Saskatchewan has been Canada’s central prairie province since 1905. Its unique name (originally used for a district of the Northwest Territories in 1882), comes from an English version of a Cree word, kisiskâciwanisîpiy which means “swiftly flowing river”.*

With no metropolitan centre, Saskatchewan’s capital, Regina (south) and Saskatoon (further north), are its largest cities. The city of Estevan in southeast Saskatchewan is Canada’s sunshine capital, averaging 2,540 sunshine-filled hours each year.

Saskatchewan produces over 54% of the wheat grown in Canada. It’s also home to Canada’s only training academy for the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) in Regina.

Saskatchewan is known for its wide-open prairies, vast forests, and abundance of lakes and parks. With a thriving economy built on agriculture, mining, and oil production, Saskatchewan offers excellent opportunities for skilled workers. The province also has a low population density, contributing to a calm, rural lifestyle that appeals to those who prefer a quieter setting.

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