Government of Saskatchewan Celebrates Construction Week and Sector Growth
What happened
The Government of Saskatchewan proclaimed September 21 to September 25 as Construction Week in the province. This week was dedicated to recognizing the organizations and skilled workforce that contribute to the economy while building vital infrastructure in Saskatchewan. The sector contributed $6.9 billion to the province's real Gross Domestic Product in 2025, representing 8.1 per cent of Saskatchewan's total real GDP of $85.4 billion. The government noted that employment in the construction industry was 47,700 people in 2025, having increased by 12 per cent to 55,900 people by August 2026.
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Why it matters
The celebration highlights the construction sector's role in supporting economic development and attracting investment through infrastructure projects. The government stated that continued investment in construction is necessary to maintain the infrastructure needed to support the province's growth and protect communities.
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Who's involved
- Government of SaskatchewanProclaimed Construction Week and cited the sector's economic contributions.
- SaskatchewanThe province where the construction sector operates and contributes to the GDP.
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The entities involved
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Saskatchewan
province of Canada
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Government of Saskatchewan
provincial government headquartered in Regina, Canada
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