This quarterly economic forecast for the province of Saskatchewan examines the economic outlook for the province, including gross domestic product (GDP), output by industry and labour market conditions.
Document Highlights
A ramping up of oil and potash production will boost real GDP growth to 2.2 per cent this year, up from 1.8 per cent in 2018.
Exports will be the main driver of the Saskatchewan economy throughout the forecast.
Lower private and public investment will limit economic growth over the medium term.
Ottawa’s carbon pricing will take effect this year unless the Saskatchewan government comes up with an alternative system for the province that meets federal standards.
