2005 Community Profile
Prepared By:
Good Spirit Regional Economic
Development Authority Inc.
Feb 2005
WELCOME TO THE CITY OF YORKTON!
This document contains demographic and economic information most often requested by companies and individuals.
More information can be accessed by visiting www.yorkton.ca. After reviewing the relevant data and commentary, please accept our warm invitation to request further assistance. All inquiries and information submitted to our Economic Development Office will be treated as confidential.
Please direct your inquiries to:
Gordon R. Bulmer
23D Smith Street West
Yorkton, SK S3N 0H9
Telephone: (306) 783-7332
Facsimile: (306) 783-0165
E-mail: gbulmer@goodspiritreda.com
. City of Yorkton Population 17,186 (2004 Saskatchewan Health estimate). Largest city on the Trans Canada Yellowhead Highway (Hwy 16) between Winnipeg, Manitoba and Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Largest city in east central Saskatchewan, an area of approximately 14,000 square miles.
. Annual wholesale and retail sales have doubled in the past five years to more than $230 Million. Other main regional industries are agriculture, potash mining, manufacturing, tourism and health services.
. With more than 500 modern hotel rooms the community is able to stage major events and conferences such as the 1999 Royal Bank Cup and the 2000 Saskatchewan Summer Games. The city-owned Gallagher Leisure Centre with hockey arena, curling rink, pavilion and convention centre ( wave pool & flexi-hall under construction ) is one of the finest facilities of its kind in the province.
Yorkton Festivals & Entertainment
. Winterfest (Aboriginal Games) - February
. Yorkton Short Film & Video festival - April
. Yorkton Spring Expo - April
. Sunrise Lions Indoor Track Meet - April
. Yorkton Exhibition - July
. Threshermen's Show and Senior's Festival - August
. Sunflower (Arts & Crafts) - September
. Harvest Showdown - November
Economic Highlights for 2004/2005
. The Sunrise Health District (SHD) is constructing a new long-term care (LTC) facility that will replace the existing Anderson Lodge. The 93-bed facility will have beds assigned to LTC, respite and palliative care. The SHD is planning to have the $18 Million facility in operation by 2005. The City of Yorkton has committed $3.6 Million to the project.
. The City of Yorkton has commenced construction of a new Family Leisure Centre. The $20 Million project will expand upon the existing Agriplex (now renamed the Gallagher Centre). The major new components include a flexi-hall and a wave pool. Among the planned upgrades are energy and fire safety improvements.
. The City of Yorkton completed the $885,000 renovation to the Yorkton Public Library early in 2005. The grand opening of the refurbished library is scheduled for March 2005.
. The Sunrise Health District (SHD) has added a 10-slice computerized tomography (CT) scanner to its diagnostic capabilities. Approximately 3000 scans will be performed annually with the new equipment saving patients the time and expense of travel to larger centres. Funding for the new equipment came from the province's Medical and Diagnostic Equipment Fund and local donations.
. Harvest Meats is nearing completion of a multi-million dollar expansion. The $7 million expansion will allow the meat processor to expand more fully into shelf-stable meat snacks, such as pepperoni sticks, kippered beef, etc. The expansion of the plant has added 36,000 sq. ft. of floor space, and will increase employees by 20 people to a total of 180 employees.
. Yorkton has a new logo and promotional phrase to help people identify with the city. The major source of funds for the branding process was the City of Yorkton. Other financial support was received from the Good Spirit Regional Economic Development Authority, Yorkton Chamber of Commerce, Ventures Community Futures Development Corporation, Yorkton Downtown Business Association and Tourism Yorkton. The official unveiling took place on September 27th, 2004
Location & Climate
Altitude: 1,656 feet (498 metres)
Latitude: 51° 16" N
Longitude: 102° 28" W/O
Situated amid the rolling hills with small willow and poplar stands, the province's parkland area is near the Canadian northern forest.
Climate: Yorkton avoids extreme weather conditions, such as blizzards, found on the open prairies. Yorkton also enjoys low humidity combined with one of the highest averages of daily sunshine in North America.
