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Unleash Your Winter Spirit at Whitecap Winterfest in Gull Lake, Saskatchewan on February 8, 2025!
Join the Whitecap Winterfest in Gull Lake, Saskatchewan, on Saturday, February 8, 2025. The event is officially sponsored by Whitecap Resources Inc. This event will take place in and around the Gull Lake Recreation Complex and is sure to have something for everyone to enjoy. Indoor Activities: 9 AM-11 AM : Kick off your morning with a great Pancake Breakfast. 🥞 From 9 AM to 2 PM , visit the Market & Tradeshow to browse a variety of goods. From 11 AM to 7 PM , enjoy tasty goo
Jan 23, 2025


Discovering Tompkins: The Frontier Trading Post - A New Community Hub
Photo Credit: Frontier Trading Post Frontier Trading Post announced on Facebook that they are open for business. This new business in Tompkins is sure to become an important part of the community, with a friendly vibe for everyone who comes in. Residents and visitors can expect a range of ideal offerings: Resistance Coffee ☕: Enjoy a robust, cup of coffee to start your day. Expanding Tea and Hot Chocolate Selection 🍵🍫: Experience fresh teas and luscious hot chocolates for
Jan 23, 2025


Snowplow Safety: How to Stay Safe on Rural Roads and Urban Streets
Winter in urban and rural areas presents unique challenges, with snow plowing being one of the most important jobs for municipal employees. Keeping rural roads open and clearing urban streets of snow is a significant operation. Here is what you should know about being safe around snowplows this season. Important Safety Guidelines Stay Clear Until Stopped It is essential to keep your distance from snowplow equipment until it comes to a complete stop, or you have made eye conta
Jan 16, 2025


Highlights from the Town of Gull Lake's Regular Council Meeting on December 11, 2024
The Town of Gull Lake held its regular council meeting on December 11, 2024. The meeting began at 7:00 p.m., with Mayor Nasser Zanidean presiding. The council members in attendance were Councillors Tyson Migneault, Karen Turton, Brandon Wessner, Steve Haithwaite, Terry Stevenson, Neal Boutin, and Administrator Dawnette Peterson. Call to Order: Mayor Zanidean called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m., confirming a quorum was present. Delegations: Knox United Church representati
Jan 7, 2025


Whitecap Resources Continues Generous Sponsorship of Gull Lake Winterfest: What's in Store for 2025's Event?
For the third consecutive year, Whitecap Resources has generously sponsored Gull Lake's Winterfest. This popular celebration of the Saskatchewan winter, happening on Saturday, February 8th, 2025, has turned into a favorite annual event that everyone in the area looks forward to with excitement. Winterfest is a lively celebration of community spirit, bringing together neighbors, friends, and families to enjoy the festivities of the season. With the unwavering support of Whitec
Jan 6, 2025


What Does the 2025 Pig Spleen Weather Prognostication Foretell?
This year’s forecast is based on spleen specimens from several locations around the Tompkins, Saskatchewan area. Special thanks go out to the David Wagman Ranch, Clint Cobler farm, Earview Colony, and Stu Christiansen farm. These pigs provided excellent spleens for the ensemble predictions for this year. The Pig Spleen Weather Prognostication released their 2025 forecast, continuing a cherished tradition. Eleven pig spleens were examined for the 2025 forecast. The preliminary
Jan 3, 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 Fugitives2 days to the eventFri, Feb 06Tompkins Community Centre


Gull Lake Sr. Greyhounds vs Shaunavon — Home Game3 days to the eventSat, Feb 07Gull Lake Rec Complex
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