Moe says he’s responsible for city losses ahead Saskatchewan Party convention vote

SASKATOON — Premier Scott Moe says he’s owning up for his Saskatchewan Party’s losses in the province’s two major cities during the last election.

Moe made the comments Saturday at the party’s convention, where he is facing a leadership vote.

“(The loss) was a step backwards for us and a step backwards for the Saskatchewan Party. For that, I take responsibility,” he told the crowd.

“I was the face of the campaign and we didn’t always get it right.”

Moe said he needs the support of his members so he can run again as the party leader in the next election.

“I will never, ever take that support for granted,” he said.

Last year’s election saw Moe’s government win a fifth-straight majority but lose significant ground in Saskatoon and Regina.

Moe said he offers a stable choice to voters who want the economy to grow, arguing the Opposition NDP is “lost and reckless.”

But the party needs to refocus and organize, he added.

He said potential candidates for the next election can start seeking their nominations early next year.

“This is not the time for any of us in this room or in this province to in any way become complacent,” Moe said. “We cannot afford to take anything for granted as we move forward.”

Party members have said they were disappointed in the results and have urged Moe to do better on addressing urban issues.

Members are also set to decide on a motion that would strip voting powers from permanent residents and youth, and instead allow only Canadian adult citizens to vote on party matters.

At the last convention in 2023, Moe received an approval rating of 97 per cent.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Nov. 8, 2025.

Jeremy Simes, The Canadian Press