A review of the most-read news stories in Saskatchewan for 2025 reveals a year defined by major industrial projects, intense political discourse, and events that captured national attention. The stories, reported by journalists from the Regina Leader-Post and Saskatoon StarPhoenix, provide a compelling cross-section of the issues that resonated deeply with readers across the province and beyond.
Prairie Politics and a National Audience
The year's most-read story in Saskatchewan took many by surprise with its widespread appeal. It focused on the political relationship between Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith. The article, which drew readers from across the country and the political spectrum, highlighted Moe's description of Smith as "one of the strongest advocates we have in Canada right now." This story underscored the significant interest in inter-provincial alliances and prairie political dynamics.
Federal politics also commanded attention in April 2025, when Canadians headed to the polls. An interactive map graphically illustrated the electoral results within Saskatchewan. The outcome saw Mark Carney's Liberals form a minority government nationally, though the party secured just a single seat from Saskatchewan.
Industrial Might and Community Dreams
In a testament to the province's economic engine, the second most popular story offered an inside look at the monumental BHP Jansen potash mine. Business writer Rob O'Flanagan provided a fascinating tour of the facility, described as being "as big as a city." The story detailed its immense scale, complete with a basketball court and kitchen staff serving roughly 4,000 meals daily to workers. The project, highlighted in a December 3, 2025 tour by general manager Graham Reynolds, remains a cornerstone of Saskatchewan's resource sector.
On a smaller but no less ambitious scale, another highly read feature profiled the largest independent toy store in Saskatchewan, located in Maple Creek. The story followed Bob Siemens and his "harebrained scheme" to create something special within a historic 1912 building on the town's main street, defying expectations and building a community landmark.
Border Tensions and Provincial Discourse
The year also saw simmering border issues boil over into public events. In March 2025, the Buffalo Party held a "51st State Discussion Fundraiser" at the Regina German Club. The event, reflecting rising Canada-U.S. border tensions, attracted about 30 protesters throughout the day. Inside, attendees held a mock referendum, with 55 per cent voting in favour of the province joining the United States—a symbolic gesture that does not determine official party policy.
Together, these top stories paint a picture of a province navigating its economic future, its place within Confederation, and the unique entrepreneurial spirit of its people. From the depths of a potash mine to the floor of a bustling toy store, the narratives that captivated Saskatchewan in 2025 were as diverse as the landscape itself.
