Saskatchewan's Retail Trade Ranks First in The Country

Saskatchewan topped Canada in retail trade growth for May, with seasonally adjusted sales reaching $2.3 billion and a 2.9% month-over-month increase. Trade and Export Development Minister Warren Kaeding said the growth would create jobs and attract investment, reflecting broader provincial momentum including record real GDP in 2025 and strong capital…

Saskatchewan’s retail trade rose 2.9% month-over-month from April to May 2026, reaching $2.3 billion in May 2026, ranking first in the country for growth. The article quotes Trade and Export Development Minister Warren Kaeding stating the gain will create jobs, spur investment in communities, and strengthen the province’s economy and services.

The article reports that a landmark alcohol agreement signed in Charlottetown is easing regulations for Saskatchewan’s booze industry. It describes the deal as a first step toward tearing down internal trade barriers within Canada.

Saskatchewan’s retail trade rose 2.9% from April to May 2026, reaching $2.3 billion, marking the first-placed month-over-month growth among provinces. The government highlights this as creating more jobs and opportunities, supported by strong GDP growth in 2025 and a 12% increase in private capital investment to $13.6 billion, framed as momentum from…

Saskatchewan’s manufacturing and wholesale trade sectors posted the strongest growth in Canada in May 2026, with manufacturing sales up 9.6% month-over-month to over $2 billion and wholesale trade rising 17.3% year-over-year to $4 billion. The government credits these gains to business confidence and the province’s investment strategies and notes prior…

The article reports that Saskatchewan hosted its first global agricultural commodity showcase to connect provincial producers with international buyers, organized by the Saskatchewan Trade and Export Partnership (STEP). It notes officials, including STEP’s Chris Lane and Saskatchewan’s trade minister Warren Kaeding, highlighting efforts to diversify…

The article reports that Saskatchewan hosted its first global agricultural commodity showcase to connect local producers with international buyers, organized by STEP to expand export opportunities. It notes officials from 14 countries attended, and the event aims to build long-term business relationships and showcase Saskatchewan’s commodities and…