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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.
📣 REMINDER – Advertising Opportunity!There’s still time to reserve your advertising space in the 2027/2028 District of Katepwa Directory!Promote your business or services while connecting with residents and property owners throughout our community and beyond!⭐ Prime advertising spaces are limited and available on a first-come, first-choice basis!📅 Deadline: November 15, 2026📞 306-332-6645📧 office@katepwabeach.caDon't miss out! Scan the QR code on the poster below to access the advertising order form, or contact the District Office for more information.📣 Advertise in the 2027/2028 District Directory!We’re now accepting advertising from local businesses and service providers! It’s a great way to promote your business, showcase your services, and connect with residents and property owners throughout our community and beyond!⭐ Spaces are limited, so don’t delay!📞 306-332-6645📧 office@katepwabeach.ca📅 Deadline: November 15, 2026See the poster below for full details, and scan the QR code to download and print the advertising order form!
Digital Confidence Series - Workshop #1🚨 Spot the Scam: Staying Safe Online and on the PhoneOur first Digital Confidence Workshop is coming up on November 20!Scams are becoming harder to recognize, whether they arrive by email, text message, phone call, social media, or even through AI-generated voices and images.This practical workshop will help you learn how to recognize common warning signs, determine whether a message or call is legitimate, and know what to do if you think you may have encountered a scam.Topics will include:📱 Suspicious texts, emails and phone calls🏦 Bank, CRA, delivery and technical-support scams👪 Grandchild and family-emergency scams🤖 AI-generated voice and impersonation scams🛍️ Online shopping and Marketplace safety🔗 What to do if you click a suspicious link⚠️ How and where to report fraud📅 November 20⏰1 - 2:30pm🎟️ FREE to attend✅ Registration is required👥 Maximum 15 participantsNo advanced technical knowledge is required — just come ready to learn and ask questions!Participants are encouraged to bring their own phone, tablet, or laptop to follow along and get the most out of the workshop!📝 How to Register:Registration is quick and easy! Simply click the link below to complete our online registration form, or stop by the District Office to register in person.🔗 Registration Form: forms.gle/qLCg2ViYRSUaq5yN6📞 Questions? Contact the District Office at 306-332-6645 or email office@katepwabeach.ca.
💻 Katepwa Winter Digital Confidence SeriesWant to feel a little more confident using your phone, tablet, or computer?This winter, the District of Katepwa will be offering a FREE four-part Digital Confidence Workshop Series with facilitator Tracy Polis.These friendly, practical workshops are designed to help residents learn useful everyday technology skills, ask questions, and feel more comfortable using their devices. No advanced technical knowledge is required!📅 Upcoming Workshops:🔹 November 20 – Spot the Scam: Staying Safe Online and on the Phone🔹 January 15 – Lock Down Your Devices: A Guided Security Checkup🔹 February 19 – The Digital Tune-Up: Keeping Devices Working Well🔹 March 19 – Protecting Your Digital Life: Backups, Accounts & Digital LegacyEach workshop will include practical information, demonstrations, time for questions, and hands-on learning.✅ Registration is required.Space is limited to 15 participants per workshop, so be sure to register early!There is no cost to attend, and participants are encouraged to bring their own phone, tablet, or laptop to follow along and get the most out of each workshop!Watch our Facebook page for more information about each upcoming workshop!
💲INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY💲Exciting news! The District of Katepwa is pleased to share the launch of the Building Katepwa Together Fund, established in partnership with the Saskatchewan Community Foundation (@saskatchewanfoundation)!Your Mayor and Council know that our community is more than a place on the map. It is a community where multi-generational families gather, memories are made, and sustainability matters. The Building Katepwa Together Fund provides an opportunity for residents, property owners, businesses, and everyone who loves Katepwa to contribute to the future of our community. Every contribution, big or small, is an opportunity to make a lasting impression. Whether Katepwa is where you live year-round, spend your summers, or hold special memories, this is an opportunity to give back to a place that means so much to so many. 🏅Help us build Katepwa's future, together!🏅Learn more about the fund by visiting our story page: saskfoundation.ca/funds/building-katepwa-together-fund/Ready to donate? View the giving page: cfss.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/fund?funit_id=3856Let's invest in tomorrow!
Reminder! Submit you photos by November 16! If necessary, a tie breaking vote will be posted!📸 District Directory Cover Page ContestWe’re 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 — 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.👍 Don’t have a photo to enter? Help us choose the cover by liking your favourite submission in the comments!We’re looking forward to seeing Katepwa through your lens!
