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John Cairns

John Cairns

John Cairns, who originally hails from Saskatoon, is SASKTODAY.ca's reporter out of Regina, covering the Legislature and politics and other provincial issues. Prior to moving to Regina, he has been based in the Battlefords since 2008, reporting for the Battlefords Regional News-Optimist.
He is experienced in covering local, provincial and federal politics and elections, business and education. He has also covered major trials, including the Curt Dagenais trial in 2009 and the Gerald Stanley trial in 2018. Beyond hard news, he is just as comfortable interviewing big-name country music artists and sports figures, and covering hot dog eating contests. He has a keen interest in the entertainment industry and writes a regular column on movies called Cairns on Cinema.

Recent Work by John

Review coming for tire recycling procurement

Review coming for tire recycling procurement

Premier Scott Moe announces Cam Swan will review procurement practices and assess future needs of tire recycling and processing
You can soon drink alcohol in municipal outdoor parks — maybe

You can soon drink alcohol in municipal outdoor parks — maybe

Legislature passes new regulations to make it legal for alcohol in municipal parks, but it will need to be approved in your local municipalities to take effect.
Ceremonies in Regina for the Coronation of King Charles III

Ceremonies in Regina for the Coronation of King Charles III

Pomp and pageantry at the Legislature on Friday on the weekend of the coronation of King Charles III
Health record in your hand? There's an app for that

Health record in your hand? There's an app for that

A new mobile app based on the MySaskHealthRecord website is now available to Saskatchewan residents to access health records
Saskatchewan Veterans Service Club Support Program now open

Saskatchewan Veterans Service Club Support Program now open

Program supporting veterans and communities taking grant applications until May 15
Sask. Firearms Act passes on final day before Easter break

Sask. Firearms Act passes on final day before Easter break

Leg passes act which they say will enhance safety and also protect the rights of lawful firearm owners
Budget fails to meet the moment, says NDP Opposition

Budget fails to meet the moment, says NDP Opposition

Opposition Leader Carla Beck, Finance Critic Trent Wotherspoon slam 2023-24 budget for not addressing affordability, health care, social concerns.
Saskatchewan posts $1 billion surplus budget

Saskatchewan posts $1 billion surplus budget

No new taxes, spending on health care and capital projects highlights of 2022-23 budget delivered Wednesday by Finance Minister Donna Harpauer.
Throne speech includes Sask. First Act, law enforcement measures

Throne speech includes Sask. First Act, law enforcement measures

Provincial measures to defend Saskatchewan’s economy and some additional law enforcement measures highlight the Speech from the Throne
NDP contenders Beck, Harvey debate in Moose Jaw

NDP contenders Beck, Harvey debate in Moose Jaw

Two candidates avoid mudslinging as they offered competing visions for the NDP party leadership.
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