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Gull Lake Ambulance Offering Free Psychological First Aid Training
Gull Lake Ambulance is inviting residents to take part in a Canadian Red Cross Psychological First Aid course, which is being offered free of charge at this time. The training is designed to help people strengthen resilience and support emotional, psychological, and social wellbeing — both in everyday life and during periods of stress, loss, or trauma. An instructor from Moose Jaw, with years of experience, will be leading the session. The course is delivered in a blended for
Oct 141 min read
Why Prosperity Matters to Gull Lake
The Prosperity Series — Part One Prosperity isn’t an abstract idea. In Gull Lake, you can see it in the real projects, services, and improvements that shape daily life—the things people rely on every single day. We’re already seeing what prosperity makes possible. The X‑ray upgrade project—now entering its fundraising stage with support from the Town of Gull Lake, the R.M. of Carmichael, the R.M. of Webb, and the R.M. of Gull Lake—is a clear example. A modern X‑ray unit would
Sep 143 min read
Ehealth Saskatchewan Warns About Health Card Text and Call Scam
A new warning from eHealth Saskatchewan highlights fake messages and calls telling residents their health cards are outdated. Scammers are contacting people by text and phone, claiming cards are expired or need immediate replacement, and directing them to click a link, update information, or pay a fee to keep access to health services. These messages are not legitimate. Saskatchewan health cards have no fees attached — any request for payment is a scam. The warning comes as t
Aug 272 min read
InCyte Environmental Services Ltd. 4th Annual Fundraiser Raises $3,800 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 who supported the 4th Annual fundraiser. She shared how much the continued community involvement means to the team—and noted that 2026 was their top‑selling year yet, thanks to strong participation throughout the season. With everyone’s help, the fundraiser raised $3,800, with InCyte donating back $1,300 as part of the total. The funds were distributed
Aug 201 min read
The Doctors Who Defined a Century of Care for Gull Lake
Hospitals are shaped by buildings, budgets, and boards—but their identity is shaped by people. In Gull Lake, the doctors who served across more than a century left a legacy of leadership, endurance, and community commitment that defined every era of local healthcare. From the town’s first medical man to the physician who leads today, their work forms a continuous line through Gull Lake’s history. The Hospital Era (1906–1993) Dr. Code (1906–1909) Gull Lake’s medical story begi
Jul 183 min read
Council Approves Rec Repairs, Scholarships, and Groundwater Program
Council addressed financial approvals, correspondence, infrastructure items, and other business before Council at its May 13 meeting. The session included written staff reports, committee updates, and a short delegation at the start of the meeting. A brief delegation from Kyle Downey opened the meeting, during which Council approved $12,000 for repairs to the Gull Lake & District Recreational Complex following water damage. Mayor Zanidean declared a conflict of interest for t
Jun 262 min read
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People Who Built Gull Lake: Joe Ohlheiser
Ohlheiser's Meat Market -1910. L-R - RoseOhlheiser, Joe Ohlheiser, Philip Zettel, unknown When people think about the builders of early Gull Lake, they often picture merchants, farmers, and town founders. But some community builders wore several hats. One was Joe Ohlheiser, an early businessman, musician and settler whose contributions extended far beyond his butcher shop. Early Business Roots Joe Ohlheiser was among Gull Lake's earliest business owners. By 1907 he owned a me
Nov 7
Gull Lake Teams Advance as Volleyball Playoffs Begin
Volleyball playoff season is here, and Gull Lake will be represented at both the junior and senior levels as teams compete for district and provincial opportunities. Junior Girls Advance to District Championship The Gull Lake junior girls volleyball team has earned a spot in the SWAC Junior Girls District Championship after advancing through sectional playoffs. The team will compete in Hazlet on November 7 alongside Centennial, Frontier, Leader, and the host team. Gull Lake w
Nov 3
People Who Built Gull Lake: William Green
Homesteaders travelling south from Gull Lake in the early settlement era. The arrival of new settlers helped shape the community William Green worked to develop in the early 1900s. Every town has people whose names quietly shaped its future. In Gull Lake's early years, few played a more important role in that process than William Green. An American from Fort Benton, Montana, Green served as the land agent for Conrad and Price, the men who purchased the former "76" Ranch holdi
Nov 1
Upcoming Events in Gull Lake and Area
SWT Lyceum Theatre to Host Grey Cup Party in Gull LakeSun, Nov 15SWT Lyceum Theatre
Multiple DatesShaunavon's Christmas Craft & Trade Show12 days to the eventFri, Nov 27The Shaunavon Elks Hall
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