Provincial Point of View
May 14, 2015
Keeping the Economy Strong

SPRING SITTING OF LEGISLATURE FOCUSED ON KEEPING THE ECONOMY STRONG

Premier Brad Wall today said Saskatchewan's diverse economy has proven to be very resilient despite a slowdown in the oil sector caused by falling crude oil prices.

"The spring sitting of the Legislature was all about keeping our economy strong and the new employment numbers released just last week show our economy remains strong," Wall said. "With 7,700 more people working in Saskatchewan and the lowest unemployment rate in Canada for the 19th straight month - these are sure signs of a strong and diverse economy."

Wall said the highlight of the spring sitting, which ends today, was the introduction of a balanced budget that controls spending and makes record investments in infrastructure, without raising any taxes. Click here to read how our government will stay focused on keeping Saskatchewan strong

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