Yorkton Attractions

Visits to the interesting Foam Lake Museum Association in Foam Lake (population 1443) are by arrangement only.

Foam Lake Heritage Marsh, a 1620 ha (4000 acre) area of wetland surrounded by hills about 7 km (41/2 mi.) to the north-west, is an excellent place for observing water birds

Gallagher Centre Water Park in Yorkton features a wave pool, whirlpool, lazy river, two storey waterslide, 25 metre pool, sauna and steam rooms. This is an indoor facility that can be enjoyed year round. The center also hosts a variety of programs including lessons.

Also rewarding is a visit to the remarkable St Mary's Ukrainian Catholic Church, the first brick-built Ukrainian church in Canada. The 21 m (69 ft) high dome is decorated with outstanding paintings (1939 and 1941) by Steven Meush.

Along the road in Verigin (population 128) an interesting stop can be made at the Doukhobor Heritage Village. Among the nine buildings are a completely original turn-of-the-century gentleman's residence and older houses reflecting the lifestyle and customs of the Doukhobour pioneers. The career of their leader Peter Verigin is also charted in considerable detail. Other things to see include a brick oven, bath house, prayer house, museum, administration buildings, barns, a blacksmith's forge and farming implements.

The Yorkton Arts Council (in the Godfrey Dean Cultural Center) exhibits work by local artists.

The York Arts Council presents both visual and performing arts, including conerts. One of the important events hosted by the Council is Snowflower, an annual art and craft show held in the early fall.

The Yorkton Short Film and Video Festival is an annual, internationally acclaimed festival, held each year in late May. In addition to films, workshops are also held throughout the festival, along with other entertaining events.

Yorkton's Western Development Museum - Story of the People is full of interest, vividly illustrating the history and traditions of Canada's immigrant population.