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Yellow Canary Books & Stationery Opens November 5th
After weeks of anticipation and preparation Gull Lakes newest business Yellow Canary Books & Stationery is set to open 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟓 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝟏𝟐𝐩𝐦-𝟔𝐩𝐦! The store will stock all genres of books, as well as stationery, office supplies, and small home décor items. In a Facebook post on the Yellow Canary Books & Stationery owners Cole and Hannah Girodat said, "We cannot wait for everyone to see what we've done with the place, and for all the Book Lovers in town and
Oct 25, 2022


Village of Tompkins Tender for 1996 Chevy
Tenders will be received by the undersigned until 12:00 noon on Friday, August 26th, 2022 for purchase of the following: Tender Conditions: Bidder is responsible for their own investigation of the vehicle. Truck is sold as is, where is. 428643 Km’s. Successful bidder will have 30 days to provide the balance of cash to complete the purchase. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. A 10% deposit by certified cheque or money order must be submitted with tender. *Deposit
Aug 20, 2022


Tompkins Urges Residents to Reduce Water Use
As most of you are aware of the significant leak on Main Street, Please reduce the amount of water you are using in your homes, lawns, and gardens. Only use what you absolutely need to. The start of the repair won't happen until Monday, at which time main street will be closed Monday-Wednesday, with the businesses still open. Thank you for your cooperation! Source: Tompkins, Saskatchewan
Aug 17, 2022


New Vehicle Detailing Business In Gull Lake
Brett Stusrud has launched a business in Gull Lake called Brett's Details. Call 1-306-671-0071 or send a text message to have your vehicle detailed . The cost of the detail will be determined by how much or what you all want cleaned. Congratulations to Brett on the launch of his new business! Gull Lake Events
Aug 10, 2022


Fire Ban in Effect for Village of Tompkins
A fire ban is in effect immediately in the village of Tompkins. As a result of the current dry conditions, the Village has issued a FIRE BAN . A $250.00 fine will be imposed for any open or enclosed fires within the village limits. Source: Tompkins, Saskatchewan
Aug 8, 2022


Local Couple Opening New Business in Gull Lake
By now, you may have heard some rumours about us. And we are here to tell you that they are true! We (Hannah and Cole) have bought 1365 Conrad Ave. in downtown Gull Lake, and we will soon be transforming it into a bookstore! Yellow Canary Books & Stationery is planning on opening its doors in October 2022. It will stock all genres of books, as well as stationery, office supplies, and small home décor items. We will grow based on the desires of our customers, starting with bei
Jul 28, 2022
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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 Fugitives2 days to the eventFri, Feb 06Tompkins Community Centre


Gull Lake Sr. Greyhounds vs Shaunavon — Home Game3 days to the eventSat, Feb 07Gull Lake Rec Complex
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