Saskatoon is centrally located in the province of
Saskatchewan along the picturesque banks of the South Saskatchewan
River. Saskatoon is known as “the Bridge City” with a total of
seven bridges connecting the diverse areas of Saskatoon into one vibrant
city. Saskatoon is Saskatchewan’s largest city and home to over 225,000
residents.
Saskatoon plays host to many amazing year-round
attractions, festivals and entertainment events. The city offers a
diverse and vibrant recreation scene that provides something for
everyone. Take in a bike ride along the beautiful Meewasin trail or
visit a world-class art gallery or even challenge yourself on one of
Canada’s most attractive golf courses. Saskatoon offers it all! For more
information please visit
Tourism Saskatoon.
Saskatchewan or the “Land of Living Skies” is
situated in the heart of North America. The word Saskatchewan originates
from the Plains Indian word, “kisiskatchewan”, which means
“the river that flows swiftly.”
With approximately 651,900 square kilometers (more
than a quarter million square miles) in size, the Saskatchewan terrain
varies with one half of the province covered by forest, one-third by
farmland and one-eighth by fresh water. Saskatchewan also has the
distinction of having more road surface than any other province in
Canada, with a total of 150,000 miles (250,000 km.) Saskatchewan’s
weather ranges from mild to wild with winter Chinooks, to autumn Indian
summers, to summer thunderstorms and everything else in between.
Although the middle of winter may bring arctic-type temperatures to the
province, the sun is rarely gone from the Saskatchewan sky. As a matter
of fact, Saskatchewan is home to Canada’s sunshine capital: Estevan! An
endless horizon and array of activities greet you when arriving in
Saskatchewan. Cultural events, festivals, museums, galleries, parks and
endless recreational opportunities dot the provincial landscape
throughout the year. For more information please visit
Tourism Saskatchewan.