Saskatchewan is a prairie province in western Canada, known for its agriculture, wide open spaces, and stunning sunsets. It's often called “the Land of Living Skies” due to its dramatic cloud formations and northern lights.
Quick Facts
- Capital: Regina
- Largest City: Saskatoon
- Population: Over 1.2 million (as of 2024)
- Official Language: English
- Area: 651,036 km²
- Time Zone: Central Time Zone (CT), with no daylight saving time
Geography
Saskatchewan is bordered by Alberta to the west and Manitoba to the east, with the U.S. states of Montana and North Dakota to the south. The province features prairie flatlands, forests in the north, and over 100,000 lakes and rivers.
Major Cities
- Saskatoon – Cultural and economic center
- Regina – Capital city and home of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) training academy
- Prince Albert
- Moose Jaw
- Swift Current
Economy
Saskatchewan has a resource-based economy, with major industries including:
- Agriculture (grains, canola, pulses, cattle)
- Potash and uranium mining
- Oil and natural gas
- Manufacturing and construction
Education
Major institutions include:
- University of Saskatchewan (Saskatoon)
- University of Regina
Attractions
- RCMP Heritage Centre
- Wanuskewin Heritage Park (Indigenous archaeological site)
- Wascana Centre
- Grasslands National Park
- Northern Lights viewing in northern Saskatchewan
Did You Know?
- Saskatchewan is the world’s largest exporter of potash.
- It is the only Canadian province with entirely man-made borders (all straight lines).