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by Strong Eagle » Thu, 19 Feb 2009 10:41 pm
I'm a Canadian... born in Vancouver, raised in Calgary... spent many summer months with my uncle in Saskatchewan. They lived in a tiny town called Kamsack.
Having said that: Saskatchewan is flat... it is the breadbasket of Canada... much grain growing. It is a poor part of the country. There are a number of migrant groups in Saskatchewan, with large numbers of Russian, Ukraine, and other immigrants who fled the Communist takeover in Russia.
So, on the one hand you need to realize that Saskatoon is sort of an epicentre, a town of major size, relatively speaking. There is an interesting culture and history. You _could_ become involved in local events, everything from celebrating cultural heritage... including 3 day traditional Russian weddings to 'modern' events like rodeo, to Saskatoon's and Saskatchewan's efforts to build the community.
OTOH, it's a small town. There isn't much besides Saskatoon, Regina, and a LOT of open space. You will be living in a relatively undeveloped area... good schools... sure.
Winters in Canada can be bitterly cold, especially on the prairie. OTOH, you deal with it... school was only canceled when temperatures reach minus 30 F. First frost in September, last snow in April... long winters. But wonderful spring, excellent summer, good fall, Indian summer to die for.
If you are used to big city and all the amenities, and insist on same in Saskatoon, you will be disappointed. Make a move with the idea that you will meet many interesting people, in a land that is mostly unoccupied and you'll have a great time.