Saskatchewan government commits to STARS funding
The Government of Saskatchewan announced they will be committing to renew their 10-year agreement with Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service (STARS) beyond 2020 to provide helicopter air medical service in Saskatchewan.
The announcement of the 10-year renewal came Tuesday, along with funding one of three new H145 helicopters.
“We are pleased to announce our government’s renewed agreement with STARS,” rural and remote health minister Greg Ottenbreit said. “This agreement demonstrates our commitment to timely access to emergency medical services for the residents of Saskatchewan, particularly those in rural and remote areas. Thank you to STARS for their continued service to the people of Saskatchewan, and to Nutrien for their ongoing support.”
Nutrien announced its renewed support for STARS in Saskatchewan, committing funding toward the purchase of a new H145 helicopter. The first H145 will arrive in Saskatchewan in 2019, with the others being phased in under STARS’ renewal plan by 2023.