Saskatchewan recorded the lowest unemployment rate in Canada for November, at 5.6%, significantly below the national average of 6.8%. Statistics Canada also reported that the province added 8,400 jobs year-over-year, reflecting continued economic growth."Saskatchewan's economy remains strong, with 8,400 jobs added and the lowest unemployment rate in Canada," Deputy Premier and Immigration and Career Training Minister Jim Reiter said. "Opportunities provided by our growing economy and measures passed to ensure that the province remains the most affordable place to live, work and raise a family in Canada.".‘Music for Palestine’ fundraiser supporting Hamas-linked charities.Full-time employment increased by 5,900 jobs (1.2%), with both male and female employment seeing gains. Saskatoon experienced a notable 5.2% employment boost, adding 10,500 jobs and ranking sixth among Canadian metropolitan areas for growth.Several sectors led the charge, including health care and social assistance (up 13.5%), accommodation and food services (up 13.6%), and resource industries like mining and oil (up 14.1%).Economic indicators further underscore the province's momentum. October 2024 saw a 21.7% surge in international merchandise exports, the highest among provinces, and urban housing starts increased by 25.4%. Saskatchewan’s 2023 real GDP reached $77.9 billion, a 2.3% year-over-year rise.
