Saskatchewan Premier Calls Federal Government One of the ‘Biggest Threats’ to Province in Throne Speech

Premier Scott Moe says his government would defend its autonomy and economy from federal overreach.

Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe speaks at a press conference in Regina on March 18, 2020. The Canadian Press/Michael Bell

Saskatchewan’s government called Ottawa one of the biggest threats to the provincial economy and said it intends to have the federal Clean Electricity Regulations reviewed by a newly created tribunal.

Premier Scott Moe made the announcement during the provincial Throne Speech on Oct. 25, saying his government would defend its autonomy and economy from federal overreach.