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Saskatchewan Anti-Secession Bill Fails as Legislative Session Ends

Premier Scott Moe blocked the NDP's proposal to raise referendum petition thresholds, leaving current rules unchanged as separatist sentiment simmers.

Premier Scott Moe holds a news conference inside the Saskatchewan Legislative Building to give remarks before the end of session on Thursday, May 15, 2025 in Regina.
Saskatchewan NDP Leader Carla Beck.

Overview

  • The NDP's proposed Keep Saskatchewan in Canada Act, which sought to double the petition threshold for secession referendums from 15% to 30%, expired as the legislative session concluded.
  • Premier Scott Moe's Saskatchewan Party repeatedly prevented the bill from coming to a vote, stating that the current 15% threshold is already challenging for citizens to meet.
  • NDP Leader Carla Beck warned of rising separatist sentiment and criticized Moe for failing to address the issue directly, accusing him of appeasing separatist voices.
  • An online petition advocating for Saskatchewan to renegotiate terms with Ottawa or explore separation has gathered over 3,500 signatures, reflecting regional discontent.
  • Moe reiterated his opposition to Saskatchewan separating from Canada but emphasized the need for federal action on issues like tariffs, clean energy regulations, and economic development to ease provincial alienation.