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LeFaive’s Chef’s Table Catering Launches With a Valentine’s Supper at the Hitching Post
Gull Lake’s tradition of great food and hospitality is getting a welcome boost this month as Ryan LeFaive returns to the local culinary scene, officially ending what he calls his “cooking retirement.” Many in the community remember Ryan as the former owner of Lily’s Kitchen & Bar —now the Last Chance Bar and Grill—a cozy spot known for its welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff, and inviting menu. Now, Ryan is set to launch a new venture: LeFaive’s Chef’s Table Catering. Built
10 hours ago


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, 2025


Gull Lake Council Meeting – October 8, 2025: Sidewalk Upgrades and Nearly $10K in Grants
The Gull Lake Town Council met for its regular session on October 8 in Council Chambers at 2378 Proton Avenue. Present: Mayor Nasser Zanidean Councillors: Tyson Migneault, Karen Turton, Brandon Wessner, Steven Haithwaite, Terry Stevenson, Neal Boutin Administrator: Emella Waiser 📝 Meeting Highlights Approvals & Financials Previous Minutes: Council approved the minutes from September 24, 2025. Monthly Financials: September 2025 statements were reviewed and approved. Payment
Oct 30, 2025


Honoring Our Loved Ones, Strengthening Our Home: The Autumn House Memorial Wall
Autumn House announced on its Facebook page this week that it will be creating a Memorial Wall to honor loved ones from Gull Lake and surrounding communities who have passed on. Each plaque, engraved with a name and dates, will serve as a lasting tribute — a reminder of the people who shaped the lives of families across Gull Lake and its neighboring communities. Every brick of Autumn House carries a story. Once the Gull Lake Community Hospital, this building has been a place
Oct 23, 2025


Gull Lake 2035: At the Crossroads of Community and Opportunity
Part One: The Vision—Shaping Our Future Together This is the first in a series exploring Gull Lake’s future. Part One looks at where we’ve come from, what we’ve built together, and the choices that lie ahead. I’ve chosen 2035 as a planning horizon—far enough to think big, close enough to act now. Every generation of Gull Lake— from our early founders to today — has faced a choice: to adapt or to fade. We’ve always chosen to adapt. From our century‑old Lyceum Theatre —rebuilt
Oct 13, 2025


Momentum Builds: 35 Shares Already Claimed in Gull Lake’s Co-op Initiative
Gull Lake is once again proving that small towns can think big. The Town has launched a community investment initiative to restore a well-known piece of local history—the old drugstore—a brick building built in 1913, located in the heart of the downtown core. Ownership has been transferred to the Gull Lake Property Development Co-op, which will oversee renovations and future use. Long recognized as a downtown landmark, the old drugstore has housed a number of local businesses
Sep 25, 2025
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From Horses to Hydrants: The Legacy of "Slim" Willman
My grandfather, Slim Willman, with his team on a winter day. It’s easy to take for granted the simple act of turning on a kitchen tap. But for generations in Gull Lake, access to water was anything but simple—and that story runs right through my grandfather, George “Slim” Willman. Before the Tap: Water in Early Gull Lake Back in the early-to-mid 20th century, small towns like Gull Lake didn’t have the modern plumbing and infrastructure we rely on today. Instead, families depe
Jan 23


Gull Lake’s Doug Logan: China Trade Deal is a "Lifeline"
There’s a fresh sense of cautious optimism across the prairies this week, following a major diplomatic breakthrough in Beijing. After a high-stakes trade mission led by Prime Minister Mark Carney and Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe, Canada has secured a deal to dismantle the punishing 100% tariffs that have crippled the nation’s canola industry. For producers like Doug Logan, who farms near Gull Lake, this announcement is more than a headline—it’s a lifeline for the 2026 growi
Jan 18


2026 Pig Spleen Forecast: “Volatile” Winter and Long Spring Ahead for Southwest Saskatchewan
Get ready for a wild ride, Southwest Saskatchewan. The much-anticipated 2026 Pig Spleen Forecast predicts a winter marked by “unpredictability,” “extreme swings,” and a spring that refuses to arrive on schedule. Whether you’re heading out for chores or sending the kids to school, you’ll want both your parka and your raincoat nearby. Shared on the Pig Spleen Weather Prognostication Facebook page by Jeff Woodward , this year’s outlook continues a long-standing Tompkins traditi
Jan 15
Upcoming Events in Gull Lake and Area

Valentine’s Afternoon Dance with the Fugitives3 days to the eventFri, Feb 06Tompkins Community Centre


Gull Lake Sr. Greyhounds vs Shaunavon — Home Game4 days to the eventSat, Feb 07Gull Lake Rec Complex
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