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Resort Village of the District of Katepwa
(opens in a new tab)The District of Katepwa is a thriving resort village in the beautiful Qu'Appelle Valley approximately 95 km North-East of Regina, SK. Throughout the District, there are a number of amenities including golf courses, trail networks, parks, and beaches.
π Thanksgiving Holiday Reminder π¦The District Office is closed today, Monday, October 12, for Thanksgiving.Regular office hours will resume tomorrow, Tuesday, October 13, along with garbage collection. ποΈWishing everyone a Happy Thanksgiving! π
π Office Closure β ThanksgivingThe District Office will be closed Monday, October 12, for Thanksgiving.Regular office hours will resume Tuesday, October 13, along with garbage collection. ποΈWishing everyone a safe and Happy Thanksgiving! π
ποΈ Garbage Collection ReminderWith seasonal traffic now significantly reduced, our Public Works crew is able to complete garbage collection routes much quicker than during the busy summer months. This means pickup times may be earlier than residents have become accustomed to.β° To ensure your garbage is not missed, please have it at the curb no later than 6:00 a.m. on collection days.π
Thanksgiving Schedule Reminder:With Monday being a statutory holiday, garbage collection will take place on Tuesday next week.Thank you for your cooperation!
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Website & Email Restored!Our website and email services are back up and running!Thank you for your patience and understanding while we worked to resolve the issue. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.
π Upcoming Vaccination Clinics!Walk-in and pop-up vaccination clinics are coming up in Fort QuβAppelle, Indian Head, and Balcarres!Check the poster for dates, times, and locations!
πΈ District Directory Cover Page ContestWeβre looking for a great local photo to feature on the cover of the next District of Katepwa Directory!To enter, post your photo in the comments on this Facebook post. Once submissions are in, the photo with the most likes/reactions will be selected as the winning cover photo.Photos can feature anything that captures what makes Katepwa special β the lake, scenery, wildlife, recreation, trails, community events, sunsets, or another favourite view of the area.A few things to keep in mind:- Photos must be posted in the comments of this original post to be entered.- One photo per comment, please.- Photos should be high resolution and suitable for printing.- Photos must be taken within the District of Katepwa or clearly represent the Katepwa area.- Please include your name and, if possible, the location or a short description of the photo.- By submitting a photo in the comments, you grant the District of Katepwa permission to use the photo in the Directory and for other District communications, publications, social media, website, and promotional materials. The District reserves the right to use any submitted photo, whether or not it is selected as the winning cover photo.- The photo with the most likes/reactions as of Nov 16 @ 3:30pm will be the winner.π Donβt have a photo to enter? Help us choose the cover by liking your favourite submission in the comments!Weβre looking forward to seeing Katepwa through your lens!
β οΈ Website & Email Currently UnavailablePlease be advised that our website and email services are currently down.If you require an immediate response, please contact the District Office directly by phone, 306-332-6645.We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience while the issue is being resolved. We will provide an update once services are restored.
𧑠Office Closure tomorrow β National Day for Truth and ReconciliationPlease be advised that the District Office will be closed on Wednesday, September 30, in recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.Regular office hours will resume on Thursday, October 1.
π We Have a Winning Flag Design! πThank you to everyone who took the time to vote and share your input in our community flag survey. Weβre pleased to announce that this is the design selected by the community! π³οΈPlease note that the image shown is not the final finished version. We are currently working with a graphic designer to refine the lake image and improve some of the visual details.The overall flag design, layout, colours, and concept will remain the same, the goal is simply to refine the lake image, give the design a more polished and professional finish, and ensure the final flag is fully print-ready.Weβre excited to see this community-selected design come to life and look forward to sharing the completed flag with you once itβs ready!
π³ Time to Prune Your Elm Trees! π³The provincial elm tree pruning ban has now been lifted, which means residents can once again prune their elm trees.The annual pruning ban runs from April 1 to August 31 to help prevent the spread of Dutch elm disease. During this time, elm bark beetles are most active and can be attracted to fresh cuts on elm trees.Now is a good time to:βοΈ Prune dead or damaged branchesπ³ Check your elm trees for signs of diseaseπͺ΅ Properly dispose of elm wood and branchesTaking care of our elm trees helps protect them and reduces the spread of Dutch elm disease throughout our community.For more information, visit the Saskatchewan Ministry of Environmentβs Dutch Elm Disease information page: www.saskatchewan.ca/business/agriculture-natural-resources-and-industry/forestry/forest-health/du...
Please be advised that the landfill will be closed on Saturday. Thank you for your understanding.