Transportation & Distances
Click here to see the table of Yorkton Climate Normals from 1991-2000
Highways:
Trans Canada Yellowhead Highway (Hwy. 16) is one of Canada's most important truck transport and vacation routes, especially between Thunder Bay, Ontario and Vancouver, British Columbia. Highway 9 extends from the U.S. Boundary to the forest region north of Hudson Bay, Saskatchewan, and is part of the "Saskota Flyway" highway route from Bismark, North Dakota. Highway 10 is the main highway to Regina, and east to the Manitoba border and is intersected by Highway 52. ( Refer to map on page 10 )
Distances:
Regina, SK 190 km (118 miles)
Saskatoon, SK 326 km (203 miles)
Winnipeg, MB 451 km (280 miles)
Edmonton, AB 851 km (529 miles)
U.S. Border 241 km (150 miles)
Railways:
Yorkton is on the main line of the Great Western Railway (operated by Canadian Pacific Railway), the Canadian National Railway, Regina to Churchill by Hudson Bay and connection with CNR transcontinental main line at Melville (38-km southwest).
Air:
Yorkton Airport is three miles north of the city. Runway 03-21 is paved and measures 4,800 feet by 150 feet. Runway 12-30 has a gravel surface and measures 3,000 feet by 100 feet. Scheduled service is not available.
Economic Activity
History:
Yorkton was founded by settlers originating from York County, Ontario in 1882. Serving the farming sector soon led to manufacturing of farming equipment. The other major economic impact on Yorkton has been potash mining. Mosaic formerly I.M.C. Canada began mining and refining potash in Esterhazy in 1962 and accounts for 30% of Saskatchewan potash production. Yorkton is also home to Harvest Meats, an ultra modern meat processing plant with sales to Western Canada, the U.S. and Japan.
Income*:
Total Income Estimate: $385,780,000
Per Capita: $21,522
Average Family Income: $61,926
Average Household Income: $51,362
Click here to view the chart on Taxfilers & Dependants with Income by Total Income, Sex and Age Group, 2001
Total Income Composition by Major Category, 2001
Income Tax Data:
Total Personal Income Taxes paid in 2001: $53,840,000
Average Taxable Income in 2001: $24,708
Average Tax paid in 2001: $5,679
Median Income, 2001: $ 24,400
Median Income, 1996: $ 20,600
Change, 1996-2001: 18%
Click here to see the Average Household Expenditure Estimate for 2005
Construction Activity:
Total Building Permit Values, City of Yorkton
1997 $18,592,100
1998 $18,072,828
1999 $22,995,750
2000 $16,425,000
2001 $11,700,656
2002 $20,295,950
2003 $28,167,765
2004 $22,976,030
Retail Sales (Historical and projected estimates):
1997 $108,180,000
2000 $203,700,000
2002 $213,610,000
2005 $236,070,000 (projected)
2007 $243,550,000 (projected)
2010 $251,000,000
Yorkton Labour Market Area
The area covers approximately 32, 600 sq. kilometres, 5.1 percent of Saskatchewan's total area. According to Saskatchewan Health Records, 76,307 people were living within this area in 2003. This represents about 7.6% of Saskatchewan's total population.
Click here to view the Employer Profile of Yorkton
Click here to view the Average Employment Income in the Yorkton Labour Market Area
Human Resources
City of Yorkton:
Current Population 17,186 (June 30, 2004 - Sask. Health estimates)
Click here to view the Yorkton Population Chart
Click here to view the Yorkton Age and Gender charts
Regional Demographic Data
Trading Area Population:
Population within 50 km. radius 31,635
Population within 100 km. radius 57,309
Population within 150 km. radius 100,092
Population of Nearby Centres:
Canora 2,441
Esterhazy 2,657
Foam Lake 1,254
Kamsack 1,966
Melville 4,595
Wadena 1,461
Wynyard 2,132
Source: Saskatchewan Health, Covered Populations, 2004
Regional Labour Force: (2004 Estimates)
Yorkton - Melville Economic Region* (ER740)
Population 67,700
Labour Force 41,800
Employed 39,900
Unemployed 1,900
Unemployment Rate 4.5%
Participation Rate 62.4%
Employment Rate 59.6%
*Source: Statistics Canada 2004, Labour Force Survey, 2004
Click here to view Education Statistics in Yorkton
Commercial Facts
1. Yorkton Commercial Areas
Shopping Malls
Parkland Mall, 277 Broadway Street East, Highway 10 East
( www.parklandmall.net )
53 shops/services; approx. 300,000 square feet
anchors: The Bay, Zellers, Sobeys
Linden Square Mall, 385 Broadway St. East, Highway 10 East
19 shops/services: approx. 35,300 sq. ft.
