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Saskatchewan’s Measured Response to U.S. Tariffs
Premier Scott Moe addressed his concerns about the tariffs announced by President Trump on his Facebook page. Moe underscored the far-reaching implications of these tariffs, both for the United States and its trading partners, such as Saskatchewan. "President Trump is just simply wrong when he says Canada has nothing the USA needs," Moe said. "American farmers need Canadian fuel and fertilizer to grow their crops," he said, emphasizing how important Saskatchewan is to the eco
Mar 4, 2025


Supporting Canadian Businesses: What Regular Canadians Can Do to Help Amid Tariffs
The recent imposition of tariffs by the United States on Canadian goods will have a huge impact on our economies and communities. A 25% tariff on most items and a 10% tax on energy exports are not merely economic measures; they strike at the heart of the relationship between two closely related countries. Canadian leaders, from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to provincial leaders like Premier Doug Ford, have risen to the occasion. Retaliatory taxes on $30 billion in US goods h
Mar 4, 2025


Enhancing Trade Relations: Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe's Mission in Washington, D.C. and Mexico
Released on February 7, 2025 As Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe prepares for his next trip to Washington, D.C. and Mexico, the emphasis is firmly on improving trade relations and maintaining the prosperity of both Canada and its important international partners. This mission has great promise for improving economic partnership and tackling critical issues affecting businesses and people on both sides of the border. A Strategic Visit to Washington, D.C. Premier Moe's itinerary
Feb 7, 2025


Relief from Federal Carbon Tax Coming to Saskatchewan Residents in 2024
Saskatchewan residents will be exempt from the federal carbon tax beginning in 2024. SaskEnergy and SaskPower will eliminate the federal carbon tax from home heating in Saskatchewan beginning January 1, 2024, benefiting residents who were excluded from the federal government's decision to exempt the carbon price on home heating oil. This will save the average Saskatchewan family $400 by 2024. SaskPower will eliminate the carbon tax on heating by lowering the federal carbon ta
Dec 29, 2023


Gull Lake's Population Drops by 13.2 Percent
Statistics Canada released some of the official 2021 Census population details today. Today, Statistics Canada released some population profile data from the 2021 census. The Town of Gull Lake officially had a population of 908 residents in the 2021 census. According to census data, Gull Lake's population has decreased by 13.2 percent since the 2016 census. This reduction more than negated the 5.8% gain seen in the 2016 census and is substantially below the all-time low of 9
Feb 9, 2022


Saskatchewan COVID-19 Case Management and Testing Update
Saskatchewan residents are being asked to use rapid antigen testing kits to monitor for COVID-19. Residents who receive a positive rapid antigen test or confirmatory PCR test will be required to self-isolate for five days, down from ten. If you have COVID-19 symptoms, you should immediately isolate yourself and seek a PCR test at a Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) testing site. As part of COVID-19 case management protocols, all residents are required to self-isolate and no
Dec 30, 2021
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Empire Diner Moves Forward With New Ownership and Familiar Faces
Left: Manager Jamba | Right: Owner Akash Karwal At a Glance — Empire Diner Owner: Akash Karwal (new) Manager: Jamba (continuing) Menu: Current items staying; new recipes, offers, and themed nights being explored Updates: Considering interior/exterior renovations to modernize the space The Empire Diner in downtown Gull Lake is beginning a new chapter. New owner Akash Karwal , who took over the business about six months ago, says the decision to invest here came down to the
Apr 18


Andrew Robertson Brings a New Mural to Gull Lake
A striking new black‑and‑white mural is coming to life on the north wall of Campbell’s Accommodations Fourplex , along Rutland Avenue and 2nd Street —a well‑traveled stretch of Highway 37 as it moves through Gull Lake. Local artist Andrew Robertson—known across southwest Saskatchewan for his monochromatic murals and large‑scale public art—began painting this week and is already more than halfway through. The piece features a young girl surrounded by sweeping black‑and‑white
Apr 11


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 tradition
Jan 15
Upcoming Events in Gull Lake and Area



Spring Tea at Autumn House — Mother’s Day Gathering4 days to the eventSun, May 03Autumn House Independent Living Facility
Multiple DatesSouthwest Dance Co — Year‑End Celebration 20269 days to the eventFri, May 08Swift Current Comprehensive High School
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