Randy Goulden, Executive Director with Tourism Yorkton said the sector will be important in any economic recovery. “The tourism industry is poised to play a critical role in the economic recovery across the country,” she told Yorkton This Week. “After the shutdowns, people are ready to experience our tourism products and begin to visit the food/beverage, attractions and other sectors. We are hearing that spending, supporting and experiencing local businesses are a priority as we build marketing plans.” According to the provincial release, pre-pandemic, tourism spending in Saskatchewan reached $2.17 billion in 2019. There were 11.82 million visits made to and within the province that year. Tourism-related employment hit 71,100, making up 12 per cent of Saskatchewan s total labour force.
The Government of Saskatchewan has proclaimed May 23-29 as Saskatchewan Tourism Week. The week, which coincides with the national celebration of Tourism Week in Canada, will be a time to inspire . . .