What was announced
On October 22, 2026, Saskatchewan announced a revised CWD testing approach: designated mandatory requirements remain, alongside eligible voluntary submissions elsewhere. The current detailed submission page confirms reinstatement of the program. This item summarises that dated announcement, not a live receiving-site status.
Who should check it
Big-game hunters should match the actual species, WMZ and licence category with the official requirements. A rule for one combination does not automatically apply to another. Keep those three details together when contacting the ministry or preparing the submission.
What to do before travelling
Use Getting Your Animal Tested for current registration, preparation and receiving-location instructions. Confirm hours and capacity before carrying a sample to a site. If another page or an old downloaded document gives conflicting information, ask the ministry to confirm the current arrangement.
Original sources
- Government of Saskatchewan · CWD testing update, October 22, 2026
- Government of Saskatchewan · Getting your animal tested for CWD
Use this as a planning guide. Check current official requirements and site conditions before travelling.
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