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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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Council Adopts New Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw, Approves Pool Upgrades and Infrastructure Payment
Planning & Development The Gull Lake Town Council advanced several key planning and infrastructure decisions during its September 9 meeting, including the full adoption of the Town’s updated Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw. Council completed all readings of Bylaw No. 1‑2020 (Official Community Plan) and Bylaw No. 2‑2020 (Zoning Bylaw), formally adopting both documents. A public hearing was held earlier in the evening, with no submissions received and no attendees pre
1 day ago


Gull Lake Jerky Selected for International Space Station Mission
Image: Trails End Buffalo Stix (Facebook) Trails End Buffalo Stix is once again preparing for a journey far beyond southwestern Saskatchewan. Canadian astronaut Joshua Kutryk has selected the Gull Lake–made bison jerky as part of his personal food choices for the upcoming NASA–SpaceX mission to the International Space Station, scheduled to launch October 1. Co-owner Shianna Smart told Radio‑Canada that the news arrived in a way few small businesses ever experience—an unexpect
3 days ago


Main Street Revival Brings Culture Days & Final Market of the Season to Downtown Gull Lake
Community history, local culture, and family fun come together this afternoon as Gull Lake hosts its Main Street Revival event alongside the final market of the 2026 season. Running from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Main Street, the event is part of the nationwide Culture Days celebration and brings together heritage tours, local vendors, live music, and activities for all ages. Celebrating Local Culture Several historic downtown buildings—the Youngberg Block, the Wong Guy Shoe
Sep 23
Upcoming Events in Gull Lake and Area

Multiple DatesPumpkin Spice Handmade Market – Sip, Shop & Celebrate Fall1 day to the eventFri, Oct 02Stockade Building



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