π³ Sandy Beach Survey Results π³Thank you to everyone who took the time to participate in the Sandy Beach Tree Planting Survey. We received 82 responses, with 85.4% of respondents indicating support for some form of tree planting within Sandy Beach.The written comments also provided valuable direction. Common themes included preserving the open green space for recreation, considering tree planting around the perimeter and along suitable roadside areas, carefully selecting tree and shrub species, and maintaining existing trees. We appreciate the thoughtful feedback provided by residents. The survey results and comments will help inform discussions and planning for the Sandy Beach area.Thank you again to everyone who shared their input. π²πΏ
π» Want to Learn More About Your Septic System?As part of Septic Awareness Week, a FREE Septic Sense webinar is being offered for Saskatchewan homeowners tomorrow!π
Wednesday, September 16β° 7:00 PM CSTπ» Onlineπ€ Includes a presentation and live Q&A with industry expertsLearn about best practices for operating and maintaining your septic system and get answers to your septic questions.Registration information is available through WCOWMAβs Septic Awareness Week webpage, or click here to sign up: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_PrsB8X4nQES2eigyW4YIUw#/registration#SepticAwarenessWeek #SepticSense #Saskatchewan
Parkland Valley Sport, Culture & Recreation District is accepting nominations for their Recognizing Volunteers Together initiative. Theyβll recognize one outstanding volunteer in each of three categories: Sport, Culture and Recreation, with each recipient having the opportunity to designate an eligible organization or program to receive $500 in funding support. parklandvalley.ca/volunteer-recognition-initiative/Do you know someone within our municipality that deserves to be recognized? Nominate them by September 30, 2026!
π Mahjong is back!Join us every Monday from 1:00β3:00 PM starting October 5, 2026.Whether youβre a regular player or just looking for a fun way to spend the afternoon, come out and enjoy a few games and good company!π
Mondaysβ° 1:00β3:00 PMπ Katepwa Library
The final order deadline is fast approaching! Be sure to place your order by September 17 to get your Back to School merch!πhttps://forms.gle/W7se6d4FuPhsUAe7A
π§ Coming Up Next Week β Septic Awareness Week!September 14β18 is Septic Awareness Week β a great reminder for homeowners to better understand, care for, and maintain their onsite septic systems.Join a FREE online webinar today and learn more about properly caring for and maintaining your septic system!Learn how to:β
Better understand your septic systemβ
Properly operate and maintain itβ
Protect your investmentβ
Help preserve our groundwaterRegistration is free β click a link to register:-Sept 15 β‘ WCOWMA-BC : us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_XSmh7AxaTSubv3zPIvPsXg#/registration-Sept 15 β‘MOWMA : us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_h6vrn_LcQBaeQ69nj_skVg#/registration-Sept 16 β‘ SOWMA : us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_PrsB8X4nQES2eigyW4YIUw#/registration-Sept 17 β‘ AOWMA : us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_lyOxnbxETkW5BfMLjiZEzQ#/registrationA little septic sense can go a long way! π§
β³There are still a few days left to cast your vote for the District of Katepwaβs Municipal flag! π³οΈTake a look at the four designs and vote for your favorite by scanning the QR code.Donβt miss your chance to have a say in our new municipal flag! π
ποΈ Garbage Collection UpdatePlease be advised that not all garbage will be collected today due to North Valley Waste Management being closed.Any garbage not collected today will be picked up tomorrow.Thank you for your patience and understanding.
π’ Reminder: We are closed today for Labour Day.ποΈ Garbage collection will take place tomorrow, Tuesday.
π’ Labour Day WeekendThe District Office will be closed for Labour Day, with regular hours resuming Tuesday.ποΈ Garbage collection will also take place on Tuesday.Have a safe and enjoyable long weekend!
Back to School is here! ππ«πGet your Katepwa back-to-school merch, including clothing, duffle bags, and water bottles!Order by September 17!HOW TO ORDER1. Browse the CatalogBrowse the catalog on our website to view available options, styles, colours, logos, customizations, and pricing.π katepwabeach.ca/2. Place Your OrderFill out the order form to select your items, sizes, colours, logos, and customizations.π forms.gle/LPskZY5P5npLjsew7
β οΈ Beach Advisory Update β KatepwaPlease be aware that Katepwa is included in the latest Saskatchewan beach advisory update.Residents and visitors are encouraged to review the current advisory information before heading to the beach and to follow any posted signage or public health guidance.For the latest information, visit:π sasklakes.ca/beaches/
π Thereβs still time to get your Katepwa back-to-school merch! πWhether youβre looking for new clothing, a duffle bag, water bottle, or some fresh Katepwa gear for fall, make sure to get your order in!π LIMITED TIME OFFER: The first 10 orders receive 15% OFF!Browse the catalogue for available styles, colours, logos, customizations, and pricing π katepwabeach.ca/Then complete the order form to place your order here π forms.gle/vs2ELS1Hsqspng4D7 Donβt miss out!π LIMITED TIME OFFER! πFIRST 10 ORDERS GET 15% OFF!Get your Katepwa back-to-school merch, including clothing, duffle bags, and water bottles!HOW TO ORDER:1. Browse the Catalog!Browse the catalog on our website to view available options, styles, colours, logos, customizations, and pricing.π katepwabeach.ca/2. Place Your Order!Fill out the order form to select your items, sizes, colours, logos, and customizations.π forms.gle/vs2ELS1Hsqspng4D7
Vote for Katepwaβs Municipal Flag! Help choose the design that will represent our community! HOW TO VOTE:Scan the QR code or click the link below to cast your vote!π forms.gle/FfVZtACQEaBunwr8AVoting closes September 11, 2026.
