Saskatchewan’s population surpasses 1.2 million

Saskatchewan posted its largest increase in population in 108 years last year.

According to figures released Wednesday by Statistics Canada, the province’s population grew by 29,307 people in 2022 — the largest single-year increase since 1914.

Statistics Canada estimates there were 1,214,618 people living in the province in 2022.

In a media release, Premier Scott Moe said the province’s growing economy, increased job opportunities and good quality of life all contributed to the increase.

“In 2022, Saskatchewan led the country in economic growth and created more than 20,000 new full-time jobs,” Moe said. “Our government is committed to seeing those opportunities and that growth continue.”

The province also has welcomed around 3,200 displaced Ukrainians since Russia invaded their home country. Next week, a fifth flight carrying another 230 Ukrainian citizens is slated to land in Saskatchewan.