Monthly Communication Report

Organization:	Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities
Associated registration:	894034-16512-61
Communication date:	2025-10-22
Posted date:	2025-11-12

Designated Public Office Holders who participated in the communication:	Shawn Abel, Parliamentary Affairs Advisor Senate of Canada Paula Simons, Senator Senate of Canada
List of Details Subject matter Detail Agriculture, Immigration, Labour Ag Labour- Focus on timeliness and efficiency of immigration applications and reduce barriers so employers can access readily available employees. Federal government to constantly evaluate its processes and the requirements for newcomers to get proper permits to enter the Canadian workforce. Telecommunications Broadband - SARM's key focus is to assist with addressing long-standing issues affecting broadband connectivity; and, advise and direct actions leading to a shared strategy, investment, and vision. Agriculture, Economic Development, Energy, Infrastructure, International Trade, Mining, Natural Resources, Regional Development Critical Minerals - The importance to rural economic development, future energy needs, the economy and agricultural producers in Saskatchewan as well the importance to the Canadian economy and to global food security. Agriculture, Infrastructure Irrigation infrastructure for agriculture in Saskatchewan. Need a joint infrastructure agreement with Saskatchewan. Transportation Railway/supply chain concerns especially around being able to move the crop from harvest to ports. Declare railways as an essential service. Health, Taxation and Finance Rural Healthcare- funding for increase recruitment and retention of healthcare workers in remote rural areas of Saskatchewan. International Trade Trade and tariffs: With regards to the impact that tariffs are having on Saskatchewan agricultural producers and the importance of trade markets for the agriculture industry and rural Saskatchewan with emphasis on canola, wheat, durum, lentils, peas, beef and potash.
Responsible Officer who filed this communication report:	Laurel Feltin
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