York City Plaza, Broadway Street East, Downtown
approx. 33,500 sq. ft.
anchor: Liquidation World
Crossroads Centre, Broadway Street East
approx. 28,000 sq. ft.
anchor: Tim Hortons/Wendy's
Broadway Centre Mall, 73-83 Broadway Street
anchor: Movie Gallery
Box Stores
Wal-Mart
Superstore
Canadian Tire
Staples
United Furniture Warehouse
2. Commercial Land Prices
Gladstone Industrial Park: $35,000 per serviced acre
Rennie Industrial Park: $50,000 per serviced acre
City-owned unserviced land: price negotiable
3. Commercial Leasing and Rental
Quality commercial properties and premises are available for sale or lease, either in the downtown core, the shopping malls or along the Highway corridors. Please contact our local Realtors for specific information on current properties. (See Real Estate in "contact information" section)
4. Highway Traffic Counts
5. Communications
The community has a number of providers of high speed and regular Internet including Sask Tel, Access Communications and Image Cable. The community also has digital and analog cellular provided by SaskTel Mobility and Rogers AT&T.
6. Major Yorkton Exporters (which employ more than 50 people)
Harvest Meats (www.harvestmeats.com)
Harvest Meats, a division of Premium Brands underwent a recent expansion to meet the growing demand for its product. Although specialty products play a key role in the company's marketing plans, 75 percent of production is cured and smoked pork products such as ham, bacon, sausage and wieners. Harvest Meats is nearing completion of a multi-million dollar expansion. The $7 million expansion will allow the meat processor to expand more fully into shelf-stable meat snacks, such as pepperoni sticks, kippered beef, etc. The expansion of the plant has added 36,000 sq. ft. of floor space, and will increase employees by 20 people to a total of 180 employees.
Leon's Manufacturing Company Inc. (www.leonsmfg.com)
Leon Manufacturing Ltd. by technical innovation, engineering expertise, and a dedication to product quality and service, has grown to a leading Canadian company of international stature, with factories and warehouses located in Canada and the United States. Product quality is guaranteed on every dozer blade, front-end loader, rear blade and land scraper that bears the Leon name.
Morris Industries Ltd. (www.morris-industries.com)
Morris Industries Ltd. is primarily an agricultural machinery manufacturer, specializing in seeding and tillage equipment suited to dry land conditions found in Western Canada and Northwestern United States.
Popowich Milling Ltd. (www.popowichmilling.com)
Popowich Milling Ltd. is a private label producer, processing and packaging more than 10 different varieties of flavoured instant oatmeal under different brand names. The company processes 1.5 - 2 million bushels of oats annually, the majority of which is purchased locally either directly from the producers or through the elevator system.
Ram Industries Inc. (www.ramindustries.com)
Ram Industries Ltd. is a manufacturer of quality custom design and standard hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders. For over 25 years, RAM cylinders have served original equipment manufacturers around the world in a variety of industries and applications.
Residential Facts
From stately homes in well-treed, established areas to new housing developments, Yorkton offers an excellent choice of private homes.
Weinmaster Park
Weinmaster Park subdivision is located in the northeast area of Yorkton near the Parkland Mall.
21 lots remaining.
Parkview Estates
Parkview Estates is a new subdivision located in the southwest area of Yorkton near the Hospital and the Yorkton Family Leisure Centre/Agriplex.
24 lots remaining.
Riverside Grove
Riverside Grove, the newest subdivision is located in the northeast area of Yorkton near the Parkland Mall.
32 lots available
Riverside Multi-Family ( suitable for duplex and semi-detached development)
17 lots available.
Infill lots for new construction or relocation of homes from outside the city limits are available throughout the city.
1. Residential Home Costs
ReMax ( Yorkton) -- " Early indications are that market values are being maintained and may even see a slight increase for a typical bungalow with a garage and some basement development. These values are being maintained by a fairly strong demand for housing and low interest rates." (2004)
Three-bedroom homes ( 20+ yrs ) starting @ mid $70's
Older homes: starting @ $35,000
Average Building Costs: $100.00 per sq. ft.
