Saskatchewan charities hope the holidays help bring in much-needed donations [Video]

It is known as the season of giving. But has Saskatchewan lost its kind spirit?

Well according to one new study, Saskatchewan is facing a generosity crisis as less than 20 per cent of people donate over the course of a year.

In a study by the Fraser Institute, the number of Canadians donating to charity is at its lowest point in 20 years.

In Saskatchewan, donations dropped 30.9 per cent from 2012 to 2022.

“Maybe people’s after-tax income is maybe not as high as it once was or that people’s pocketbooks are ultimately being squeezed in so many different directions,” Jake Fuss, the Fraser Institute Fiscal Studies director said.

It’s causing major stress for local charities as they look to provide support.

“We’re going to see an increase in families that are receiving assistance this Christmas,” Capt. Derek Kerr, a Salvation Army officer said. “We’re probably seeing an increase …