Saskatchewan Party co-founder Krawetz dead at 75
Ken Krawetz, one of the founding members of the Saskatchewan Party and a staunch advocate of the Ukrainian community, has died.
Ken Krawetz, one of the founding members of the Saskatchewan Party, has passed away at the age of 75, according to Premier Scott Moe. The Premier confirmed the news via social media, adding that flags at the legislature will be flown at half-mast in Krawetz's memory. Moe reminisced about Krawetz's love for family, community, and even the Toronto Maple Leafs.
Elected to the legislature in 1995, Krawetz co-founded the Saskatchewan Party and held key cabinet positions, including deputy premier, minister of education, and minister of finance. He is most remembered for his advocacy work on behalf of Saskatchewan's Ukrainian community, which included securing the passage of the Holodomor Memorial Day Act. The report written by The Canadian Press was initially released on October 1, 2026.
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