Megan Patterson MLA Moose Jaw Wakamow

Legislative Report
April 8, 2026

Protecting Saskatchewan means making sure families can get ahead, communities continue to grow, and people have access to the quality services they need and deserve. Our government continues to deliver on those priorities with real investments and initiatives across the province.

We know affordability continues to be top of mind for many families. That’s why we mark the second year of the government’s four-year commitment to reduce personal income taxes. The 2025-26 provincial budget again includes measures from The Saskatchewan Affordability Act that benefit every resident. These include increasing the Basic Personal Exemption, Spousal and Equivalent-to-Spouse, Dependent Child, and Seniors Supplementary Tax Credits by $500 each. It also increases the Saskatchewan Low-Income Tax Credit by five per cent, benefiting about 300,000 households through quarterly payments. These increases are in addition to indexation adjustments that offset inflation. By lowering the tax burden, we are helping residents keep more of what they earn and manage the rising cost of living.

At the same time, we are investing in education and opportunities for the next generation. Recently, we celebrated the grand opening of a new Francophone Kindergarten to Grade 6 school in Regina. The $26.9 million project will accommodate more students and includes a 51-space child care centre and shared community space. This reflects our government’s commitment to quality education and ensures students have a safe, welcoming place to learn and grow. Plans for additional Francophone schools in Saskatoon and Prince Albert are underway.

We are also helping students explore careers earlier, including in high-demand fields like health care. The launch of Health Careers 20L introduces a new high school course focused on health careers. It gives students exposure to the field and helps them make informed decisions about post-secondary education and career paths. The course will be available through Sask DLC to students in Grades 10 to 12 across the province starting in the 2026-27 school year. To learn more about this course, explore other courses through Sask DLC, or register, visit www.saskDLC.ca.

In addition, Saskatchewan school divisions will be able to provide lifesaving skills through a CPR education initiative in the 2026-27 school year. The Ministry of Education is partnering with the Heart & Stroke Foundation to introduce CardiacCrash in classrooms. This program will equip students with the knowledge and confidence to act when every second matters. Initiatives like Health Careers 20L and CardiacCrash create opportunities while addressing long-term needs in our province.

While we continue to invest in the next generation, our government is also making progress in health care. Our government is advancing major health infrastructure. Construction is underway on the Regina Specialized Long-Term Care (RSLTC) facility. It will include 240 specialized beds for seniors and residents with complex needs, including dementia and brain injuries. Our government remains committed and is pleased to see the continued progress on the RSLTC, which will serve Regina and area residents for years to come.

Work also continues to modernize care behind the scenes. We are investing up to $5 million through eHealth Saskatchewan to launch an integrated digital system for anesthesia and surgical care. This system will improve record-keeping, streamline workflows and enhance collaboration among care teams. It will create a more efficient, connected and patient-centred experience while improving patient safety. Our government is putting patients first by investing in technological advancements that improve access and outcomes for surgical patients across the province.

Taken together, these initiatives reflect your Saskatchewan Party government’s clear priorities. We are focused on keeping life more affordable, supporting the next generation and ensuring access to timely, quality care – all while building a bright future for Saskatchewan. If you have questions, concerns or ideas, you can contact my constituency office using the contact information listed below.

Constituency Map

The map of constituency.

MLA Office

106 Athabasca Street West
Moose Jaw, SK
S6H 2B7
Phone: 306-694-1001
Email: mjwakamowmla@outlook.com
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