(980 CJME file photo) The Saskatchewan government will spend its way out of the pandemic on big items like highways and construction. That creates jobs and will lead to economic recovery, according to the Saskatchewan Heavy Construction Association. “In a time when our provincial economy is sluggish, our industry is thankful for the provincial government’s continuation of spending in our sector,” association president Shantel Lipp said in a release. “We believe our industry is one that will lead us to economic stability and future growth.” This is the third year of the Saskatchewan government’s five-year, $100-million commitment to enhancing highway safety across the province. This construction season will see $22 million dedicated to increased safety at five major intersections in southern and central Saskatchewan.