It’s been a long month of policy announcements, campaigning, new promises, and speculation leading up to today. Polls are set to close Monday evening, and the outcome will shape the next four years of Saskatchewan’s government.
Political analyst Ken Coates highlights why this election is different.
“This one is going to be closer. The NDP are speaking very confidently, as you’d expect, about their hopes to form the government,” Coates said.
Recent polling data suggests a tight race, with CTV News’ Insightrix poll showing the NDP leading in popular vote. Similar results have been reflected in Mainstreet and Liaison Strategies polls.
“Incoming governments have had it tough, and that’s likely why we’re facing a challenging election here in Saskatchewan,” Scott Moe said.
NDP leader Carla Beck, meanwhile, expressed cautious optimism.
“You learn as a politician not to stake everything on a poll, but it’s great to see momentum …