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About Saskatchewan
Capital: Regina
Population(2002): 1,010,007
Flower: Red Lily
Bird: Sharp-tailed Grouse
Geography
Saskatchewan is bounded by the Northwest Territories (N), Manitoba (E), North Dakota and Montana (S), and Alberta (W). One of the Prairie Provinces, its northern third is part of the Canadian Shield . The principal rivers are the Churchill, North and South Saskatchewan, and Qu'Appelle. Between the Saskatchewan and Churchill rivers lies a mixed forest belt that provides much timber; a section is preserved as Prince Albert National Park.
Only in S Saskatchewan has there been substantial settlement and development. Regina is the capital and second largest city; Saskatoon is the largest city, and Prince Albert and Moose Jaw are other important centers.
Economy and Higher Education
Except for a semiarid section in the southwest used for grazing and an area in the east and central portion given over to mixed farming and dairying, the land is devoted to the raising of hard wheat. Saskatchewan normally produces two thirds of Canada's wheat. The vast expanses of unbroken plain are well suited to large-scale mechanized farming. Oats, barley, rye, rapeseed, and flax are also grown throughout this region. The historic occupation of fur trapping is still practiced.
Saskatchewan is rich in minerals. Oil and natural gas, found under the prairie, are by far the province's most important minerals. The region north of Lake Athabaska has been exploited for ores yielding uranium. The area around Flin Flon, in the northeast, is mined for copper, zinc, and gold. Coal is mined in the southwest. Potash mining began in the 1950s near Saskatoon and Esterhazy, and Canada is now a leading producer of the mineral. Most of the province's industries process raw materials.
Institutions of higher education include Aldergate College, at Moose Jaw; the Univ. of Regina; and the Univ. of Saskatchewan, at Saskatoon.
About Saskatoon
The City of Saskatoon is located near the centre of the Province of Saskatchewan, just over 300 kilometers (186 miles) north of the U.S. border, 780 kilometers (485 miles) northwest of Winnipeg, a little over 520 kilometers (323 miles) southeast of Edmonton, and covers an area of 144 sq. kilometers (53 sq. miles). Bi-sected by the South Saskatchewan River, and containing over 120 hectares (300 acres) of riverbank parklands, Saskatoon is also known as the City of Bridges because of the many crossings over the South Saskatchewan River.
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Saskatoon - The City of Bridges
Canada’s sunshine capital is located in the heart of the great plains. With a population of 230 thousand, the community is a rare combination of big city amenities and small town spirit! Home of the University of Saskatchewan and the Canadian Light Source Synchrotron Project, Saskatoon is a vibrant and diverse city, boasting many professional and amateur theater groups, a symphony, numerous galleries, museums and libraries. Saskatoon, with its four seasons, is an exciting and diverse destination with much to offer visitors and residents alike.
Saskatoon is a world leader in agriculture biotechnology with a base for mining and manufacturing and a flourishing high tech industry. The focal point of Saskatoon is the South Saskatchewan River where you can enjoy a casual stroll, bike ride or roller blade through beautifully landscaped parks and natural areas. Stop and stroll through the Mendel Art Gallery located on the river bank or take in one of the many activities scheduled throughout the year on the river's edge.
Areas of Saskatoon
The Saskatoon Real Estate Board divides Saskatoon into 5 areas. Click on the triangle on Area # to see the sub-areas (neighbourhoods) listed by name.
Housing ranges from: $50,000 - $800,000 with an average selling price of $112,000. Prices have shown slow and steady growth, while providing some of the most affordable prices in Canada.
Areas Surrounding Saskatoon
There are a number of smaller towns with very affordable housing and all the amenities and grace of small town living, within an easy drive of the conveniences of the city. Immediately surrounding Saskatoon are four quadrants, Areas 6 through 9, and further out is Area 20. To the northwest, a two hour drive on a four lane highway (#16), is Area 12, The Battlefords.
Martensville, Warman, and Dalmeny are three such towns, north of Saskatoon, all within a few minutes drive, offering all services including schools and shopping, and very reasonable housing prices.
Utilities
NATURAL GAS SERVICE
SaskEnergy
(306) 975-8505 (City)
(306) 975-8540 (Rural)
408 36th Street East - Saskatoon, SK. S7K 4J9
2 weeks notice for service
$25 connection fee
ELECTRICAL SERVICE
SaskPower
(306) 934-7700 (In Saskatoon)
1-888-757-6937 (Outside Saskatoon)
320 22nd Street East - Saskatoon, SK. S7K 0H1
Allow at least 48 hours notice for service, but preferably 2 weeks.
$25 connection fee
Security Deposit - based on the individual house's consumption history, unless you already have a SaskPower account in good standing or can provide a good credit rating from another electrical utility.
* Power in some areas may be provided by the City of Saskatoon.
WATER/SEWER/GARBAGE
City of Saskatoon
(306)975-2400 (In Saskatoon) or
1-800-667-9944 (Outside Saskatoon)
222 3rd Avenue North - Saskatoon, SK. S7K 0J5
Next day service
* Power in some areas may be provided by the City of Saskatoon.
TELEPHONE SERVICE
SaskTel
(306) 310-7253 (call collect) or
1-800-727-5835
123 2nd Avenue South - Saskatoon, SK. S7K 7E6
Same day service if called before 3 PM
$33 connection fee if service was in place in the previous three months
Some areas of Saskatoon have High-speed Internet Cable access.
CABLEVISION
Shaw Cable Systems
(306) 664-2121
2326 Hanselman Avenue
Saskatoon, SK. S7L 5Z3
2-3 days notice for service
$40 connection fee
Some areas of Saskatoon have High-speed Internet Cable access.
