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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, 20252 min read


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, 20251 min read


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, 20253 min read


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, 20251 min read


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, 20251 min read


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, 20251 min read
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Chinook School Division Releases 2026–2027 Strategic Plan with New Targets for Students
Chinook School Division has released its 2026–2027 Strategic Plan, outlining new targets and priorities that will shape classrooms and student supports across Southwest Saskatchewan. Student Learning Chinook is continuing its work in literacy, math learning, and instruction that adapts to student needs. All Kindergarten to Grade 3 students will be assessed using the province’s new reading screeners, along with Chinook’s early‑reading assessments used in Grades 1–3. Provincial
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Gull Lake Resident’s Child‑Exploitation Case Adjourned in Swift Current Court
A court matter involving a Gull Lake resident returned to Swift Current Provincial Court on Wednesday morning. 25‑year‑old Tyson Goertz of Gull Lake appeared through counsel, represented by Saskatchewan Legal Aid’s Scott Allen. Goertz faces three charges laid on June 16, after the Saskatchewan Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) Unit executed a search warrant at a home in Gull Lake: Possessing child sexual abuse and exploitation material Making available child sexual abuse and
Aug 26


Obituary: Dusty Lee Paul
2011 – 2026 Mr. Dusty Lee Paul, known to many as “Bing Bong,” “Dusty Boy,” “Hank,” “Dusty Tails,” and simply Son or Partner, passed away on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at 15 years of age, with his family by his side. Dusty was born in Medicine Hat, Alberta, to Mike and Sabrina Paul, and welcomed by his siblings Shayla and Lane, where a lifelong and unbreakable sibling bond began. As his family often says, “We can and will get through anything if we stick together.” Dusty attend
Aug 24
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Cowboy Action Championship Weekend at Gopher GulchMultiple DatesFri, Sep 18Provincial Cowboy Action Event – Gopher



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