Member Statement (24 March 2022)

From Hansard (24 March 2022)

 

Responses to Provincial Budget

Mr. McLeod: — Mr. Speaker, yesterday was budget day in Saskatchewan. It was a time to highlight that our economy is on track, our finances are on track, and investments in government services are on track. Now if you asked the member opposite about the budget, you’d think things were pretty bleak, Mr. Speaker. But things are going well here in Saskatchewan, and yesterday’s budget builds on that.

You don’t have to take my word for it. Let’s hear what a few others have to say about the budget. BMO [Bank of Montreal] describes this as “a solid budget.” Regina mayor Sandra Masters pointed to several highlights such as municipal investment, urgent care centres, and long-term care, as well as mental health and addictions spending. She added that the digital media grant increase will be fantastic for tourism and local businesses.

And here’s what the Greater Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce had to say, Mr. Speaker, and I quote:

We are on board with the province’s plan to tackle the deficit, reduce operational debt, and make strategic investments in key areas that promote job creation, improve our competitiveness, and expand the availability of skilled labour to grow our industries.

And those are just some of the positive things people are saying about this budget, Mr. Speaker. On this side of the House, we are positive this province’s best days are ahead of us, and this budget sets the stage for a bright future. Thank you.

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