SIX-MONTH ANNIVERSARY FOR SASKPARTY GOVERNMENT

New government does in six months what the NDP could not do in 16 years

May 20, 2008

Six months ago, our new government was sworn in. In the Throne Speech last December, we charted a new direction that reflects Saskatchewan values: growth and opportunity, security and compassion, and keeping our word. We have delivered this new direction to the people of Saskatchewan.

Our government is not only keeping its promises, we are committed to sustaining the economic momentum and ensuring all people share in the prosperity.  More young people will be starting their careers AND their families in Saskatchewan. 

• We made an unprecedented $1 billion investment in infrastructure in our "Ready for Growth" budget.
• We committed to keeping royalty rates unchanged, prompting record-breaking activity in oil rights land sales.
• $16.3 million for the revitalization of St. Mary?s Community School in Saskatoon?s Pleasant Hill neighborhood.
• $500,000 for school lunch and anti-hunger programs in community schools

We kept more than 60 campaign promises, including:

• $4 million for the Cancer Agency to pay for Avastin, and an extra 10.7 million for cancer care.
• The most aggressive youth retention plan in Canada ? our tuition rebate program.
• Signed an agreement with nurses on recruitment and retention issues.
• Increased the education property tax rebate for homeowners and farmers.
• $5 million for community-based organizations such as food banks for employment and life-skills training.

For a complete list of the promises kept, click here.

While we have made a good start, there is still much to be done.  Let's leave a legacy for our children and grandchildren.