The Saskatchewan Paradox: Broke, But Happy About It?

The latest Angus Reid data is in, and it turns out Saskatchewan is currently the Canadian capital of “Confused Optimism.” According to the report, 44% of us say we’re financially worse off than last year, a number that’s actually higher than the national average. Apparently, the “Saskatchewan Advantage” has been replaced by the “Saskatchewan Balancing Act” between grocery bills and housing costs.

But here’s the kicker: despite our shrinking bank accounts, we are still the most optimistic province in the country. Nearly half of us (45%) insist the province is on the “right track.”

It’s a classic local vibe: we’re collectively staring at an empty wallet, sighing at the $819 million provincial deficit, and yet somehow concluding, “Yeah, this seems fine.” We might not be able to afford a steak dinner, but at least we’re confident about the person holding the grill. Never change, Saskatchewan. Optimism is free, which is lucky, because that’s about all we have left.