SASKATCHEWAN REPORTS STRONG JOB GROWTH WITH 16,500 NEW POSITIONS ADDED IN NOVEMBER

Saskatchewan Continues Its Strong Labour Market Momentum

Saskatchewan’s labour market demonstrated remarkable strength in November 2025, adding 16,500 new jobs compared to the previous year. With one of the lowest unemployment rates in Canada at 5.6%, the province continues to outperform the national average of 6.5%.

The latest Statistics Canada data highlights sustained growth across multiple sectors and reinforces Saskatchewan’s status as one of Canada’s most stable and resilient regional economies.

Key Labour Market Results for November 2025 in Saskatchewan

The province recorded:

• 16,500 new jobs year over year
— 14,900 full-time
— 1,600 part-time

• Unemployment rate: 5.6%, second lowest in Canada

• Record workforce participation across major metropolitan regions

Regional performance:

Regina

• Strong gains in healthcare, construction, and support services
• Employment rate up significantly compared to previous months

Saskatoon

• Notable increases in business services and agriculture
• Continued momentum driven by population growth and infrastructure expansion

Women’s employment increased by 4.0%, while men’s employment rose by 1.6% year-over-year.

Sectors Driving Saskatchewan’s Job Growth

The province continues to benefit from expansion in:

1. Healthcare and Social Assistance

One of the strongest-performing sectors, responding to demographic shifts and expanding service demands.

2. Building and Support Services

Driven by new construction projects and provincial infrastructure initiatives.

3. Agriculture

A cornerstone of Saskatchewan’s economy, showing renewed strength due to rising global demand.

These sectors align closely with provincial immigration strategies under the SINP, which prioritizes skilled workers in high-demand fields.

Why Saskatchewan Remains an Attractive Destination for Skilled Workers

Saskatchewan offers:

✔ Low unemployment
✔ High job creation
✔ Affordable cost of living
✔ Growing metropolitan regions
✔ Immigration pathways aligned with labour shortages

This sustained performance makes the province an increasingly popular choice for newcomers seeking economic stability and long-term settlement.

Saskatchewan Enters 2026 With Strong Economic Momentum

With 16,500 new jobs and strong sectoral growth, Saskatchewan is well-positioned for continued expansion in 2026. The province’s performance highlights its economic resilience and its critical need for skilled labour.

Global Opportunities can help evaluate your eligibility for Saskatchewan’s immigration pathways and prepare a competitive SINP application.