REGINA 鈥� The Saskatchewan government tabled its latest budget on Wednesday. Here are some of the highlights:
鈥� A deficit of $273 million, with total spending pegged at just over $20 billion.
鈥� An extra $1 billion for health, education and communities.
鈥� An $11.4-million operating increase for training seats in health jobs, including nursing.
鈥� About $235 million to redevelop Prince Albert Victoria Hospital and replace Weyburn General Hospital.
鈥� About $7 million to continue hiring for the Saskatchewan Marshals Service ahead of a targeted 2026 start date.
鈥� A $5.5-million deposit on four air tankers to replace its aging wildfire-fighting fleet.
鈥� Crown land grazing rates frozen at 2022 levels to assist producers dealing with consecutive years of drought.
鈥� Almost $80 million for water infrastructure, including money for the Lake Diefenbaker Irrigation project.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published March 20, 2024.
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