Category: Saskatchewan

What Happened In The Saskatchewan Doctors Strike?

The Saskatchewan doctors’ strike was a 23-day labour action exercised by medical doctors in 1962 in the Canadian province of Saskatchewan in an attempt to force the Co-operative Commonwealth Federation government of Saskatchewan to drop its program of universal medical insurance. What was the outcome of the Saskatchewan doctors strike? The doctors returned to work […]

What Foods Are Taxed In Saskatchewan?

Basic groceries, including meats, fish, cereals, dairy products, eggs, vegetables, coffee, tea. Some foods including snack foods, liquor, and carbonated beverages are charged HST. Prescription drugs, but not any drugs available over-the-counter (OTC). What groceries are taxed in Canada? Examples of taxable foods and beverages are: all dispensed beverages. beer, wine and alcoholic beverages. candies […]

Is There Gst On Gas In Saskatchewan?

Other energy sources include ethanol, biodiesel, propane, compressed natural gas (CNG), electric batteries charged from an external source, and hydrogen. Gasoline. Government Saskatchewan Fed Carbon tax (CAD¢/L) 11.05 Total Pre-Sales tax (CAD¢/L) 36.05 HST, GST, or GST + PST/QST (%) 5% Is there tax on gas in Saskatchewan? Licensed importers, primarily the integrated oil companies, […]

Is There Carbon Tax In Saskatchewan?

All industrial carbon taxes will now stay in Saskatchewan, saving Saskatchewan industry (and the jobs and families these industries support) an estimated $3.7 billion in federal carbon taxes between now and 2030 compared to federal carbon pricing. Does everyone get the carbon tax rebate in Saskatchewan? How do I get the CAIP? If you’re a […]

What Foods Is Saskatchewan Famous For?

But Saskatchewan food is more than just crops: Saskatchewan is home to the second largest beef herd in Canada. See the rest of the series! Saskatoon Berry Pie. Shishliki. Spudnuts. Perogies, Borscht and Cabbage Rolls. Deer Sausage. Bannock. Regina-style Pizza. Chokecherries. What is the most common food in Saskatchewan? Wheat and pasta is big business […]

Are There Oil Wells In Saskatchewan?

The province has estimated oil reserves of almost 1.2 billion barrels, refining and upgrading capacity, and an extensive network of pipelines. Saskatchewan is home to a significant portion of the Bakken Formation, one of the largest conventional oil plays in North America. How many oil wells are in Saskatchewan? 30,000 activeThere are approximately 30,000 active […]