For 10 years, the Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service has fought for the lives of critically ill and injured patients across Saskatchewan. 

Today, five Crown corporations have announced funding to help ensure the non-profit air ambulance continues its service for decades to come.  

Through the renewed funding agreements with the five Crown corporations, STARS will receive $2 million per Crown, over the next five years, for a total of $10 million. Because of this, cumulative giving from the province’s Crown corporations will eventually reach a total of $30 million for STARS in Saskatchewan. 

Hon. Don Morgan, Minister of Crown Investments Corporation and Minister Responsible for all Major Crown Corporations joined STARS staff, patients and representatives from the Crowns to announce the renewal of funding from SaskPower, SGI, SaskTel, SaskEnergy and CIC. 

“Saskatchewan’s Crowns have recognized the value of STARS since its inception in Saskatchewan and have supported this essential air ambulance service for 10 years,” said Don Morgan. “Today, SaskTel, SaskPower, SaskEnergy, SGI and CIC are proud to continue this support for another five years.” 

For more information visit the STARS website here.