2. Residential Rental Costs
Houses: $450 - $800 per month
Four-plexes and Duplexes: starting at $465 per month
Apartment Data, City of Yorkton
3. Occupied Private Dwellings (2001 Census)
TOTAL: 6,395
Owned 4,345
Rented 2,045
# of dwellings constructed before 1991 6,075
# of dwellings constructed between 1991 & 2001 320
Average number of persons per private household 3
4. Public Housing
The City has a hostel-type residence to accommodate 81 seniors, and 119 self-contained units for couples and singles. Two apartment buildings for seniors provide 139 suites. There are also 26 houses under a subsidized rental plan.
5. Seniors Housing - Life Lease Concept - Fairview Arms
Saskatchewan Housing Corporation and the City of Yorkton recently completed a fifty-suite apartment complex that targets low-modest income seniors. The project is based on the "life-lease" concept. Life-lease projects require that tenants invest financially (approximately $45,000) into their apartment. The tenant contribution is refunded should they choose to leave their unit at any time. The Province of Saskatchewan will act as landlord and guarantees the tenants' contribution.
Education
In 2004, enrolment was 2,070 for elementary schools, and 1,507 for high schools.
Elementary:
Public Schools
Columbia 320
Dr. Brass 160
M. C. Knoll 265 (French Immersion K-8)
Yorkdale Central 361
Separate (Roman Catholic) Schools
St. Alphonsus 180
St. Mary's 198
St. Michael's 310 (French Immersion K - 8)
St. Paul's 276
St. Michael's and M.C. Knoll Elementary Schools along with the Gloria Hayden Community Centre are housed under one roof. The project was the first in the province to incorporate the Public and Catholic School Divisions as well as the Municipal Government.
High Schools:
Yorkton Regional High School 1082
Sacred Heart High School 425
The Yorkton Catholic School Division has completed construction of a new high school to replace Sacred Heart High. Construction of the new high school (estimated cost $8 Million) commenced in 2001. The new school is located on Gladstone Avenue, north of the Yorkton Regional High School.
Post-Secondary Education:
Parkland Regional College (www.parklandcollege.sk.ca)
Among the many courses and training programs offered by Parkland Regional College, the College offers largest off campus University program of any Regional College in the province. Students can opt to take their first two years of university in Yorkton, then transfer to other programs and colleges at other universities.
Parkland Regional College also delivers a large selection of Technical Skills Training and works
closely with employers to ensure that training leads to employment and meets skill shortages in the Parkland region. All programs include a work placement component and industry recognized certifications wherever possible. Parkland Regional College offers a variety of literacy and academic study programs that can help adults get the certificate they need to get jobs or more training. Career Services at Parkland Regional College can be accessed and assessments on careers, education and training. Personal counselling services are provided to students currently enrolled in College programs. Parkland Regional College is one of nine Regional Colleges in the province with campuses in the following locations, Melville (Administration Center), Canora, Esterhazy, Fort Qu'Appelle and Yorkton.
A new Safety Training Centre on Smith St. W. offering specialized safety training, opened in September 2004.
Academy of Learning (www.academyol.com/)
Academy of Learning is a private vocational school that offers computer and business courses. A focus of the Yorkton school is certification in specialized courses developed by industry leaders such as Microsoft. In 2000, the Academy of Learning expanded into its new custom-designed premises on Palliser Way in Yorkton's new commercial district.
Health & Emergency Services
Yorkton is the main medical centre in the Sunrise Health District. Yorkton residents, as residents of Saskatchewan, enjoy one of the finest Medicare programs in the world, including programs for children, seniors, and others with special care requirements. Newcomers to Yorkton will have no difficulty finding excellent dentists, clinics, optometrists, chiropractors, physicians and surgeons to serve them. Yorkton Regional Health Centre has 108 acute care beds and 60 long-term beds, with 30 Physicians with hospital privileges. The attached Psychiatric Centre has a capacity of 24 beds.
The Sunrise Health District (SHD) has added a 10-slice computerized tomography (CT) scanner to its diagnostic capabilities. Approximately 3000 scans will be performed annually with the new equipment saving patients the time and expense of travel to larger centres. Funding for the new equipment came from the province's Medical and Diagnostic Equipment Fund and local donations.
A 160-bed nursing home serves residents of the hospital district. The Sunrise Health District carries out rigid inspection of food, milk, meat and refuse disposal. Attention is given to regular inspection of all food handlers, stores and shops, as well as the City's water supply. Region staff also inspect and grade eating establishments.
A new Multi-Purpose Healthcare Facility will be attached to the Yorkton and District Nursing Home and the Yorkton Regional Health Centre.
