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PREMIER LEADS DELEGATION OF SASKATCHEWAN INDUSTRY LEADERS TO WASHINGTON
Premier Scott Moe, "This week I have returned to Washington with Saskatchewan Industry leaders to continue our efforts in de-escalating the threat of potential tariffs from our largest trading partner, the United States.
We will continue to highlight the mutual benefits that our countries have when working together.
This advocacy is crucial to strengthening key relationships and emphasizing how highly integrated both economies are."
Premier Scott Moe is leading a mission to Washington, D.C. alongside several Saskatchewan businesses and organizations. The delegation will meet with U.S. decision makers and business leaders to underscore the importance of a strong integrated economy.
"Saskatchewan companies play a critical role in North American food and energy security," Moe said. "I am returning to Washington to continue our efforts in de-escalating the threat of potential tariffs from, our largest trading partner, the U.S. The relationship between our jurisdictions has mutual benefit, and we are working with key stakeholders, industry leaders and government representatives on both sides of the border to build and protect our economies."
Saskatchewan's delegation includes representatives from Cameco, Evraz, Arizona Lithium, Cenovus, Whitecap Resources, Enbridge, North American Helium and the Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce.
Minister of Agriculture Daryl Harrison is also traveling to Washington to attend the 2025 Winter Policy Conference of the National Association of State Department of Agriculture (NASDA) this week. The conference offers a unique opportunity to meet with state secretaries, commissioners and directors of agriculture, industry leaders and federal representatives to talk pressing agriculture and food policy issues.
"The future of Saskatchewan's agricultural sector is built on strong international relationships and our trade mission to the U.S. reinforces our commitment to open markets and collaboration," Harrison said. "Attending NASDA's Winter Policy Conference allows us to showcase Saskatchewan's world-class agri-food products and the contribution we make to North American competitiveness and food security, and to strengthen partnerships and advocate for policies that benefit our producers."
This advocacy is crucial to strengthening key relationships and emphasizing how highly integrated both economies are.
“Canada and the United States have a long-standing, positive commercial relationship in the civilian nuclear sector that has spurred economic growth and increased both energy and national security,” Cameco CEO Tim Gitzel said. “The Trump Administration’s pursuit of energy dominance and its support for domestic nuclear power will require Saskatchewan uranium - and Cameco's expertise and capacity across the nuclear fuel cycle.”
The U.S. is Saskatchewan's largest and most important trading partner. About $40 billion worth of imports and exports cross the border every year. Canada and U.S. are much stronger when operating in a tariff-free environment.
"Our Chamber colleagues in the United States share our commitment to open and mutually beneficial trade relationships, and today, we reaffirm that shared priority," Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce CEO Prabha Ramaswamy said. "Through this mission, we aim to shape perspectives and inform decision-making by highlighting the economic consequences of tariffs on both of our economies."
In 2024, Saskatchewan's top exports to the U.S. were crude oil ($12.5 billion), potash ($4.2 billion), and canola oil ($2.9 billion). Agri-food products represented 21.9 per cent of total exports.
Saskatchewan exports lower the cost of living for millions of Americans and result in thousands of jobs on both sides of the border.
This mission runs from February 24 to 27, 2025.
SASKATCHEWAN MINING ASSOCIATION BANQUET
I was privileged to extend greetings on behalf of Premier Scott Moe and the Government of Saskatchewan at the Saskatchewan Mining Association's 59th Annual General Meeting in Saskatoon February 26. It was a pleasure to underscore the province's long and successful mining history.
The Saskatchewan Mining Association is such an important industry partner. They play a crucial role in representing the interests of the mining sector not only here in Saskatchewan, but across the country. For decades, Saskatchewan has been a world global leader in producing and exporting potash and uranium around the world.
"As the Minister of Advanced Education, I recognize that students are this provinces future – future trade workers, future mining energy and manufacturing workers, future natural resource and environment workers, future transporters and so many more."
The mining industry in Saskatchewan is expected to need more than 15,000 workers in the next decade. This is due to the industry’s growth plans and aging workforce.
The world is keenly interested in what Saskatchewan has to offer, and they are watching carefully during these exciting, yet challenging times for the mining industry as one of our largest and most important trading partners is threatening to stifle our economic growth.
The mining sector provides hundreds of millions of dollars to Saskatchewan’s revenue annually. These revenues support Saskatchewan’s prosperous way of life, providing the funding needed for highways, schools and government services, which helps attracting people and investment to our great province.
I sincerely thank the Saskatchewan Mining Association for everything that you do for our province. Creating a brighter future for our students and for this place we call home.
TELEMIRACLE WEEK RECOGNIZED AHEAD OF ANNUAL TELETHON THIS WEEKEND!
RING THOSE PHONES!
Soon the familiar sounds of phones ringing and people shouting "higher" will be heard from Saskatoon's Prairieland Park as TeleMiracle Week begins Sunday, February 23. The week culminates Saturday, March 1 when the 49th edition of the telethon gets underway.
"TeleMiracle is a testament to the Saskatchewan spirit," Minister Responsible for the Provincial Capital Commission Eric Schmalz said. "The people of this province continue to show up for one another year after year by making contributions to this cause."
The countdown show, leading up to the telethon, will start at 6:15 p.m. on Saturday, March 1. The telethon will start at 9 p.m. that night, and wrap up at 5 p.m. on Sunday, March 2. The telethon can be watched on both CTV Saskatchewan channels and online at www.telemiracle.com.
- TeleMiracle 49 – Celebrating Saskatchewan Talent!
- 80 phenomenal performers from across Saskatchewan will take the stage for TeleMiracle 49!
- March 1 & 2, 2025
- Get ready for a weekend filled with music, magic, and miracles as we showcase the incredible talent of our province and come together to make a difference.
- TeleMiracle is a testament to Saskatchewan's spirit. Over the last 48 years, the Saskatchewan based telethon has raised over $165 million with all proceeds staying in the province to help residents. Learn more at telemiracle.com
