Saskatchewan Showing Good Signs Of Economic Growth

03 Sep 2010

Saskatchewan is located in the prairie region of Canada, and is bordered by Alberta to the west and Manitoba to the east. Saskatchewan is Canada's "sunniest" province, averaging 2,000 to 2,500 hours of sunshine annually.

Statistics Canada released data that showed that Saskatchewan’s average weekly earnings for June 2010 increased by 4.6 per cent compared to last year and inflation increased by 0.3 per cent. Workers in Saskatchewan are in better position and have high spending power which indicates strong economy. Also, economic indicators show that Saskatchewan is in a strong position because both population and employment levels are at a record high. There are more than 6.900 jobs available in Saskatchewan. The average weekly earnings in Saskatchewan are $838.90, fourth highest in Canada.

Under the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nomination Program (SINP), the federal government just increased the number of Permanent Resident (Canadian Immigration) visas from 3700 to 4000 for issuance in 2010.  There are eight categories open under the SINP: Skilled Workers, Family Members, Health Professions, Entrepreneurs, Farm Owner/Operators, Students, Long Haul Truck Driver, and Hospitality Sector Pilot Project. Applicants need not meet the eligibility requirements of federal immigration classes to qualify for a Permanent Resident (Canadian Immigration) visa under the SINP

Saskatchewan could be considered Canada’s “rising new star” and is a good place in Canada to live and work because of the growth in key sectors of the economy.