Saskatchewan government to start work on $1.15B irrigation project

Premier Scott Moe recently announced the Government of Saskatchewan is moving forward with constructing the early works of the first 90,000 acres of the Lake Diefenbaker Irrigation Project. The total cost is estimated to be $1.15 billion.

REGINA — The Saskatchewan government says it’s set to begin work on a $1.15-billion project to expand irrigation. Premier Scott Moe announced the province is to start design work and consult with land users about the Lake Diefenbaker expansion project, with construction expected to start next year. The project would make more water available from … Continue reading Saskatchewan government to start work on $1.15B irrigation project