Saskatchewan’s population hits record high

By Kate Winquist

Saskatchewan’s population continues to rise, reaching a historic 1,266,959 on July 1, 2025, according to new estimates from Statistics Canada released today.

Over the past year, the province added 19,091 residents—a 1.5 per cent increase—ranking third highest in Canada and well above the national growth rate of 0.9 per cent. In the second quarter alone, Saskatchewan saw an increase of 2,422 people.

With the strongest economy in the country, the provincial government is focused on addressing both the opportunities and challenges that come with a growing population.