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Key Decisions from Gull Lake Town Council: March 26 – Pool Staffing, Cannabis Approval, and Leadership Transition
The Gull Lake Town Council convened for its regular meeting on March 26, 2025, in the Town Council Chambers. Mayor Nasser Zanidean chaired the meeting, joined by Councillors Tyson Migneault (joined at 7:05), Karen Turton (via telephone), Brandon Wessner, Steve Haithwaite, Terry Stevenson, Neal Boutin, and Administrator Dawnette Peterson, confirming a quorum for the meeting. Meeting Minutes and Financial Approvals The council approved the minutes from the March 12, 2025, meet
Apr 14, 2025


Canadians Beware: Why Relying on Social Media for Election Information is Risky
As Canada prepares for its next federal election, Chief Electoral Officer Stéphane Perrault has issued a crucial reminder: don’t rely on social media for accurate election information . In an era where misinformation spreads faster than ever, Perrault emphasizes the importance of turning to trusted sources like Elections Canada for reliable details about the electoral process. Social media platforms, while convenient, are often rife with misleading or false content, including
Apr 9, 2025


Coffee Row Chronicles: Hometown Heroes, Community Highlights, and Road to Revival
The Main Street Café buzzed with energy on a warm April morning, sunlight spilling through its broad windows. This was another scene straight out of the Coffee Row Chronicles , where the streets of Gull Lake were alive with residents enjoying the fresh spring air. Inside, the café’s usual crowd had gathered in their favorite booth, with Edna Macgillivary, Lila Howard, Marge Grey, Nora Aldag, Conrad Boone, Mark Price, Roger Winslow, and Granny Irene deep in conversation, their
Apr 8, 2025


Meet the Owners of Capel Gwyn Antiques & Collectibles
Carl and Charlene Blackwell The former Anglican Church in Gull Lake, which is located at 3375 Rutland Avenue, has undergone a remarkable change. Once a place of worship, it is now a sanctuary for antiques and collectibles that Carl and Charlene Blackwell have carefully chosen. As proud former residents of Gull Lake, Carl and Charlene have returned to their origins with the opening of Capel Gwyn Antiques & Collectibles. This endeavor is not merely a business for them; it is th
Apr 6, 2025


Gull Lake Local Brett Reynolds Named CPKC's 2025 Railroader of the Year: A Well-Deserved Recognition
Gull Lake is proud to celebrate one of its own. Brett Reynolds, Track Maintenance Foreman, has been named CPKC’s 2025 Railroader of the Year, an incredible honor recognizing his 36 years of exceptional service. As highlighted in a post by CPKC, Brett’s dedication, resilience, and leadership continue to shine through as he works to keep trains moving safely, even in the harshest conditions on the Maple Creek subdivision in Saskatchewan. He has earned widespread respect for his
Apr 4, 2025


Celebrating Gull Lake's Literary Champion: Brooklyn Stanford Wins National Recognition
Steve and Brooklyn Stanford. (Photo credit Brooklyn Stanford) Gull Lake is beaming with pride as one of its own, Brooklyn Stanford , has earned national recognition for her outstanding writing. Brooklyn recently won the Royal Canadian Legion National Youth Remembrance Senior Essay - Literary Contest for her essay, Honour of His Duties. Drawing on her father’s experiences as a military veteran, Brooklyn’s essay reflects on the challenges faced by veterans, particularly PTSD.
Apr 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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