Despite Planned Parenthood Regina’s reopening, experts say women’s healthcare in Saskatchewan is moving backwards. Although the re-opening is a relief to many, local advocates argue the clinic should not have closed in the first place. Minorities in particular need spaces like Planned Parenthood, said Natasha […]
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Regina United Way’s Tampon Tuesday a success
Period poverty in Regina is an issue for menstruators, where period products aren’t free. This comes in direct comparison to Edmonton, who announced in April 2021 that they would be providing free products in public restrooms. But there’s still change happening in Regina. In March, […]
Pregnant NDP Candidate Young challenged incumbent in close race
Regina University candidate Aleana Young of the NDP looked to upset Sask Party incumbent Tina Beaudry-Mellor in a rematch of their 2016 Saskatchewan election showdown. Four hours after the polls closed Monday, Beaudry-Mellor held a narrow lead in the vote counts, but a winner had […]
Women’s Day brings varying viewpoints
The importance of continuing National Women’s Day, a tradition with international roots dating back to 1909, has drawn varying viewpoints. Kristina McInnis, an entrepreneur based in Portland, Ore., said it is important simply because she believes in equality. “For whatever reason (when) anyone says the […]