Some photo highlights from April 2025 in Saskatoon

April saw some picture-worthy moments around Saskatoon and Regina, from the federal election campaigns and a Regina model railroad festival to the arrival of spring weather around the city and at the forestry farm.

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Here’s a look at some memorable moments captured by Saskatoon StarPhoenix photographer Michelle Berg and Regina Leader-Post photographer Kayle Neis, noting the date of the print editions in which they ran, along with a few supplied photos.

April 1: Showing real Saskatchewan power

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children at the Legislature in Regina

Schoolchildren proudly waved Saskatchewan flags before having their portrait taken during a recent tour of the Saskatchewan Legislative Building in Regina. (Kayle Neis, Regina Leader-Post)

April 2: Fascinating snapshots of knowledge in action

The 2025 U of S Images of Research photo and imaging competition celebrates the beauty and artistry in the work of University of Saskatchewan researchers. The Research In Action winner was The Invisible Bond: Research and Empathy, by Angie Magana, PhD student, Department of Veterinary Pathology, Western College of Veterinary Medicine. — The 2025 U of S Images of Research photo and imaging competition celebrates the artistry in the work of the university’s researchers. The Research In Action winner was The Invisible Bond: Research and Empathy, by Angie Magana, a PhD student in the veterinary pathology department at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine. Photo by Erin Matthews

The 2025 U of S Images of Research photo and imaging competition celebrates the beauty and artistry in the work of University of Saskatchewan researchers. These images are some of the winners of the 11th annual competition, which featured submissions from research students, staff and alumni. (University of Saskatchewan submitted photos)

April 4: Playoffs approaching at men’s worlds

world men's curling championship in Moose Jaw

Canada skip Brad Jacobs watched his stone as Norway’s Martin Sesaker looked on at the world men’s curling championship in Moose Jaw. (Chris Young, The Canadian Press)

April 11: River running free

South Saskatchewan River in Saskatoon

Ice on the South Saskatchewan River was rapidly disappearing as temperatures hit double digits in Saskatoon in the second week of April. (Michelle Berg, Saskatoon StarPhoenix)

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April 12: Sask. in the spotlight

NDP leader Jagmeet Singh and Prime Minister Mark Carney

NDP leader Jagmeet Singh, left, and Liberal leader Mark Carney each made stops in Saskatoon on April 9, as the federal election campaign reached the midway point. At this point, national polls continued to show the Liberals were on track to form government for a fourth straight term. (Michelle Berg, Saskatoon StarPhoenix)

April 15: Bring on the pylons

Construction season has started in Saskatoon

Construction season ramped up across the city as the warmer weather returned. Heavy machinery and detour signs will be common sights as crews begin working on road improvements, several major water main projects and the Broadway Bridge rehab. (Michelle Berg, Saskatoon StarPhoenix)

April 23: Planting on horizon

Spring farming in Saskatchewan

A farmer was hard at work spraying his field in the Rosthern area. Residents in the province will start to see farming activity ramp up in the coming weeks as winter retreats and warmer weather moves in. (Michelle Berg, Saskatoon StarPhoenix)

April 24: Zoo springs back to life after a long, cold winter

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Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park and Zoo dingo — A curious dingo sniffed the hand of a young visitor at the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park and Zoo. The exchange offered a close-up moment between species — safely separated by a pane of glass. Photo by Michelle Berg /Saskatoon StarPhoenix

A grizzly bear enjoyed a snack while lounging on his back after emerging from hibernation at the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park and Zoo on April 22. Warmer weather has brought the animals back outdoors, and visitors are flocking to the zoo to see them at the most lively they’ve been in months. The Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park and Zoo is a national historic site. Photo by Michelle Berg /Saskatoon StarPhoenix

Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park and Zoo bald eagle — With sharp eyes and a steady gaze, a bald eagle kept watch from its perch at the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park and Zoo on April 22. Photo by Michelle Berg /Saskatoon StarPhoenix

Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park and Zoo handler naked mole rat — A staff member changed the bedding in the naked mole rat enclosure at the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park and Zoo on April 22. Spring cleaning was underway as the zoo prepared for a busy season. Photo by Michelle Berg /Saskatoon StarPhoenix

Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park and Zoo bobcat — A bobcat leapt into a tree at the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park and Zoo on April 22. With warmer weather settling in, the zoo’s wildlife are becoming more active, delighting spring visitors. Photo by Michelle Berg /Saskatoon StarPhoenix

Spring has arrived at the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park and Zoo, bringing a new wave of activity as animals emerge from winter dormancy. Grizzly bears Mistaya and Koda are waking up with a carefully managed diet to regain strength, while the zoo sees increased activity from bobcats, bald eagles, dingoes and other animals as the warmer weather sets in. (Michelle Berg, Saskatoon StarPhoenix)

April 26: Marshals sworn in

Swearing-in ceremony for new Saskatchewan Marshals Service

Noah Greene, middle, applauded Hilary Hood, right, after she officially joined the Saskatchewan Marshals Service at a swearing-in ceremony in Prince Albert. The new police service is expected to have boots on the ground by June. (Michelle Berg, Saskatoon StarPhoenix)

April 30: Regina Railfest reaches a new level

Regina Railfest 2025 was the largest show ever — The model train show took place April 26 and 27 and featured layouts from Saskatchewan, Alberta and Manitoba, including several that have never been seen in Regina before. Photo by KAYLE NEIS /Regina Leader-Post

More than 25,000 square feet of model railroads, as well as displays, exhibits and vendors, filled the Caledonian Curling Club over the April 26-27 weekend in what Regina Railfest organizers called their largest show ever. For those who missed out on the 2025 event, Regina Leader-Post photojournalist Kayle Neis captured a few fun moments during a special media sneak peek before the event. (Kayle Neis, Regina Leader-Post)

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