The Gull Lake & District Christmas Hamper Committee is currently underway with its annual Fill the Cart campaign, inviting residents to contribute food and funds to support families and individuals in need this holiday season. 📦 How You Can Help Food Donations: Non‑perishable items can be dropped in collection boxes at AG Foods and Pioneer Co‑op in town. Cash Donations: Financial contributions allow the committee to provide gift certificates for turkeys/hams, groceries, and

It’s almost that time of year when our local businesses and organizations light up Christmas Cove at the Gull Lake Campground! Each December, the campground transforms into a festive showcase of lights and creativity, with displays that bring holiday cheer to residents and visitors alike. ✨ Community Spirit in Action The Gull Lake Kinettes have already set the tone: “First Christmas Cove up for the season! We challenge all businesses, committees, and groups in Gull Lake to ge

Here’s a summary of the major decisions and updates discussed during the October 22 Gull Lake Town Council meeting. Present : Mayor Nasser Zanidean; Councillors Karen Turton, Brandon Wessner, Steven Haithwaite, Terry Stevenson, Neal Boutin; Administrator Emella Waiser Absent : Councillor Tyson Migneault Meeting Overview Mayor Zanidean called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. A quorum was present. Staff & Committee Reports Water Plant : September 2025 report presented by D. Vo

The strength of community spirit showed immediately after the online auction opened. Just hours in, the Rinkfundraiser2025 auction for Dylan and Stacey McGregor’s medical journey had already raised $17,180 —nearly doubling its $10,000 goal before the first day was done. The Tompkins Skating Rink’s Facebook post on November 9 was the first call to action, inviting people to donate, bid, and support Dylan & Stacey. That early announcement gave neighbors time to prepare items,

Steam rises from chipped mugs as the usual crew gathers at Coffee Row. Outside, a November chill clings to the windows, but inside, the conversation crackles with warmth and energy. Chairs scrape against the worn floor as mugs are set down, and the hum of conversation builds. This week, the talk is thick with news: the latest Gull Lake 2035 column, curling rink repairs, and the Lyceum’s upcoming Grey Cup bash. Edna (dry wit, leaning back with a raised brow): “‘That’ll never w

Myth: “That will never work here.” The assumption is that when new ideas or opportunities arise, they simply won’t work here—especially businesses, because of our proximity to the city, or in other cases because the idea of change can be hard to accept. Reality: Proof in Our Own Backyard Gull Lake has lived both sides of this myth. • Campbell’s Accommodations When my wife and I converted long‑term rental units into short‑term accommodations, some said visitors would prefer