Business confidence in Saskatoon remains high according to the 2024 Saskatoon Business Barometer, the Saskatoon Chamber’s annual survey of business professionals and owners as they head into a new year. Nearly 80% of respondents feel optimistic about Saskatoon’s economy heading into 2025 with enough economic opportunities for their businesses to succeed.

We’ve heard from many businesses in Saskatoon about the confusion surrounding the GST Holiday, and there is considerable confusion about whether applying the GST exemption is mandatory. The policy was introduced with limited clarity, leaving many businesses uncertain about their obligations.

Last week, the Government of Saskatchewan introduced a series of amendments to the Act that business owners and leaders should know about. Some of these are “housekeeping” changes to clarify aspects of the legislation.

It’s that time of year again—the Saskatoon Business Barometer is back! Each year, the Saskatoon Chamber conducts this vital survey to capture the confidence levels of businesses in Saskatoon and the surrounding region.

The Saskatchewan Throne Speech, delivered today at the opening of the fall legislative session, focused on affordability and critical investments in education and healthcare. While these priorities took center stage, the speech also delivered on key supports for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

It’s that time of year again—the Saskatoon Business Barometer is back! Each year, the Saskatoon Chamber launches this comprehensive survey to capture and benchmark the confidence levels of businesses in Saskatoon and the surrounding region.