It will provide 93 new rooms for:
. long term care
. palliative care
. respite
. transitional and convalescence care
. expanded physiotherapy and occupational therapy programs
. a new dietary unit will provide the main meals to the nursing home, the hospital and the mental health centre
. a seniors' day care centre
. various support services, including a chapel
Construction started in 2004 with an expected opening in early 2005.
Emergency Services:
911 Service
A 911 system is in operation in Yorkton.
Police
Yorkton is policed by a city detachment of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), and is the district headquarters of the RCMP, including the Excise Branch, G.I.S. Branch, Identification, Provincial Police and Highway Patrol.
Fire Protection
The fire department consists of a Fire Chief, two Deputy Fire Chiefs, a permanent staff of fire fighters, and additional volunteers. The fleet includes a rescue truck and 50 foot aerial equipment.
Ambulance
In addition to the emergency response capabilities of the fire and police departments, Yorkton has a 24-hour emergency ambulance service
Culture and Recreation
The community is very active in organized sports, annual events, and casual indoor and outdoor recreational activities. There are a host of recreational opportunities for children and adults alike. Opportunities range from recreational classes and programs, sports teams, community groups and drop-in activities. Tourism Yorkton and the Leisure Services Department provide a comprehensive listing of current events and activities. For more information contact Leisure Service at 786-1750 or visit www.tourismyorkton.com - "Events and Attractions" page.
A. Culture:
The City's arts and culture organizations provide opportunities throughout the community to get involved in the various venues ranging from the performing to visual arts.
Godfrey Dean Cultural Centre
The home of a wide variety of cultural and artistic activities such as:
Godfrey Dean Art Gallery Inc. (www.deangallery.ca)
The Godfrey Dean Art Gallery curates exhibits and promotes the work of Provincial and National contemporary artists. Comprised of over 2,000 square feet of exhibit space between two galleries, new exhibits are installed every six weeks all the year through.
Yorkton Arts Council
(www.yorktonarts.ca)
Commitment to promoting the arts . " Stars for Saskatchewan Series" showcases productions ranging from ballet to jazz. Sunflower Arts and Crafts Show, held in September is one of the largest non-juried shows hosting the talents of craftspeople across the province and beyond.
Yorkton Short Film and Video Festival (www. yorktonshortfilm.org)
Held each April this internationally acclaimed event draws entries in short-film
production from across Canada and has become the "centre stage for the Canadian
film and video industry." This event is an All-Canadian competition for short film
and video productions. Seminars, workshops, guest speakers and appearances by
well-known actors and producers are part of the festival week which culminates in
the Golden Sheaf Awards Dinner.
Western Development Museum (www.wdmuseum.sk.ca)
One of four provincial museums in Saskatchewan, the Yorkton WDM houses artefacts and displays which tell the story of the province's development. A highlight of the year is the annual Threshermen's Show and Seniors Festival, with exhibits and activities that give it the true fun and excitement of a genuine country fair.
Other Cultural Activities
Folk dancing and the folk arts are encouraged by Yorkton's cultural organizations, especially the Ukrainian community, which is strongly represented. The richly decorated dome of St. Mary's Ukrainian Catholic Church, for example, is a tourist attraction for hundreds of visitors each year.
Yorkton school bands have won numerous awards, and have participated in events such as the Grey Cup and the Tournament of Roses Parade in California.
Libraries (www.parkland.lib.sk.ca)
The City of Yorkton completed the $885,000 renovation to the Yorkton Public Library early in 2005. The grand opening of the refurbished library is scheduled for March 2005. The Parkland Regional Library compliments the services for the city and region.
B. Recreation:
Yorkton Parks
A beautifully treed city, Yorkton boasts more than 30 parks and recreation areas throughout, offering many opportunities to enjoy the outdoors year round. Included are the neighbourhood parks with playgrounds, barbecue pits, tennis courts, benches, winter skating and pathways for leisurely strolls. Other more active areas have fastball and baseball diamonds, football, lacrosse and soccer, swimming and tanning. All easily accessible, the city parks are complimented by many school grounds with additional playground equipment. Future proposals for park developments are made possible through the volunteer work and generous donations of many service clubs and organizations working closely with the Leisure Services Department.
Yorkton Family Leisure /Parkland Agriplex Community Centre
Yorkton boasts one of the province's finest community leisure centres.
Existing amenities to the centre are an 8-sheet curling rink, hockey arena, 25-meter swimming pool, agricultural facilities, convention centre, lounges and meeting rooms.
