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Gull Lake Invests in Long-Term Water System Improvements
The Town of Gull Lake is undertaking a major upgrade to its aging water infrastructure , with current efforts focused on replacing key valves throughout the system. These valves play a vital role in controlling water flow and isolating specific sections of the network, allowing for more efficient maintenance and minimizing service disruptions. This phase of work is part of a multi-year modernization plan that will span over a decade . Crews are installing new valves
Aug 19, 2025


Understanding Gull Lake’s Animal Control Bylaw: Tips for Pet Owners
Municipal bylaws can be lengthy and wordy, so here's a colorful, emoji-led reference to Gull Lake’s Animal Control Bylaw No. 2-92 that tells you exactly what to do (and why it matters), regulating everything from licensing and noise control to dealing with the most common community complaints: barking dogs 🐕🦺, dogs at large 🏃♂️, and cats invading yards 🏡. 🔖 Why Gull Lake’s Animal Control Bylaw Matters Pet owners are not always aware of all the rules in lengthy bylaws.
Aug 16, 2025


SGI Provincial Traffic Safety Fund Awards $40,000 to Gull Lake for New Kreative Kidz Sidewalk
The Town of Gull Lake has been awarded a $40,000 grant from SGI’s Provincial Traffic Safety Fund ( see all 62 awarded projects ) to build a new, wheelchair- and stroller-accessible sidewalk along the west side of Kreative Kidz daycare. Town Administrator Emella Waiser—who prepared and submitted the application on the town’s behalf—says it will shift drop-off and pickup away from the busier south entrance, creating a safer drop-off and pickup spot for children, parents, and
Jul 14, 2025


Strengthening Transparency: The Case for Online Council Agendas in Gull Lake
Introduction Effective local governance in Gull Lake relies on accountability and transparency —leading by example is essential for modern municipal governance. A Gull Lake Events online poll published on October 31, 2024 , asked: Poll Question: Would you like to see the Town of Gull Lake post council meeting agendas on their website? The results were overwhelmingly in favor— 95% voted "Yes," while 5% expressed indifference. Thirty-seven people participated. Although re
May 26, 2025


Key Decisions from Gull Lake Town Council: April 23 – Equipment Purchases, Tree Maintenance, and New Business Incentives
The Gull Lake Town Council convened for its regular meeting on April 23, 2025, in the Town Council Chambers at 2378 Proton Avenue. Mayor Nasser Zanidean presided over the meeting, with Councillors Tyson Migneault (joined at 7:12 p.m.), Karen Turton, Brandon Wessner, Steve Haithwaite, Terry Stevenson, Neal Boutin, and Administrator Dawnette Peterson confirming a quorum. Gull Lake Town Council Meeting Minutes and Financial Approvals The council approved the minutes from the Apr
May 16, 2025


Understanding the Gull Lake Code of Ethics Bylaw and the Role of the Provincial Ombudsman
Local government is meant to serve the community with fairness, openness, and respect. In Gull Lake, the Code of Ethics Bylaw establishes clear standards for our elected officials so that every decision is made with our community's best interests in mind. In this post, I will explain what this bylaw means for residents, outline the complaint process step by step, and clarify when and why you might need to contact the provincial ombudsman. What Is the Code of Ethics Bylaw? At
May 15, 2025
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🏆 February Showdown Verdict: Pig Spleen vs. Supercomputer
Running Score: Pig Spleen 2—Weather Supercomputer 1 A frost‑covered prairie under a restless sky. On one side, a digital thermometer climbing into record territory. On the other, a humble pig spleen sitting beside a parka and a raincoat—because this is Saskatchewan, and we prepare for everything. After a February that felt like three seasons in 28 days, it’s time to settle Round Two of our winter weather showdown. We saw record‑breaking warmth, a polar vortex, and wind gusts
5 days ago


How Two Hitchhikers and a Gull Lake Constable Averted Highway Tragedy
On a cool Friday evening in September 1968—a Friday the 13th, no less—a routine patrol on Highway 1 turned into one of the most dramatic moments in the history of the Gull Lake RCMP detachment. Two 18‑year‑olds from Waterloo, Ontario, Dennis Bonn and Brian McLennan, were hitchhiking west toward British Columbia. Near Whitewood, a new Mercury Cougar pulled over. The driver introduced himself only as “Knobby,” said he was heading for Calgary, and offered them a ride. He was fri
Mar 7


What Holds a Small Town Together Isn’t Viral Noise—It's Us
A viral video and a wave of outside commentary can travel far faster than the truth, and this week the Lyceum Theatre found itself at the centre of a story that doesn’t reflect who we are or how we treat one another. In that video, the theatre, its volunteers, and several local residents are spoken about in ways that are unfair, inaccurate, and unworthy of the place we call home. Gull Lake isn’t perfect—no community is—but we are not a town where people are reduced to insults
Mar 4
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Multiple DatesMaple Creek Spring Craft Sale & Trade Show5 days to the eventFri, Mar 20Royal Canadian Legion Branch 75

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