The housing industry in Saskatoon is slower but remains steady, according to experts. Residential construction hasn’t tapered off in the Bridge City and across the province as people are looking to buy new homes creating demand for workers. “We may not be at peak efficiency,” said Saskatoon and Region Home Builders Association CEO Chris Guérette. “We may not be employing and building the same amount, but at the same time, people are still working and are supporting their families.” [ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ] She adds, as of today, the industry has roughly 26,000 workers in the province.