According to the latest quarterly population report from Statistics Canada, Saskatchewan's population has topped 1,246,000 for the first time.
Their report states that there were 1,246,691 people living in Saskatchewan as of October 1, 2024, with the province increasing by 6,826 people over the past quarter and 26,989 people over the past year.
That created a quarterly population increase of 0.55 per cent, which was the second highest among provinces and higher than the national average.
Premier Scott Moe voiced his contentment with the statistics, saying that a growing province is a sign of a strong economy that creates more jobs and provides the services people need.
"Our government is pleased with the province's continued growth thanks to our strong economy," Moe said. "We are committed to meeting the increased demand of a growing population. Over the next four years our government is making a number of ambitious commitments to educational spaces and health care for residents."
"Ensuring Saskatchewan people have timely access to the right care when they need it as well as creating the most supportive environment for every student in our province to achieve at their greatest potential will be a priority for our government."