Saskatchewan election: Economy, crime, schools and health among top campaign promises [Video]

The Saskatchewan election campaign is underway, with voting day on Oct. 28. Here’s a look at key issues and party promises:

Economy

Scott Moe’s governing Saskatchewan Party has promised to grow the economy, jobs and the population. In its pre-election budget, Moe’s government projected a $354-million deficit but delivered no hikes to personal income taxes. It rejected pausing the gas tax, saying the cash is needed for road repairs.

Carla Beck, while leader of the Opposition NDP, promised no tax hikes. She says if her party wins the election, it would pause the gasoline tax for six months and scrap the six per cent provincial sales tax on children’s clothing and ready-to-eat grocery store items, like rotisserie chickens and granola bars. The party has ruled out a review of potash royalties.