23 March 2020 Saskatchewan government announces new funding and support measures The Saskatchewan government announced new funding and supportive measures on March 20, to reduce costs for businesses and individuals, providing support to self-employed individuals not covered by new federal support measures, and established a Business Response Team designated to support Saskatchewan businesses during this time of uncertainty. The premier stated that: "During this time of great uncertainty, it is of the utmost importance that Saskatchewan people know their government is here to provide support. This plan supports businesses and employees. Most importantly, it supports the opportunity to come back to work." These measures are also in addition to those announced in the federal government's March 18 Economic Response Plan. Document ID: 2020-0650 |
