Parties & Leaders
Get the inside scoop on the political parties and the people who would run Saskatchewan, as we bring you profiles of the major party leaders, as well as in-depth looks at the parties themselves, their policies, and their chances this election. 
The New Democratic PartyLorne CalvertLorne Calvert is running on a record that includes job growth and surging provincial revenues. 
Saskatchewan PartyParty Leader: Brad WallBrad Wall says after 16 years, the NDP government is tired and old and doesn't deserve another chance. 
Liberal Party of SaskatchewanParty Leader: David KarwackiAfter being shut out of the 2003 election, David Karwacki is trying to win some Liberal seats. 
Green Party of SaskatchewanParty Leader: Sandra FinleyLooking for a breakthrough in 2007, the Green Party of Saskatchewan is running candidates in 48 constituencies. 
Saskatchewan Marijuana PartyParty Leader: Nathan HolowatySaskatoon resident Nathan Holowaty says he would like to live in a world where people aren't afraid to smoke pot. 
Progressive Conservative Party of SaskatchewanParty Leader: Rick SwensonAfter being on virtual life-support in the last provincial election, the Progressive Conservatives hope to do better in 2007. 
Western Independence Party of SaskatchewanParty Leader: John NesdolyNesdoly, 33, is the leader of the WIP of Saskatchewan, which is running candidates in eight constituencies.
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- Saskatchewan Party wins majority government
- Only 10 years into its existence as a political force, the Saskatchewan Party will form a majority government and its leader Brad Wall will be the new premier.
- NDP had a 'good run in government'
- A desire for change pushed the NDP out of 16 years of rule in Saskatchewan, but leader Lorne Calvert said the party has no regrets.
- Liberals fail again to elect single MLA
- The third time was not a charm for Liberal Leader David Karwacki, as voters in Saskatoon Meewasin rebuffed his efforts for elected office.
- Shift in urban vote handed seats to Sask. Party
- The seeds of victory were sown in Regina and Saskatoon, where the Saskatchewan Party picked up five seats — but there were gains in other urban areas, too, that helped seal the election win.
- NDP holds on in Regina, but loses 3 seats
- Fortress Regina continued to stand for the NDP when the dust of Wednesday's election had settled, though its foundation was shaken by a trio of Saskatchewan Party wins.
