Climate
For the current temperature in Gull Lake, visit
Environment Canada's Weather. For long term
averages, the
Weather Network provides excellent information on our
climate.
Canada uses the Celsius temperature scale, which means the
freezing point arrives at 0°C,
compared to 32° Fahrenheit. To convert Celsius, multiply the
temperature by 2 and add 32.
Canadian Holidays
New Year’s Day - January 1
Family Day - February 18
Good Friday - March 21
Victoria Day - May 19
Canada Day - July 1
Civic Holiday - August 4
Labour Day - September 1
Thanksgiving Day - October 13
Remembrance Day - November 11
Christmas Day - December 25
Boxing Day - December 26
Currency & Banking
Canada's money system is based on dollars
and cents. Visitors should consider exchanging their currency
into Canadian dollars at chartered banks and credit unions for
the best rate. Some banks may charge a transaction fee for this
service. Banking hours are Monday to Thursday, 9:30 am to 4 pm
and Friday from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm.
Hunting & Fishing Licenses
Saskatchewan Environment Ministry
administers hunting and fishing
licenses within Saskatchewan. Licensing requirements vary for
Saskatchewan residents, Canadian residents, and non-Canadian
residents. For more information, call (306) 787-2847.
Canada has strict laws on
the possession and use of firearms. Handguns and automatic
weapons
are prohibited. Visit
Canada Border Services Agency
for information on bringing firearms into Canada, or call them
toll free within Canada at 1-800-461-9999, and from outside
Canada (204) 983-3500 or (506) 636-5064.
Liquor Stores
Liquor may only be purchased from
Saskatchewan liquor store outlets. Wine and beer, however, can
be obtained at licensed cold beer and wine stores. The legal
minimum age to purchase liquor or participate in games of chance
in Saskatchewan is 19.
Health & Medical
Canadian hospitals and medical services are
among the world's best. Saskatchewan hospitals will
not refuse treatment to those requiring care, but to ensure
coverage, visitors to Canada should obtain travel health
insurance before leaving home.
Gull Lake doctors office: 247 Parker
Avenue(306) 672-4034
Cypress Regional Hospital (Swift Current):
2004 Saskatchewan Drive, (306) 778-9400.
Emergency care
Dial '911' for emergency service, including situations where an
ambulance is needed.

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