The centre is being expanded and improved upon by a $20 million commitment by the City of Yorkton. Major additions to the facility include a flexi-hall and wave pool.
Spectator Sports
Each winter, the focus of community attention turns to the Yorkton Terriers of the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League. The Painted Hand Casino sponsors the World Curling Tour in early winter. Other spectator sports, such as baseball and football, are scheduled during the season.
Participation Sports
School programs encourage participation and provide instruction in recreation activities and sports including volleyball, basketball, football (senior grades), track and field, baseball and softball.
Community leagues, especially in hockey, are very active, with planned activities for sports enthusiasts of all ages and abilities. Other sports, such as figure skating and swimming, have nationally accredited coaches and organizations, which regularly plan clinics and competitions.
Golf Courses
Golfing is inexpensive and easily accessible in the region. Two of the most popular courses in Yorkton, both with grass greens, concession and pro-shops, are Deer Park Municipal Golf Course and York Lake Regional Golf Course. The city invested into Deer Park upgrades to prepare the facility for the 2000 Summer Games. Spiritwood Acres, located only minutes from the city, has expanded recently to challenge the golfing enthusiast. In the winter, these courses become popular trails for cross-country skiing.
Hunting and Fishing
Deer and game birds are plentiful near the city, with moose and elk further north. Qu'Appelle Valley Lakes, Good Spirit Lake and Madge Lake in the Duck Mountain Forest Preserve all have good fishing. Hundreds of lakes further north offer a "fisherman's paradise" within an easy half-day's drive.
Ravine Ecological Preserve
Featuring a recently completed 2.5-km interpretative trail with 20 stations explaining the natural history of
the ravine and surrounding habitat, it also boasts an arboretum area under ongoing development displaying both native and locally cultivated plant species.
Camping and Hiking
As with hunting and fishing (see above), the parkland environment that surrounds Yorkton is ideal for those who love to explore the outdoors. Canoeing, boating, hiking and cross-country skiing are popular pastimes. Many new year-round developments, especially in the provincial parks and larger lake areas, are easily accessible to Yorkton.
The provincial government annually publishes a complete listing of activities and facilities', including schedule and rates. The City of Yorkton operates a summer campground in a well-treed and supervised area within the city. York Lake Regional Park and Good Spirit Provincial Park offer a number of campsites within minutes of the city.
Conventions and Special Events
Yorkton has nine hotels/motels with a capacity in excess of 500 rooms, along with eleven meeting and convention facilities accommodating up to 1200 persons. The city's many annual events, such as the Yorkton Exhibition, attracts thousands of visitors each year.
C. Service Clubs and Organizations:
Rotary, Kinsmen, Lions, Optimist and A.C.T. are all active in community service. Other active clubs include Boy Scouts\Girl Guides, Big Brother\Big Sister, Golden Agers, Business and Professional Women's Club, Beta Sigma Phi and University Women's Club. Fraternal organizations and their auxiliaries include Army Navy & Airforce Veteran's, B.P.O.E., Knights of Columbus, Masons, U.C.T. and Royal Canadian Legion.
New members are welcomed by Tourism Yorkton and the Yorkton Chamber of Commerce. Both organizations have a number of committees and activities that encourage volunteer involvement.
Services
A. Shopping & Entertainment:
Yorkton has one major indoor shopping centre, several retail and service strip malls, along with numerous other stores, restaurants, lounges and theatres. At the centre of a large trading area, Yorkton is the location of many franchises and members of national chains. In total, there are approximately 170 retail stores, 8 banks (including credit unions) and more than 40 restaurants. Special events and sporting and cultural activities are listed in the "Culture and Recreation" section. There are almost 1000 businesses registered in the City of Yorkton.
B. Public Transportation:
Yorkton has a regular, scheduled bus service and privately owned taxis. Specially equipped transit vehicles serve the needs of the handicapped.
C. Churches:
Twenty-three churches, including those with all major religious denominations, hold regular services and activities for the residents of Yorkton and area.
D. Media:
Newspaper
Two local newspapers, the Yorkton This Week (www.yorktonthisweek.com), and the Yorkton News Review (www.yorktonnews.com) provide extensive local coverage. Daily newspapers also arrive from Regina, Saskatoon and Winnipeg, along with the national dailies, the Globe and Mail and the National Post.
