The coffee was hot at the Gull Lake Diner this week, and conversation flowed easily among the regulars. The usual crew—Edna, Hank, Mabel, Earl, Rita, and Mayor Binder—gathered at their favorite table, turning their attention to the stories shaping the town: a legacy built on compassion, the co-op’s promising progress, and a festival that brings everyone together. The Foundation: Remembering "Slim" Edna, the group’s unofficial historian, set her mug down with a deliberate clac

Central Energy Services Inc., based in Gull Lake, SK, is seeking motivated individuals to join our team. We are currently hiring for the following positions: 1A Truck Driver (Permanent, Full-Time) Positions Available: 2 Wage: Based on experience and qualifications Education: Grade 12 Experience: 1–2 years Location: Gull Lake, SK Role Overview We require experienced 1A drivers to operate gravel trucks and loaders throughout southwest Saskatchewan, supporting oilfield, agr

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

– 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