Wilson, an Independent MLA who resigned from the Sask. Party caucus for misrepresenting her vaccination status, raised concerns on Thursday about a rural constituent facing a $10,000 energy bill.We deliver the local news you need in these turbulent times on weekdays at 3 p.m.By clicking on the sign up button you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. You may unsubscribe any time by clicking on the unsubscribe link at the bottom of our emails. Postmedia Network Inc.
“The seniors who are freezing do not care about your politics. The seniors are struggling with their bills this winter,” Wilson told the assembly after Morgan asked provincial New Democrats to talk to federal NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh about the federal carbon tax. Wilson’s remarks come as people across Saskatchewan and the country continue to grapple with high costs because of inflationary pressures.Article content
During question period, NDP energy critic Aleana Young asked the province to stop collecting gas taxes so people could see some relief at the pump. She has also asked the governmentYoung later told reporters she believes the government is putting “their own party over the people they serve.” “It’s remarkable right now, and I am going to say this into the microphone: Ms. Wilson was right,” Young said. “There is not a single person in the province, from Saskatchewan Rivers to Regina University, who will tell you that they are doing better now than they were a year ago.”Photo by KAYLE NEIS