After last week’s defence of sunny Prairie winters, a fast-moving Alberta clipper arrives to remind Saskatchewan and Manitoba who’s really in charge—bringing sudden cold, sharp winds, and one of winter’s strangest nicknames. Depending on where it crosses the border, the same storm takes on far more dramatic names.
Vancouver gets about 1,938 hours of sunshine a year. Winnipeg gets roughly 2,353. Regina clocks in at 2,338 hours, Saskatoon at 2,268. One of the sunniest cities in Canada is Estevan with 2,404 hours.
Whatever happens next in Duck Lake, it’s clear that Prairie residents care deeply about their history, identity, and sense of place.
Using iNaturalist to snap photos of plants, insects, and animals, I’ve not only learned to identify local species but also contributed valuable data to scientific research.
Looking for a great place to stop for ice cream on the Prairies? Flatlander readers have recommendations.
School staff across Manitoba and Saskatchewan are facing escalating violence, from daily harassment to physical injuries.
This fur-trading behemoth had more power than some actual governments— signing treaties, raising armies, making war.
Flatlander readers were quick to point out that separatist talks are not good for the economy especially when Canada is facing an ongoing trade war with the U.S.
After 10 years of operations, the CMHR continues to be important.
A trade war will significantly impact Saskatchewan and Manitoba. Last year alone, Saskatchewan exported $27 billion worth of goods to the U.S., which accounts for 55 per cent of its total trade.
