The Gull Lake Community Cooperative has entered 2026 with renewed momentum as it works to move its restoration project from planning into the construction phase. The Board of Directors met on January 14 to review fundraising progress, outline outreach goals, and prepare for the year ahead. Key Updates from the Board $56,018 raised to date. This includes a $20,000 grant from Heritage Saskatchewan, contributing to the cooperative’s capital goals. New Legacy Support level. A rec

As part of our ongoing series exploring practical, creative, and community‑building ideas from other small towns, we’re spotlighting another possibility for Gull Lake. These aren’t proposals or plans—just conversation starters to help us imagine what our community could try next. Across the Prairies, small towns like ours are finding clever ways to spark new business activity without the cost or commitment of a full storefront. One of the most successful approaches is the Pop

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

The Gull Lake Diner was buzzing this week—not with drama, but with the kind of steady, prairie-shaped news that keeps a town rooted and looking ahead. The scent of fresh coffee mingled with the warmth from the kitchen, wrapping everyone in a familiar comfort. Edna kicked things off, tapping the morning paper. “The new China trade deal,” she declared, her voice as firm as the countertop she leaned against. “For Doug Logan, that’s not politics—that’s survival.” Hank, flipping h

– January 18, 2026 It is with profound sadness that the family of Mr. Norman Girodat of Gull Lake, SK, announce his passing on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at Cypress Regional Hospital in Swift Current, SK. Celebration of Life • Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 2:00 PM • Gull Lake Community Hall, Gull Lake, SK Donations In lieu of flowers, donations may be made directly to any family that is battling cancer. Acknowledgements The family sincerely thanks everyone who has reached out

Council’s final meeting before Christmas focused on building‑code appointments, routine facility maintenance, and standard year‑end financial approvals. Attendance All members of Council attended, with Councillor Wessner joining by phone. Mayor Nasser Zanidean Councillors: Tyson Migneault, Karen Turton, Brandon Wessner (via phone), Steven Haithwaite, Terry Stevenson, Neal Boutin Administrator: Emella Waiser Reports Economic Development (Written Report – L. Alliban) Plain-lang