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Council Meeting Highlights – December 10, 2025: Committee Appointments, Winterfest, and Regional Partnerships
Council’s final regular meeting of 2025 focused on annual committee appointments, year‑end financial approvals, and preparations for Winterfest 2026. Attendance All members of Council attended the meeting, ensuring full participation. Present: Mayor Nasser Zanidean; Councillors Tyson Migneault, Karen Turton, Brandon Wessner, Steven Haithwaite, Terry Stevenson, Neal Boutin; Administrator Emella Waiser Reports Economic Development (Delegation – L. Alliban) Plain‑language: The
Dec 30, 20253 min read


Embracing Optimism: A Tone-Setter for 2026
As the year draws to a close, we’re gearing up to welcome 2026. There’s a familiar mix of hope and hesitation in the air. We all feel it—the tension between what we want to believe and what reality sometimes brings. But if living in a small town has taught me anything, it’s this: optimism isn’t naïve. It’s intentional. It’s a discipline that lifts communities up and helps create forward motion. The Power of Collective Optimism In 2026, that choice matters more than ever. Duri
Dec 27, 20252 min read


Prairie Green Cannabis Opens Its Doors in Gull Lake
After nearly a year of planning, paperwork, and navigating provincial regulations, Gull Lake is welcoming a new addition to Main Street. Prairie Green Cannabis officially opens TODAY at 2454 Main St ., becoming the community’s first and only locally owned cannabis retailer. The owners say their goal is simple: to offer a safe, friendly, small‑town shopping experience with a wide selection of THC and CBD products “for every vibe.” The shop will be open daily from 10 AM to 7 P
Dec 20, 20251 min read


Coffee Row Chronicles: Christmas Generosity Meets Christmas Glow
The Gull Lake Diner was dressed for the season—garlands strung along the counter, red bows on the booths, and a small tree twinkling in the corner. The jukebox hummed carols under the chatter, and the smell of coffee mingled with pine and sugar cookies. Snow clung to boots by the door, and every time it opened, a gust of cold air reminded folks why they gathered here. Christmas in Gull Lake wasn’t just about lights and laughter—it was about generosity, dignity, and shared joy
Dec 19, 20254 min read


Obituary: Larry Sutton — Gull Lake, Saskatchewan
May 3, 1945 – December 14, 2025 (age 80) Opening Line We share the passing of Walter Larry Sutton, who passed away on December 14, 2025, in Gull Lake, Saskatchewan. Service Details Graveside Service: Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. Location: Gull Lake Cemetery Celebration of Life: Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Location: Elks Hall, Gull Lake Officiant: Pastor Tyler Moll A time of fellowship will follow at the Elks Hall. Family Survived by: Wife: Lorraine Su
Dec 17, 20251 min read


Highlights from November 26 Council Meeting: Highway 4 Overpass, Hampers, Insurance, and More
Highway improvements, Christmas hampers, and insurance topped the agenda at Council’s November 26 meeting. Attendance All but one Councillor attended the meeting, ensuring a quorum and full discussion. Present: Mayor Nasser Zanidean; Councillors Karen Turton, Brandon Wessner, Steven Haithwaite, Terry Stevenson, Neal Boutin; Administrator Emella Waiser Absent: Councillor Tyson Migneault Reports Water Plant (October 2025 report, D. Vold) : Plain‑language: Tracks Gull Lake’s wat
Dec 17, 20253 min read
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People Who Built Gull Lake: Joe Ohlheiser
Ohlheiser's Meat Market -1910. L-R - RoseOhlheiser, Joe Ohlheiser, Philip Zettel, unknown When people think about the builders of early Gull Lake, they often picture merchants, farmers, and town founders. But some community builders wore several hats. One was Joe Ohlheiser, an early businessman, musician and settler whose contributions extended far beyond his butcher shop. Early Business Roots Joe Ohlheiser was among Gull Lake's earliest business owners. By 1907 he owned a me
Nov 7


Gull Lake Teams Advance as Volleyball Playoffs Begin
Volleyball playoff season is here, and Gull Lake will be represented at both the junior and senior levels as teams compete for district and provincial opportunities. Junior Girls Advance to District Championship The Gull Lake junior girls volleyball team has earned a spot in the SWAC Junior Girls District Championship after advancing through sectional playoffs. The team will compete in Hazlet on November 7 alongside Centennial, Frontier, Leader, and the host team. Gull Lake w
Nov 3


People Who Built Gull Lake: William Green
Homesteaders travelling south from Gull Lake in the early settlement era. The arrival of new settlers helped shape the community William Green worked to develop in the early 1900s. Every town has people whose names quietly shaped its future. In Gull Lake's early years, few played a more important role in that process than William Green. An American from Fort Benton, Montana, Green served as the land agent for Conrad and Price, the men who purchased the former "76" Ranch holdi
Nov 1
Upcoming Events in Gull Lake and Area

SWT Lyceum Theatre to Host Grey Cup Party in Gull LakeSun, Nov 15SWT Lyceum Theatre
Multiple DatesShaunavon's Christmas Craft & Trade Show12 days to the eventFri, Nov 27The Shaunavon Elks Hall

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