SASKATCHEWAN AVERAGE EARNINGS RANK SECOND IN CANADA

According to today's report from Statistics Canada, Saskatchewan's average weekly earnings were $904.42, the second highest in Canada behind Alberta ($1,052.53). This is the second highest average weekly earnings for Saskatchewan on record. The national average was $883.96.

In November 2011, Saskatchewan's average weekly earnings increased by 5.1 per cent, compared to a year ago. This increase was the second highest among the provinces behind Newfoundland and Labrador (5.7 per cent) and above the national average of 2.2 per cent.

"Saskatchewan workers continue to benefit from our economy with competitive wages and a multitude of job opportunities," Advanced Education, Employment and Immigration Minister Rob Norris said. "Our average weekly earnings are second highest in the country and have exceeded the national average since August 2011 which speaks to why this is a great time to be working in Saskatchewan."

Norris also noted that Saskatchewan's real wage rate (adjusted for inflation) increased by 2.2 per cent. This was the highest real wage increase among provinces.

"With more than 9,600 jobs listed today on www.saskjobs.ca, opportunities are available in every corner of the province."

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For more information, contact:

Marieka Andrew
Advanced Education, Employment and Immigration
Regina
Phone: 306-798-3170