Casinos in Saskatchewan Canada

by Guest Blogger on February 11, 2013

There are many casinos in Saskatchewan, Canada.  The Casino Regina, however, is considered by many as the best in the region with its numerous poker tournaments. Casinos are also scattered in various parts of the province like Saskatoon, Regina, Yorkton, Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, Kenosee Lake and North Battleford.  Adults aged 19 years and above are permitted to engage in betting and playing in casinos in Saskatchewan Canada.

Casino Regina is considered as the premier casino in Saskatchewan. It boasts of a wide array of gaming tables, slot machines and poker games, aside from hosting some of the best poker tournaments in the entire country. Bookies and casino players converge every day right at its offices located at 1880 Saskatchewan Drive, Regina SK.

Another highly popular casino is the province is Dakota Dunes Casino, a relatively new establishment located just 20 minutes away from Saskatoon. Its offices are located at 204 Dakota Dunes Way, Site 507, SK. Casino players and betting enthusiasts may also visit the North Lights Casino which has nearly 400 slot machines and a fully licenses slot. It is located at 44 Marquis Road West, Prince Albert, SK.

Moose Jaw Casino sits on 14,000 square feet property and has more than 200 slot machines, 3 card poker tables and blackjack tables. It is located at 21 Fairford Street, Moose Jaw, SK. People who like to engage in betting games can also head to Painted Hand Casino, a fairly small casino right in the heart of Yorkton. It has more than 200 coin machines, six live table games and more than 18,000 square feet of property.

Casinos are found in almost every point of the globe. Betting in the various games played in casinos has become a favorite pastime of millions of adults around the world, however the face of the gambling industry as a whole has taken a massive turn thanks to the rise of the internet in recent years which has led to a shift in the types of customers at land-based casinos. http://www.luckynuggetcasino.com/au/online-pokies/ is an example of an online casino that has reaped the benefits of the internet and offers a range of games similar to that found at any of the venues mentioned in this article. Players can of course also read up on winning Poker tactics in a separate window whilst playing their games, something unheard of in land-based casinos.

For some people though, the glitz and glam of the real casinos is the main attraction as opposed to the gambling itself. The casinos above are no exception to the fact that casinos are environments people can enjoy socialising over a drink as well as placing a few dollars on the slots.

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Saskatchewan Highway Conditions

by Web Master on September 14, 2012

The following websites give information about the current conditions of highways in the Province of Saskatchewan.

http://roadinfo.telenium.ca/

This website is operated by the Government of Saskatchewan. Areas of highways that are under construction and emergency road closings are posted. In the winter, highways that are impacted by winter weather are listed.

http://www.highwayconditions.com/sk/

This website links back to the Government of Saskatchewan website. However, this website also lists numbers for drivers to call to obtain current highway information.

http://www.theweathernetwork.com/hwycond/sk/cask0276

A color-coded map is provided at this site. Visibility and surface conditions are provided on any given stretch of road. Different colors on a highway indicate different types of delays or weather impacting the highway.

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Map of Saskatchewan

by Web Master on May 6, 2012

Saskatchewan’s Tourist Locations

Saskatchewan has two personalities. When you travel the lower two-thirds, you’ll see rolling hills with small lakes. The land rises from East to West with the highest point in Saskatchewan in the Cypress Hills (4570 feet). If you take one of the few roads heading North to the upper third, you’ll find yourself in vast bogs with thousands of ponds. Saskatchewan provides an outdoors experience second to none with both wilderness exploring and planned activities and two fascinating cities. Here are a few of the extraordinary things you can do in Saskatchewan.

Main map of Saskatchewan: http://www.igooglemaps.com/north-america/canada/province-of-saskatchewan/

Saskatoon holds the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) Academy where you can watch the Sargeant Major’s Parade on weekdays. http://www.tourismsaskatoon.com/content/Saskatoon_GM.htm

Regina is home to the RCMP Heritage Centre.
http://wwp.greenwichmeantime.com/time-zone/north-america/canada/saskatchewan/regina/map/index.htm

Buffalo Pound Provincial Park offers seasonal recreation with swimming, camping, mini-golf, fishing, hiking and biking along the Trans-Canada Trail. The park features a captive herd of bison and wildlife visits to Nicolle Flats Marsh.
http://www.geodata.us/canada_names_maps/maps.php?featureid=HAWCL&f=242

The Cannington Manor Provincial Park was established in 1882 about 25 km northeast of Moose Jaw as a historical park showcasing the failed colony of Cannington Manor. Captain Edward Michell wanted to educate the sons of wealthy families in agricultural and genteel living. Inhabitants of Cannington Manor rode thoroughbred horses, played polo, hunted foxes, and played billiards and tennis.
http://www.geodata.us/canada_names_maps/maps.php?featureid=HAXDR&f=242

Grasslands National Park in southern Saskatchewan along the Montana border offers the visitor a chance to learn about the prairie grasslands environment of Canada. The semi-arid climate of the grasslands hosts unusual plants and animals such as the only black-tailed prairie dog which can be found no where else in Canada.
http://www.panoramio.com/photo/2012549

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Towns in Saskatchewan

by Web Master on March 12, 2012

Largest Towns in Saskatchewan, Canada

In the Canadian province of Saskatchewan, a village can incorporate as a town once it reaches a population of at least 500. Once a town reaches a population of 5000, it may choose to apply for a change in status and become a city, though not all towns do so.

There are 147 official towns in Saskatchewan. Some of the largest, by population, include Warman, Nipawin, Tisdale, La Ronge, and Esterhazy. All links below are to the Google map of that particular town.

Warman, 12 miles from Saskatoon, provides a convenient home location for commuters who work in that city. It is officially Saskatchewan’s largest town, with a population of over 7000. It will officially become a city in October 2012.

Nipawin lies between two lakes in northeast Saskatchewan and is particularly known for diamond mining. Snowmobiles and curling are popular pastimes there, and it is also known for one of the best golf courses in Saskatchewan.

Tisdale, in northeastern Saskatchewan, is especially known for its agriculture. The area is a major grain centre, especially because it is located near both major highways and railroads. It is also a major producer of honey.

La Ronge lies in northern Saskatchewan on the shores of the Lake from which the town gets its name. Its location makes it an important hub for industrial and government transportation. A number of First Nations lands surround La Ronge, which is also a popular fishing destination with tourists.

Esterhazy is located in southeastern Saskatchewan. It has a history of significant European settlement and its flour mill is a national historic site. It is largely a mining area.

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