Legislative Report
March 25, 2026

Protecting Saskatchewan means investing in our future, and that starts with supporting students, families and lifelong learning across our province. This year’s provincial budget continues to protect Saskatchewan’s future by making significant investments in education and advanced education, supporting young people as they continue their education and start their careers.

Our government is investing $3.6 billion in Prekindergarten to Grade 12 education, early learning, child care and libraries. This includes $2.5 billion in operating funding for Saskatchewan’s 27 school divisions, an increase of $62.2 million from last year. Over the past three years, school operating funding has increased by approximately 20 per cent.

These investments are focused on what matters most, which is to support our students in the classroom. This year, we are also adding 50 more Specialized Support Classrooms across the province. These classrooms provide targeted supports for students who need additional help, while also strengthening overall classroom learning environments.

Work also continues to strengthen early literacy, with $2 million invested to support young learners through updated curriculum, teacher development and provincial literacy screening. Investments like these in education, child care and libraries will secure a bright future for our children and families, ensuring we are giving Saskatchewan kids their best start.

At the same time, we are making important investments in school infrastructure. The budget includes $123.8 million for school capital projects, including new schools in growing communities and major renovations underway to existing facilities. This ensures students have safe, modern learning spaces designed to support success today and into the future.

We know that learning begins long before a child enters a classroom. That’s why our government is investing $425.5 million in early learning and child care, helping families access affordable, high-quality care. The budget also includes investments in programs like school food initiatives to enhance nutrition programs across school divisions, as well as continued support for provincial public library operating grants. These supports help students and families across Saskatchewan.

Beyond the K-12 system, our government is also making strong investments in post-secondary education to keep building on the opportunities we have here at home. The budget includes $847.1 million for post-secondary students and institutions, an increase of 7.5 per cent. This funding provides stability for institutions while ensuring students have access to the education and training needed for Saskatchewan’s strong and growing job market.

A new multi-year funding agreement will provide $250 million to Saskatchewan’s post-secondary institutions over the next four years, including a $33.6 million increase in 2026-27. Institutions will continue to see steady, predictable increases each year while tuition hikes will be capped at three per cent. This will keep education affordable and accessible for students across the province.

In addition, we are also expanding training opportunities, particularly in health care. To deliver on our government’s Patients First Health Care Plan, nearly 190 new training seats will be added this year, contributing to more than 1,000 new seats created since 2022. This includes new spaces for physicians, nurse practitioners and other in-demand health professions in Saskatchewan.

Affordability remains a priority. Our government is protecting student affordability through $119.3 million in supports, including the Student Aid Fund, which helps students access loans and grants to fund their education. Scholarships and bursaries also continue to be available, while the Graduate Retention Program continues to provide up to $24,000 in tax credits. This helps students starting careers in Saskatchewan stay, work, and build their future at home.

By investing in education today, we are protecting Saskatchewan for tomorrow. These investments reflect a clear priority: supporting students, strengthening our workforce and ensuring our province remains a great place to live, learn and build a future. To learn more about how we are protecting Saskatchewan’s future, visit www.saskatchewan.ca/budget.

Your Saskatchewan Party government will continue to listen and deliver real solutions for the people of Saskatchewan. If you have questions, concerns or thoughts you would like to share, they are always welcome. You can contact my constituency office using the contact information listed below.