Category: Saskatchewan

Salt from Saskatchewan can be processed to use as table salt, water softener or as road de-icer. Where does the salt come from in Saskatchewan? Our sodium sulphate plant is located on Chaplin Lake, Canada’s second-largest inland saline water body. As well as being a unique source of high-quality sodium sulphate, countless migratory shorebird species […]

White-Tailed Deer The deer, commonly called the whitetail, is recognizable by the characteristic white underside to its tail. The white-tailed deer first appeared in Saskatchewan emblems as an element of the armorial bearings proclaimed in 1986. It was adopted as the official animal emblem in 2001. What is the symbol for Saskatchewan? Adopted as the […]

Saskatchewan receives more hours of sunshine than any other Canadian province. The province lies far from any significant body of water. Does Saskatchewan have lots of water? Saskatchewan is fortunate to have an abundance of natural resources, including water. However, the availability and quality of water is not uniform across the province. Is there ocean […]

Energy. Saskatchewan is an energy giant, with the most diverse primary energy resource base in Canada. What does Saskatchewan produce the most? The province is the world’s largest exporter of peas, lentils, durum wheat, mustard seed, canola, flaxseed and oats. Saskatchewan is recognized worldwide for the quality of its crops, and the province is also […]

Canola is the leading crop Operation type Number of operations (thousands) Oilseed and grain 21,505 Beef 7,167 Other crop 3,428 Other animal 1,642 What is the major crop in Saskatchewan? The province is the world’s largest exporter of peas, lentils, durum wheat, mustard seed, canola, flaxseed and oats. Saskatchewan is recognized worldwide for the quality […]

List of mines in Saskatchewan Mine Major commodities Owner Rabbit Lake Uranium Cameco Rocanville Potash Salt Nutrien Seabee Gold Operation Precious Metals SSR Mining Sifto Salt Sifto Canada/Compass Minerals What are the top 3 minerals mined in Saskatchewan? Saskatchewan has two of the most desirable minerals in the world – potash and uranium. The province […]

Average Annual Humidity at Canadian Cities City Morning Afternoon Regina, Saskatchewan 82 58 Saguenay, Quebec 83 63 Saskatoon, Saskatchewan 82 58 Sherbrooke, Quebec 83 60 Is Saskatchewan humid or dry? Saskatchewan has a relatively dry climate with a strong seasonal character. As with most mid-continental locations in mid latitudes, the majority of the precipitation is […]

In addition to being a world leader in agriculture, Saskatchewan is the fifth-largest oil producer in North America. Saskatchewan manufacturers are producing a wide range of goods that are exported to markets across Canada and around the world. What is Saskatchewan’s main contribution to Canada’s economy? Saskatchewan is one of the world’s largest producers and […]

Key Issues Energy Efficiency & Low Carbon Economy. Business Competitiveness & Innovation. Environment & Water. COVID-19. Pharmacare. Taxation & Government. Indigenous Engagement. Human Resources & Labour Market. What are the environmental issues in Saskatchewan? Climate Change. Energy Solutions. Fossil Fuels. Uranium & Nuclear. Biodiversity. Water. Reduction of Toxics. Environmental Law & Regulation. How is living […]

18.1¢/kWh. This is down from $0.182 per kWh, or $182 per month in 2020. There are three major utility companies that serve electricity in Saskatchewan: Saskpower, Saskatoon Light and Power, and Swift Current Light and Power. Alberta 16.6¢/kWh Saskatchewan 18.1¢/kWh Yukon Territory 18.7¢/kWh Canada Average 17.9¢/kWh How much is an average energy bill in Saskatchewan? […]