In 2025, SaskCulture conducted a Public Perception of Arts, Culture and Heritage in Saskatchewan survey with Insightrix. A total of 802 Saskatchewan residents were surveyed. Results show that almost all respondents, across age groups, believe arts, culture and heritage are important to them, while also identifying barriers that may limit participation in cultural activities. Public Perceptions of Arts, Culture and Heritage in Sask.
Overall Importance of Arts, Culture and Heritage
of residents say arts, culture and heritage are important to their personal well-being 75%
say they are very important 29%
say they are somewhat important 47%
say they are not at all important 4%
Participation Frequency by Age
Monthly+
Ocasionally
Rarely
Not at all
23%
19%
38%
19%
18-34
20%
35%
25%
20%
35-54
17%
35%
24%
24%
55+
Top Barriers to Participation
Barriers by Age Group
28%
18-34 35-54 55+ 32% 33% 21%
Lack of time
Lack of time
Lack of Interest / Options
26%
Lack of Interest / Options
27%
27%
25%
23%
Cost
Cost
25%
28%
19%
Distance / Rural Location
18%
Distance / Rural Location
14%
16%
22%
10%
Lack of Awareness
Lack of Awareness
18%
8%
6%
6%
Health / Mobility
Accessibility / Inclusion
5%
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