📣 Advertise in the 2027/2028 District Directory!We’re now accepting advertising from local businesses and service providers! It’s a great way to promote your business, showcase your services, and connect with residents and property owners throughout our community and beyond!⭐ Spaces are limited, so don’t delay!📞 306-332-6645📧 office@katepwabeach.ca📅 Deadline: November 15, 2026See the poster below for full details, and scan the QR code to download and print the advertising order form!
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🍂 Thanksgiving Holiday Reminder 🦃The District Office is closed today, Monday, October 12, for Thanksgiving.Regular office hours will resume tomorrow, Tuesday, October 13, along with garbage collection. 🗑️Wishing everyone a Happy Thanksgiving! 🍁
🍂 Office Closure – ThanksgivingThe District Office will be closed Monday, October 12, for Thanksgiving.Regular office hours will resume Tuesday, October 13, along with garbage collection. 🗑️Wishing everyone a safe and Happy Thanksgiving! 🍁
🗑️ 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.⏰ To ensure your garbage is not missed, please have it at the curb no later than 6:00 a.m. on collection days.📅 Thanksgiving Schedule Reminder:With Monday being a statutory holiday, garbage collection will take place on Tuesday next week.Thank you for your cooperation!
✅ 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.
💉 Upcoming Vaccination Clinics!Walk-in and pop-up vaccination clinics are coming up in Fort Qu’Appelle, Indian Head, and Balcarres!Check the poster for dates, times, and locations!
📸 District Directory Cover Page ContestWe’re 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 — 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.👍 Don’t have a photo to enter? Help us choose the cover by liking your favourite submission in the comments!We’re looking forward to seeing Katepwa through your lens!
⚠️ 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.
🧡 Office Closure tomorrow – 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.
🎉 We Have a Winning Flag Design! 🎉Thank you to everyone who took the time to vote and share your input in our community flag survey. We’re pleased to announce that this is the design selected by the community! 🏳️Please 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.We’re excited to see this community-selected design come to life and look forward to sharing the completed flag with you once it’s ready!
🌳 Time to Prune Your Elm Trees! 🌳The 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:✂️ Prune dead or damaged branches🌳 Check your elm trees for signs of disease🪵 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 Environment’s 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.
🌳 Sandy Beach Survey Results 🌳Thank 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. 🌲🌿
💻 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!📅 Wednesday, September 16⏰ 7:00 PM CST💻 Online🎤 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 WCOWMA’s 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. They’ll 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!
🀄 Mahjong is back!Join us every Monday from 1:00–3:00 PM starting October 5, 2026.Whether you’re a regular player or just looking for a fun way to spend the afternoon, come out and enjoy a few games and good company!📅 Mondays⏰ 1:00–3:00 PM📍 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!👉https://forms.gle/W7se6d4FuPhsUAe7A
💧 Coming Up Next Week – Septic Awareness Week!September 14–18 is Septic Awareness Week — 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:✅ Better understand your septic system✅ Properly operate and maintain it✅ Protect your investment✅ Help preserve our groundwaterRegistration is free — click a link to register:-Sept 15 ➡ WCOWMA-BC : us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_XSmh7AxaTSubv3zPIvPsXg#/registration-Sept 15 ➡MOWMA : us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_h6vrn_LcQBaeQ69nj_skVg#/registration-Sept 16 ➡ SOWMA : us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_PrsB8X4nQES2eigyW4YIUw#/registration-Sept 17 ➡ AOWMA : us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_lyOxnbxETkW5BfMLjiZEzQ#/registrationA little septic sense can go a long way! 💧
⏳There are still a few days left to cast your vote for the District of Katepwa’s Municipal flag! 🗳️Take a look at the four designs and vote for your favorite by scanning the QR code.Don’t miss your chance to have a say in our new municipal flag! 💙
🗑️ 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.
📢 Reminder: We are closed today for Labour Day.🗑️ Garbage collection will take place tomorrow, Tuesday.
📢 Labour Day WeekendThe District Office will be closed for Labour Day, with regular hours resuming Tuesday.🗑️ Garbage collection will also take place on Tuesday.Have a safe and enjoyable long weekend!
Back to School is here! 🎒🏫🎓Get 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.👉 katepwabeach.ca/2. Place Your OrderFill out the order form to select your items, sizes, colours, logos, and customizations.👉 forms.gle/LPskZY5P5npLjsew7