News ReleaseGovernment of SaskatchewanNovember 12, 2026
Saskatchewan building permits rise 2.7% year over year
Residential permits grew faster than non-residential permits, pointing to increased planned construction activity across the province.
Summary
The value of building permits in Saskatchewan increased 2.7% year over year in September 2026, seasonally adjusted. The province ranked second nationally for year-over-year growth.
- Residential permits: up 3.5%
- Non-residential permits: up 1.8%
Building permit values are an indicator of construction activity and demand for materials and employment. The release also reports that Saskatchewan's 2025 GDP at basic prices grew 2.9%, while private capital investment rose 12% to $13.6 billion.
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Source: Government of Saskatchewan