πΎ A friendly reminder for all dog owners!We appreciate everyone who helps keep our community clean. Please take a moment to be mindful when using the dog bag stations and help us keep them available for the community.Thank you for being a responsible pet owner! πΆ
π Reminder to order your Back to School Clothing! πShow your Katepwa pride this school year with custom District clothing! Choose from a variety of items, colours, sizes, and logo placements to create your perfect look.π³ Please note: Payment must be received before orders will be processed.Payment options include:β’ E-transferβ’ In person at the District Officeβ’ By mailOrders will be available for pickup at the District Office once they are ready.Donβt miss your chance to order your Katepwa gear for the school year!π§ [office@katepwabeach.ca](mailto:office@katepwabeach.ca)π 306-332-6645
π πππππβπ πππ πππ β πππππππ ππππ! πWeβre ready to go, and now all we need is YOU! Grab the kids, round up your friends and come enjoy a morning on the Trans Canada Trail. π²βοΈπ πππππ: Breese Park (South End)β° π:ππ ππ β ππ:ππ πππ π
πππππ: Sandy BeachπΆ Walkπ² BikeπΌ RollerbladeπΊ Golf cart or other slow-moving transportationComplete the checkpoints along the way and youβll be entered into our random prize draws for some great prizes! π Remember, this may be called a βrace,β but thereβs no prize for finishing first. Take your time, have some fun and enjoy the trail!βοΈ πππβπ π
πππππ! The first 40 people to arrive at Breese Park to start the challenge will receive a FREE Trans Canada Trail branded one-size-fits-all sunhat!πΈ ππ ππππ ππ πππ ππππ ππππππππ!Snap some photos as you make your way along the trail, tackle the checkpoints and enjoy the day. Share your pictures with us in the comments on this post! Weβd love to see the Amazing Race through your eyes. π·π²π Once you reach Sandy Beach, stick around and fuel up with the Lions BBQ starting at 11:30 AM!π¨βπ©βπ§βπ¦ This is a family-friendly event and EVERYONE is welcome!β οΈ Please remember that this is a shared walking trail, not a racetrack. Keep speeds low, watch for others and remember that dirt bikes are prohibited.πππ πππ ππ πππ πππππ! ππ²And donβt forget those pictures! πΈπ
π π πππ ππ ππ β ππππππππ ππ πππ πππ! πThe checkpoints are getting ready, the prizes are waiting, and tomorrow morning weβll see you at Breese Park for the Amazing Race! π²Hereβs your last-minute rundown:π
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πππππ: πππππ ππππππΆ Walk itπ² Bike itπΌ Rollerblade itπΊ Golf cart or use another slow-moving mode of transportationRemember, despite the name, this isnβt about who finishes first! Complete the checkpoints at your own pace, enjoy the trail and get yourself entered into the random prize draws. πAnd there are LOTS of prizes up for grabs β District hoodies, T-shirts, mugs, metal art, Friends of the Trail prizes, plus a few surprises along the way!βοΈ πππβπ π
πππππ: The first 40 people to arrive at Breese Park to start the challenge will receive a FREE Trans Canada Trail branded one-size-fits-all sunhat!π¨βπ©βπ§βπ¦ Bring the kids, bring your friends and make a morning of it. Everyone is welcome!π Once you reach Sandy Beach, stick around! The Lions BBQ starts at 11:30 AM, so you can fuel up and join us in celebrating the completion of the Trans Canada Trail paving and the beautification of Sandy Beach.β οΈ Please remember that this is a shared walking trail. Keep speeds LOW, watch for pedestrians and other trail users, and remember that dirt bikes are prohibited.ππππππππ ππ ππππ! πβ¦well, sort of. π Take your time, have some fun, and weβll see you on the trail! π²π²