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Our Competitive Edge   Largest potash producer in the world, accounting for approximately one-third of total production in 2017 and hosting almost half of the globe’s potash reserves  Saskatchewan is home to the world’s largest uranium mine and largest high-grade uranium deposits; it is the world’s second-largest primary uranium producer, accounting for 100% of Canada’s […]

Saskatchewan ranks first in Canada and third in the world for mining investment attractiveness, according to the Fraser Institute’ s Annual Survey of Mining Companies: 2018, which evaluated 83 jurisdictions. Saskatchewan’s rich mineral resources, ewicient regulatory environment, and strong investment opportunities have attracted most of the global major mining companies to Saskatchewan. In 2017, the […]

Our Competitive Edge  Saskatchewan companies design and produce world class advanced manufacturing solutions   Exports account for the majority of electronic product sales   The sector is a key employer of graduates from our universities and technical schools  Provides high-tech equipment to boost productivity in our traditional economic sectors as well as leading-edge technology for […]

Advantages of Investing and Doing Business in Saskatchewan Saskatchewan is committed to creating and nurturing an economic environment that allows businesses of all sizes to grow and prosper. The Government of Saskatchewan is committed to maintaining stable and competitive royalty rates on natural resources developed in partnership with industry. Government has also introduced several initiatives […]

Forestry Development Over half of Saskatchewan is forested, representing 34 million hectares. The Commercial Forest Zone makes up 11.7 million hectares, of which 5.3 million hectares are classified as productive forest land available for commercial timber harvesting. Saskatchewan has a well-established and competitive forest industry, with leading-edge technology. There are eight large forest products manufacturing […]

Saskatchewan has a strong life sciences and research cluster , including national and international players with global reputations. In Canada’s heartland, it’s not surprising to find a tradition of innovation in agriculture and new ways of thinking about bio-resources. Life Sciences Saskatchewan is recognized as a world leader in biotechnology and life sciences, with some […]

Manufacturing plays a key role in Saskatchewan, making up 7% of the provincial GDP . In 2017, manufacturing shipments totalled $16 billion. Saskatchewan manufacturers have achieved many world firsts – in everything from satellite communications technology and dryland farming equipment to in-road scales for the trucking industry. Key manufacturing clusters include: Machinery, transportation and industrial […]

    Manufacturing and Processing Tax Credits If you are a manufacturing and processing corporation with business in Saskatchewan, you may qualify for a manufacturing and processing tax credit. Saskatchewan Manufacturing and Processing Profits Tax Reduction The Manufacturing and Processing (M&P) Profits Tax Reduction applies to firms in the manufacturing and processing industry. Eligible corporations […]

Manufacturing and Processing Tax Credit’s If you are a manufacturing and processing corporation with business in Saskatchewan, you may qualify for a manufacturing and processing tax credit. Saskatchewan Manufacturing and Processing Profits Tax Reduction The Manufacturing and Processing (M&P) Profits Tax Reduction applies to firms in the manufacturing and processing industry. Eligible corporations can reduce […]

Our Competitive Edge   Approximately 28,000 employees and $16 billion in manufacturing shipments in 2017  The Saskatchewan Manufacturing Centre of Excellence helps Saskatchewan manufacturers increase their productivity and innovation plus further develop a skilled labour force   Early adopters of state-of-the-art manufacturing technologies and equipment  Recognized as worldwide leaders in precision dryland farming technology Canadian […]