Saskatchewan
The province of Saskatchewan is a member of CSG’s Midwestern Legislative Conference. Our snapshot provides information on the provincial government of Saskatchewan and its legislature.
Ilene Grossman serves as CSG Midwest liaison for Saskatchewan. Please contact Ilene with any questions you have or research assistance you need.
Snapshot
Key Office
| Premier | Scott Moe |
| Deputy Premier | Gordon Wyant |
| Speaker | Randy Weekes |
| Minister of Justice/Attorney General | Gordon Wyant |
| Minister of Finance | Donna Harpauer |
Legislative Branch
| Seats | 61 |
| Saskatchewan Party | 48 |
| New Democrat Party | 13 |
| Eligible Elector Population | 8,780-13,636 |
| Length of term | Under the Canadian Constitution, the term of government is five years. In Saskatchewan, however, legislation has been enacted stating that unless called sooner, a general election must be held the first Monday of November in the fourth calendar year after the last general election. The executive — the Premier and the Cabinet — remains in place throughout the election period. Thus, while there is no elected Assembly during an election, there is a continuous government. |
Judicial Branch
| Highest Court | The Court of Appeal |
| Chief Justice | Robert G. Richards |
| Number of Justices | 7 |
| Method of Selection | Appointed by federal government |
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