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Saskatchewan's Westside Irrigation Rehabilitation Project is expected to enhance the province's GDP by $12.9 billion and create 80,000 jobs, with an estimated rehabilitation cost of $1 billion for 100,000 acres. Major construction is slated to begin in spring 2026, and a planning study around Lake Diefenbaker aims to identify areas for further irrigation expansion. KPMG's analysis indicates that 40% of the economic benefits will extend beyond the immediate project area, driving growth in food manufacturing and agricultural operations.