Radio
CJGX 940 AM (www.gx94radio.com) Yorkton (50,000 watts) transmits a clear signal well in excess of a 150-mile radius. Yorkton's CFGW 94.1 The Fox FM (www.941thefox.com) began operation in the summer of 2001. Many other radio stations, including those from Regina and Saskatoon, can be received in the Yorkton area.
Television (www.ctv.ca)
CICC-TV (CTV affiliate), CKOS-TV (CBC affiliate), serves Yorkton and area. In addition, the major American networks and specialty channels are carried on a cable television service operated by Access Cable and Image Cable.
Municipal Government
A Mayor and six Councillors, each elected for a three-year term, govern the City of Yorkton.
Mayor Phil De Vos
Councillor Janet Hill
Councillor Bob Maloney
Councillor Les Arnelien
Councillor Randy Goulden
Councillor Chris Wyatt
Councillor Deb Schmidt
Administration:
City Manager: Wayne Jensen
City Clerk: Laurie-Anne Rusnak
City Treasurer: Lonnie Kaal
City Engineer
Director Planning & Eng: Jeff Humble
Director Leisure Services: Darcy Mcleod
Fire Chief: Dean Clarke
R.C.M.Police: S/Sgt. Gerry Gourlay
Property Manager:
City Solicitor: Rusnak, Balacko, Kachur & Rusnak
Auditors: Parker Quine
Economic Development: Good Spirit Regional Economic Development Authority Inc.
2001 Municipal Reserves $8,722,676
2001 Municipal Debt $4,667,441
Accumulated Surplus $3,385,857
Equity in Property Fund $4,485,945
Land Holdings $6,481,891
Contact Information
All phone numbers, unless otherwise indicated, have the Saskatchewan 306 area code.
City of Yorkton (www.yorkton.ca)
Main Switchboard 786-1700
Departments:
Economic Development 783-7332
Leisure Services 786-1750
Public Works & Engineering 786-1730
Good Spirit Regional Economic Development Authority
783-7332
www.goodspiritreda.com
Tourism Yorkton
783-8707
www.tourismyorkton.com
Downtown Business Association
782-2722
Yorkton Chamber of Commerce
783-4368
www.chamber.yorkton.sk.ca
Other Yorkton-based Contacts:
Human Resources Development Canada
1-800-206-7218
www.sk.hrdc-drhc.gc.ca
Canada Saskatchewan Career & Employment Services
786-1354
www.sasknetwork.ca
Parkland Regional College - Yorkton
783-6566
www.parklandcollege.sk.ca
Toll Free 1-866-783-6766
Sask Industry & Resources (Yorkton Region)
786-1415
www.ir.gov.sk.ca
Yorkton Arts Council
783-8722
www.yorktonarts.ca
Partners in Employment
782-0023
www.abilitiescouncil.sk.ca
Saskatchewan Abilities Council
782-2463
www.abilitiescouncil.sk.ca
Yorkton Tribal Council
786-7888
http://fpyktri.sasktelwebhosting.com/
Eastern Assiniboine Training & Employment
782-0494
Yorkton Multicultural Council
782-1270
Godfrey Dean Art Gallery
786-2992
www.deangallery.ca
School Divisions:
Yorkton Catholic School Division #86
783-8787
http://www.christtheteacher.ca/default.aspx?page=100
York School Division #36
786-5500
http://www.yrdsb.edu.on.ca/
Financial Institutions:
Bank of Montreal
782-8400
www.bmo.com
Scotiabank
783-8595
www.scotiabank.com
Business Development Bank of Canada
780-6478
www.bdc.ca
Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce
782-2408
www.cibc.com
Canadian Western Bank
782-1002
www.cwbank.com
Royal Bank of Canada
786-3200
www.royalbank.com
TD Canada Trust
786-4800
www.tdcanadatrust.com
Cornerstone Credit Union
783-9433
www.cornerstonecu.com
Utilities:
SaskEnergy
786-2399
www.saskenergy.com
SaskPower
1-888-757-6937
www.saskpower.com
SaskTel
1-800-727-5835
www.sasktel.com
Real Estate:
Century 21 Broadway Park Realty
782-2253
www.century21.com
Four Seasons Realty
783-1777
www.becquet.com/fourseasons
Royal LePage Realty
783-9404
www.royallepageyorkton.com
Re/Max Blue Chip Realty
783-6666
www.remaxyorkton.com