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Did You Hear? The Go-Fer Hole Under New Management with Expanded Menu and Hours!
The Go-Fer Hole is now under new management! Local entrepreneurs Dina Marie Lychak and her son Dawson formally took over today. The menu now includes breakfast, and the business hours have changed. Monday through Saturday, 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Sunday 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. A new menu is currently being developed; for the time being, the menu remains unchanged. Visit the Go-Fer Hole for some ice cream or a burger, and say hello to the new proprietors!
Jul 2, 2024


Restoring the Historic Gull Lake Pharmacy Building: A New Opportunity for Professional, Retail, and Rental Space
MAGINE THE POSSIBILITIES! Tour Gull Lake Property Development Cooperatives Local initiative at 2460 Proton Ave on Thursday, June 6th from 3-6pm at our 'Come & Go' open house. This open house is your chance to view the property and hear about Phase 1 work that is planned. You can also find out more about investment options and return on investment plans. If you cannot attend day of open house please contact Lindsay Alliban, GullLakeEDC@gmail.com to make an appointment to view
May 24, 2024


Tompkins Lioness Support Local and Area Community Organizations
The Tompkins Lioness shared a list of local and regional groups to whom they donated funds. Tompkins Lioness thanks everyone for their support! We have proudly supported our community and area with donations: Chinook Regional Library-Tompkins Branch Country Fair Tompkins Community Centre Tompkins School Tompkins Seniors Tompkins Skating Rink Tompkins Steak & Lobster Tompkins Community Members in need Terry Fox Run Carmichael Community Club Gull Lake Christmas Hampers Gull Lak
Mar 7, 2024


New SARCAN Recycling Depot Opens in Gull Lake
Hey, Gull Lake!! We have great news this Friday! The long-awaited return of our wonderful Gull Lake SARCAN depot is here! Our brand new depot at 439 Main St. (directly across the street from our old location!) is now open, and we couldn't be more excited to recycle with you in this new space! SARCAN has been a part of the Gull Lake community right since we started over 35 years ago in 1988, so we are very happy to bring this new facility to the rockstar recyclers in the area!
Feb 9, 2024


Tompkins Fundraiser Raises $9,280.00
On October 21, 2023, the Tompkins Country Carnival and Halloween Dance raised $9,280.00, which was split evenly between the Waterplant and the Library. The Village Council expressed the following thanks to everyone who contributed to the event's success. The Village of Tompkins Mayor, Council, staff, Tompkins Library Board, and residents would like to say a HUGE THANK YOU to the DJ, Tompkins Legion, businesses, individuals, and organizations for the many monetary donations,
Nov 4, 2023


Dutchman Camper Stolen From Tompkins
A white 1997 Dutchman camper with Saskatchewan licence plate 667MNS, a teal horizontal stripe along the sides, and a length of 26 feet was stolen from Tompkins. The theft happened on August 15, 2023, about 6:20 a.m. The suspect truck is a black crew cab short box with a thick chrome accent on the front driver's, and may have a slip tank in the back.. If you have any information relating to this advisory, please contact 9-1-1 or 310-RCMP. Source: Everbridge Mass Notification
Aug 17, 2023
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From Horses to Hydrants: The Legacy of "Slim" Willman
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
Jan 23


Gull Lake’s Doug Logan: China Trade Deal is a "Lifeline"
There’s a fresh sense of cautious optimism across the prairies this week, following a major diplomatic breakthrough in Beijing. After a high-stakes trade mission led by Prime Minister Mark Carney and Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe, Canada has secured a deal to dismantle the punishing 100% tariffs that have crippled the nation’s canola industry. For producers like Doug Logan, who farms near Gull Lake, this announcement is more than a headline—it’s a lifeline for the 2026 growi
Jan 18


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 traditi
Jan 15
Upcoming Events in Gull Lake and Area

Valentine’s Afternoon Dance with the Fugitives3 days to the eventFri, Feb 06Tompkins Community Centre


Gull Lake Sr. Greyhounds vs Shaunavon — Home Game4 days to the eventSat, Feb 07Gull Lake Rec Complex
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