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Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe says deficit budget aims to protect public services
The Saskatchewan government plans an $819 million deficit to boost health care, education, social services, and policing while avoiding tax increases or program cuts, officials said.
- On March 18, 2026, Saskatchewan's government is tabling a deficit budget at the Legislature that Premier Scott Moe said protects public services.
- Because market volatility has shrunk revenues, including from China's previous tariffs on Canadian canola, the Opposition NDP says special warrants pushed this year's deficit above $1 billion.
- The spending plan directs nearly an extra $1.2 billion toward health care measures, education, social services and policing, including hiring nurse practitioners and expanding virtual appointments.
- The government insists it will not raise taxes or cut services, but Moe has not disclosed how large the deficit will be, despite confirming a shortfall in the budget.
- The Saskatchewan Party government's spending plan projects a $819 million deficit for 2026-27 and predicts future deficits.
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