The Prince Albert Catholic School Division discussed meetings with local school boards and officials during their regular meeting on May 26. The division is planning a meeting with the Saskatchewan Rivers School Division for 2026. It also wants to advocate for the city/school board liaison committee to continue. On May 20, Prince Albert City Council passed a motion to place the Advisory Meeting committees on hold pending the approval of the city’s Strategic Plan.
Wildfires continue to increase as 26 communities, parks, and mines receive evacuation orders

5 days ago | paherald.sk.ca | Michael Oleksyn

SPSA Vice President of Operations Steve Roberts told reporters on Monday that the wildfire situation continues to get worse with more communities evacuating and fires growing in size. As of Monday afternoon there 16 active fires, five contained, six not contained, four are under ongoing assessment and one is under the protected values classification, with 219 reported since the start of the season, well above the five-year average of 131.
Fire situation worsens in Saskatchewan: SPSA

6 days ago | paherald.sk.ca | Michael Oleksyn

The wildfire situation in Saskatchewan has not improved according to the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA). During their daily update on Sunday Vice-President of Operations Steve Roberts stated that some fires have increased in size and evacuations are growing in the province.
“It’s going to be an all hands on deck situation” province updates on wildfire situation in Saskatchewan

1 week ago | paherald.sk.ca | Michael Oleksyn

Resources are stretching thin in Saskatchewan and all hands are on deck was the message on Saturday morning from Premier Scott Moe. Moe said that planning and discussions are under way as the number of people evacuated from northern communities due to wildfires in the north continues to grow. “It’s going to be an all hands on deck using every available resource that we have, whatever that might be at the community, provincial and federal level,” Moe said.
Matheson humbled to receive Catholic Education Service Award

1 week ago | thespec.com | Michael Oleksyn

Catholic Education Week is from May 25 to June 1 and the Prince Albert Catholic School Division board celebrated the occasion by announcing the 2024-2025 Catholic Education Service Award winners. Current substitute teacher Collette Matheson was among two honourees selected. She was present at the Catholic School Division board of education meeting on Monday to receive the award from Chair Suzanne Stubbs. Matheson began her teaching career in Saskatoon.
Catholic Division passes balanced budget after dipping into reserves

1 week ago | thespec.com | Michael Oleksyn

For the third straight year, the Prince Albert Catholic School Division passed a balanced budget by dipping into its reserves, but the board didn’t have to dip as deep compared to previous budgets. The board of education made the decision during their meeting on Monday evening after a presentation by Chief Financial Officer Greg McEwen. Director of education Lorel Trumier said they worked quickly after a delay in receiving provincial budget from the government.
Former MUCC student wins 2025 USask Indigenous Achievement Award

1 week ago | paherald.sk.ca | Michael Oleksyn

Amy Constant, a second year law student at the University of Saskatchewan (USASK) was awarded the 2025 USask Indigenous Achievement Award for leadership. Constant, a graduate of Melfort and Unit Comprehensive Collegiate (MUCC) and member of James Smith Cree Nation, received the award during Indigenous Achievement Week in March. Constant said it was an incredible honour to be recognized. “I don’t do things to be recognized or anything,” she said.