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Gull Lake Sidewalk Upgrades Aim to Improve Safety and Accessibility
The Town of Gull Lake is moving forward with two key infrastructure upgrades designed to improve pedestrian safety and accessibility in high-traffic areas. Gull Lake Canada Post Office Sidewalk Replacement The sidewalk adjacent to the Gull Lake Post Office on Conrad Avenue is set to be removed and replaced. The current surface—visibly cracked and uneven—has long posed challenges for accessibility. The new 40-meter monolithic sidewalk will offer a smoother, safer experience
Sep 4, 2025


Obituary: Reinhold “Ron” Dittmann—Gull Lake, Saskatchewan
Service Details Graveside Service: Thursday, September 11, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. Location: Gull Lake Cemetery, west of town off Highway 1 Reception: Following the service, friends and family are invited to gather at the Empire Diner for coffee in remembrance of Ron. Donations & Memorials Memorial contributions may be directed to: Gull Lake Special Care Centre—Activity Department P.O. Box 539, Gull Lake, SK S0N 1A0 Kinsmen Telemiracle Foundation 3‑2217C Hanselman Court, Saskatoon
Sep 3, 2025


Community Gathers for First Annual Walk to Remember, Raising Over $600 for Autumn House
Photo Credit: AUtumn House On August 28 , under open prairie skies and warm late‑summer weather , the community came together for the inaugural Walk to Remembe r, blending reflection, connection , and shared purpose in support of Autumn House. Starting at Autumn House , participants took part in a 3 km walk along Kiaskus Trail with touching displays of framed photographs honoring loved ones . Families, friends, and neighbors moved together at a relaxed pace, sharing storie
Aug 29, 2025


Empire Diner Market Day Feast Raises $350 for Gull Lake Seniors Hall
On Wednesday, August 27th , the Empire Diner hosted a special Market Day Feast for a Cause in support of the Gull Lake Seniors Hall . Community members gathered to enjoy a signature plate of boneless dry ribs —with a choice of either a f resh salad 🥗 or crispy golden fries 🍟. For every $20 meal served, $5 was donated directly to the Seniors Hall, helping to ensure it remains a warm and welcoming space for local seniors to gather, connect, and enjoy. Evening by the Numb
Aug 28, 2025


My Tangent E‑Bike Journey: 5,300 Kilometers and Counting
How It All Began: My Treeosix Test‑Drive My first taste of e‑biking was a Treeosix rental at Cypress Hills — one effortless ride up the Mickey Mouse Hills was all it took to know I needed one of my own. Eager to make it happen, I wandered into our local Canadian Tire in Swift Current and walked out with a Tangent ebike in August 2022. About a month later, we picked up a second e‑bike for my wife—quickly turning solo rides into shared adventures. These days I enjoy the best
Aug 27, 2025


InCyte Environmental Services Ltd. Wiener Wednesdays Raise $2,600 for the Community
Pam Kirwan of InCyte Environmental Services Ltd. , kicked off this year’s wrap-up video with a heartfelt thank-you to everyone for their continued support of Wiener Wednesdays . The community spirit has been incredible, and thanks to your enthusiasm, we’ve had another successful season of fun and fundraising. Pam also extended a huge thank-you to Speedy Creek for co-sponsoring one of our Leader Wednesdays. Although they couldn’t attend in person, they generously gave back by
Aug 21, 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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