January’s merchandise exports reached a new high for the province, while posting an increase of 14.1 per cent year-over-year, ranking fourth among the provinces for growth.
Figures released this morning by Statistics Canada indicate the value of Saskatchewan’s merchandise exports increased from approximately $2.5 billion in January 2014 (seasonally unadjusted) to more than $2.8 billion in January 2015, the highest value ever for January in the province.
“Saskatchewan’s continued growth is enabled by our diversified economy and driven by the competitiveness and innovation of our people,” Minister responsible for Trade Jeremy Harrison said.
“Our government has helped sustain this growth and activity by working to create the best business environment possible and then letting our talented and dedicated entrepreneurs lead the way.”
Major increases for Saskatchewan in January were in the categories of metal and non-metallic mineral products (up 741.9 per cent), basic and industrial chemical, plastic and rubber products (up 75.6 per cent), and metal ores and non-metallic minerals (up 49.9 per cent).
