REGINA — The Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM) has concluded its 2025 June division meetings, travelling approximately 2,200 kilometres throughout the province from June 16 to 19.
SARM leadership and staff visited all six divisions, meeting with rural municipal leaders to discuss key issues impacting Saskatchewan’s rural communities.
The meetings were held in North Battleford, Langham, Moose Jaw, Swift Current, Kipling and Kelvington, providing a valuable forum for open dialogue and collaboration. Each session featured presentations and discussions on crucial topics, including:
- SARM Advocacy Update: Highlighting ongoing efforts to represent rural interests at the provincial and federal levels.
- SEEDS Training Program Overview: Outlining opportunities for skills development and council training in rural areas.
- Rural Health Care: Addressing the unique challenges and solutions for delivering health care in rural Saskatchewan.
- Road Maintenance Agreements: Discussing best practices for maintaining vital rural infrastructure.
- Subdivision Regulations and RM Responsibilities: Providing clarity on municipal roles in land use and development.
“SARM is committed to being present and accessible to our members,” said Bill Huber, SARM president. “Travelling across the province and meeting face-to-face with rural leaders is essential to understanding the issues they face and ensuring their voices are heard. These division meetings are a cornerstone of our advocacy and engagement.”
In a press release SARM says, the 2025 June division meetings enabled the gathering of direct feedback from rural municipalities, strengthened relationships and shared updates on programs and initiatives that support rural Saskatchewan.
