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The Homemakers Club & Hospital Aid: The Quiet Backbone of Hospital Care
Long before regional health budgets or modern fundraising campaigns, Gull Lake’s hospital depended on something far more local: the steady, practical work of the Homemakers Club and the Hospital Aid. These two groups operated side by side for years, each taking on the same mission in their own way — keeping the hospital supplied, equipped, and functioning through decades of change. A Community That Filled the Gaps When the 1930 hospital opened, it did so in the middle of the
May 302 min read


Classic Cars, a Cult‑Favourite Film, and a Theatre Fundraiser Coming to Gull Lake
A night of cars, cinema, and community is coming to Gull Lake as Dead Prairies Productions, the Rogue Cruisers Car Club, and the SWT Lyceum Theatre team up for a special event built around the 1983 horror classic Christine. Event Details — Saturday, June 13 Car Show: 4:00–6:00 p.m. BBQ: starts at 5:00 p.m. Doors Open: 6:00 p.m. Movie: 6:30 p.m. Admission: $7 Tickets: at the door or online at lyceumtheatre.ca Car Show & Community BBQ The evening begins with a free car show ope
May 282 min read


Fundraising Health Committee Forming for X‑Ray Upgrade
Local municipalities are taking the next step in the discussion around upgrading the X‑ray unit at the Gull Lake Health Centre. This announcement follows the April 21 community meeting, where residents heard an overview of the proposed shift from the current film‑based X‑ray system to a modern digital unit. As outlined in our April 28 post, digital imaging would mean faster results and clearer scans. It would also reduce the number of trips out of town for routine diagnostics
May 261 min read


1915: A Year of Quiet Change and Local Milestones
The year 1915 began without the need for a municipal election. R. Shingler continued as mayor, and the council consisted of D. Dewar, F.W. Busse, Gus Henderson, J.S. Tweed, A.H. Thomas, and E.G. Shilling. A Change in Law Enforcement At the first council meeting in January, James Baxter, who had served as town constable for several years, was relieved of his duties. Automobiles Begin to Influence Daily Life Automobile traffic was becoming a factor in town affairs. In March, Cl
May 232 min read


Council Reviews Waterplant Report and Approves Back Alley Gravel Work
April 22, 2026 Council Meeting Summary Council addressed operational updates, financial approvals, correspondence, and several spring‑season items at its April 22 meeting. Mayor Zanidean presided, with all councillors present except Coun. Haithwaite, who was excused under Resolution 26‑62. Coun. Wessner participated by phone. Water Plant Operator D. Vold attended early in the meeting to present the March 2026 Waterplant Operating Report, offering a brief operational update. A
May 222 min read


Care That Doesn’t Clock Out
The café door announced itself with a metallic bang, and Earl shuffled in like a man carrying forty years of memories in the small of his back. “Read that ambulance history Blake posted,” he said as he lowered himself into his chair. “My spine started hurting right where that old Dodge used to bounce.” Edna didn’t even look up. She just raised the sharp eyebrow—the one that could cut plywood. “That Dodge was held together by prayer and baling wire. And half the time the balin
May 212 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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