Province touts manufacturing sales growth in May

The latest economic report from Statistics Canada is showing almost 10 per cent growth in Saskatchewan’s manufacturing sales from April to May this year.

Manufacturing sales increased by 9.6 per cent in May 2026 over April 2026, while wholesale trade grew by 17.3 per cent in May 2026 compared to May 2025.

Trade and Export Development Minister, Warren Kaeding, said the results demonstrate the confidence that businesses have in Saskatchewan and advantages of being in the province.

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“Growth in manufacturing and wholesale trade reflects the province’s ability to compete in markets around the world,” Kaeding said in a release from the province. “Our government’s efforts to support investment and expand trade are helping companies reach new markets at home and abroad.”

In May this year, manufacturing sales value was more than $2 billion. Wholesale trade value totaled $4 billion, the province said in its release.

Manufacturing sales, which includes shipments, inventories and orders, are representative of the dollar value of goods sold by manufacturers. Wholesale trade, however, measures the value of goods that are purchased in large quantities with the intent of resale to other sellers, but not to the final consumer.

The province said the numbers do not include petroleum, petroleum products and other hydrocarbons, as well as oilseed and grain.

Statistics Canada shared its latest GDP numbers, showing Saskatchewan’s 2025 real GDP reached “an all-time high” of $85.4 billion, showcasing a 2.2 per cent increase. The national average increase was 1.7 per cent.

The province also noted that private capital investment in Saskatchewan increased by 12 per cent in 2025 to $13.6 billion, “ranking first among provinces.”