Gravelbourg Saskatchewan Tourist Information
The Town of Gravelbourg is a small yet vibrant community of 1211 residents located in South Central Saskatchewan. Dubbed the ‘Cultural Gem of Saskatchewan’, thanks to its remarkable bilingual heritage, regal architecture and rich culture, Gravelbourg is A Touch of Europe on the Prairies.
The community was founded in 1906 with the arrival of the Gravel family, along with other French Canadian settlers from Quebec and the United States. Over the next few decades, Gravelbourg grew to become an important spiritual and educational centre. The legacy of the Roman Catholic Church is evident in the town’s most notable landmark, the Gravelbourg Religious Complex. This includes the former Convent of Jesus and Mary, the Bishop’s Residence, and the architecturally outstanding Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption. The Gravelbourg Religious Complex was declared a National Historic Site in 1995 and guided tours are available June through August.
Today’s Gravelbourg is a focal point for the surrounding prairie farming community. The town is an important regional service centre, with an integrated business sector including two newspapers, community radio and over 100 businesses spanning the retail, manufacturing and service sectors. The community retains a health, education and spirituality orientation with a regional hospital, three physicians, a dentist and several complementary health practitioners. Gravelbourg is well known for the historic College Mathieu which offers residential French education from grades 8 through 12, as well as providing secondary public educational services to adults through the community college on site. Elementary and secondary public education is also based in Gravelbourg and the community is pleased to host a campus of Cypress Hills Regional College
Located within a well-trafficked corridor in south-western Saskatchewan – Gravelbourg is just one hour away from Moose Jaw, Swift Current and the United States border. As a path for First Nations peoples many years ago, this region was also integrated into the Redcoat Trail of the 19th century. Gravelbourg is now a key link on the 21st century TransCanada Trail.
Visitors to the community can stroll down Main Street and visit the growing array of specialty shops that boast locally crafted as well as international gift items. Purchase a cappuccino at an outdoor café or drop into the Gravelbourg & District Museum - an institution that highlights the pivotal role of education, spirituality and health as ‘building blocks’ of communities.
Gravelbourg’s unique quality of life is one of many reasons to consider relocating to our community. Local residents enjoy modern recreational facilities, excellent educational services and all the amenities you may expect in a larger urban centre.
Our business sector has experienced a growth rate of 22% during the past two years (1998-2000) and we welcome all inquiries relating to residential or business development. We offer an abundance of serviced land and a local government that is committed to supporting and growing your business. If you are considering opening a business in Gravelbourg, please ask about the various incentives waiting to assist you in reaching your goals.
Be sure to include a visit to Gravelbourg in your southern Saskatchewan rendezvous and experience a Touch of Europe here on the beautiful Saskatchewan prairie. Events to keep in mind for 2001 are the first annual Summer Solstice Festival to be held June 21 through 23 – offering musical, dramatic and artistic presentations in Gravelbourg and surrounding communities. The second annual Mini Grand Prix also returns on August 3 & 4 - winding through the streets of the community in typical European racing fashion. Nearby Thomson Lake and Shamrock Park offer camping facilities plus swimming, golfing and other recreational activities. Stay at one of Gravelbourg’s local Hotels or drop into the Evergreen Manor, our newest bed and breakfast located in a former monastery.
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