Welcome to Saskatoon

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Welcome to Saskatoon


Saskatoon is no longer a sleepy prairie town. If it ever was.

With a booming economy and a desirable quality of living, the city is proving that it is the place to be.

A GROWING METROPOLIS

Saskatoon is Saskatchewan’s largest city,

and was recently chosen as one of the 10

best midsized Canadian cities in which to

live, not only for its escalating economic

strength but for its quality of life. Photo: Tourism Saskatoon


Saskatoon’s population is approximately 254,000 (June 2014), a number which continues to

grow. The city is also home to a young population, with an average age of 35 years.

According to the

Conference Board of

Canada, Saskatoon will

have the fastest economic

growth rate in the country

through 2017. This

prediction is the result of

the city’s stable economy

and thriving job market.

The Canadian Federation

of Independent Business

recognizes Saskatoon as

the most business-friendly

city in Canada.

Saskatoon boasts the lowest unemployment rate in Canada.


Saskatoon is situated on

the banks of the South

Saskatchewan River, with

several bridges linking east

to west. The city has nearly

200 parks and hundreds of

acres of green space. A

sprawling trail system

follows the riverbank and

hums with activity

throughout the year. It’s no

wonder why the city was

rated number one in

Canada for air and water

quality by Chatelaine

magazine.

Saskatoon is one of the sunniest cities in Canada, receiving an

average of 2,381 hours annually.


--Housing costs are low in

Saskatchewan compared to other

Canadian regions. Owning a home is

affordable and achievable for most

people.

--There are no personal premiums or

personal charges for basic and

needed health services in

Saskatchewan. The Saskatoon

Health Region operates three

hospitals within city limits.

--It costs less to get to and from work

because the average commute time

is approximately 20 minutes.

Saskatchewan's quality of life is high, while the cost of living is low. That makes the

province a great place to live and raise a family, and a great place to locate or invest in a

business.

Photo: Tourism Saskatoon


Saskatoon is home to

excellent educational

institutions including both

public and Catholic school

divisions, a world-class

university, and several

post-secondary technical

colleges.

The University of

Saskatchewan, located just

across the river from

downtown Saskatoon, is

the only university in

Canada to house all five

health science colleges

and a major teaching

hospital on the same

campus.


Residents of Saskatoon have

ample opportunity for fun and

recreation. From annual festivals

and events to live theatre and

sports games, there is rarely a

dull moment in Saskatoon.

Photos: Tourism Saskatoon


Saskatoon has a menu to serve any

appetite. With more independent

restaurants per capita than any other

city in Canada, residents and visitors

can take their pick of major chains,

locally-inspired dining, ethnic cuisine,

or grab-and-go establishments.

During the warmer months, find a food

truck. Serving everything from hot dogs

and burgers to smoothies and perogies. Photo: Tourism Saskatoon


Photo: Bruce Guenter

With one of the most diverse economies in

Canada, Saskatoon’s growth in a number of

sectors has been consistent with high levels of

employment in industries including agriculture,

mining, biotechnology and construction.

Agriculture has historically played a key role in

Saskatchewan’s economy. The province

produces half of Canada’s major export crops

and crop receipts have reached a record high

of over $30 billion.

Saskatchewan’s mining industry has kept the

provincial economy strong. The province is Canada’s

only producer of uranium and the world’s largest

exporter of uranium. One third of the world’s potash

is produced and exported by Canada, with most

production coming from Saskatchewan. Other

mining operations include – but are not limited

to – diamonds, gold, platinum, and zinc.

Other sectors that have experienced significant

growth in Saskatchewan include biotechnology, oil

and gas, and retail.


Strong growth in housing starts and home

ownership are indicators of a healthy growing

economy, and Saskatoon has invested heavily in

the municipal housing market.

Incentives such as Saskatoon’s Housing

Business Plan incorporate measures directed

toward housing options in variety and

availability, with particular focus on affordable

housing.

Other programs include Habitat for Humanity’s

Equity Building Program and the Affordable New

Home Development Foundation.


According to the Canadian Federation of

Independent Business, Saskatoon merits

being known as the Entrepreneurial Capital

of Canada.

Both small and large companies are

viewing Saskatoon as the place to do

business. With a median age of 35,

young entrepreneurs are attracted by

the city’s great resources for business

start up.

Small business in Saskatchewan

represents over 90 percent of non-

agricultural private firms, employing

more than a third of the province’s

labour force and creating the majority of

new jobs in recent years.



Saskatoon’s robust

planning for the

challenge of growth

requires forward-

thinking, ingenuity, and

innovation. Saskatoon is

prepared. The city is

busy with the

construction and

restoration of bridges,

major roads and

highways.



“Saskatchewan has a combination of employment, educational and lifestyle opportunities

that is unique and unrivalled in Canada. There is little wonder people from across Canada

and around the world are flocking to all of our cities.”

--Rob Norris, Saskatchewan’s Minister for Advanced Education, Employment and Immigration



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