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Welcome to Watson Online.
Watson is located in central Saskatchewan at the junction of two major highways, #5 and #6, of which #6 is on the CAN-AM International Highway Route from Northern Saskatchewan into the United States. Watson is the hub of the Great Plains and the Industrial Crossroads of Saskatchewan.
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Recreation and Sport
Watson is situated within minutes of excellent waterfowl hunting at the Quill Lakes which is part of the Mississippi Migratory Bird Flyway, famed for it’s abundance of waterfowl and upland game. Within easy driving distance are several lakes with excellent fishing and camping facilities.
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Location, location, location...
The town boasts its central location with mileage from Watson: to Saskatoon 154 km; to Prince Albert 181 km; to Regina 200 km; to the Manitoba border 201 km; to Yorkton 203 km; to Winnipeg 657 km; to Edmonton 672 km; to the United States border 356 km.
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Business
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Santa Claus Day Schedule
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A little about Watson
because we just love to tell the world...
Watson is located at the junction of two major highways in east central Saskatchewan. Our world class location offers ease of transportation to international markets by Highways #5 and #6, as well as the CNR and CPR railways.
We are in the heart of a major rural industrial area.
Grain and livestock make up the core of our strong agricultural base. A variety of agricultural services and supplies are readily available.
Watson is an exceptional town in which to raise a family with many recreational activities.
The local area provides plentiful opportunities for hunting, fishing, and outdoor activities. We have easy access to a wide range of lakes and provincial parks.
Mayor's Message
Welcome to the Town of Watson, “Home of the Original Santa Claus Day”.
We are very proud of the wide variety of businesses and services our
town has to offer!
Recreation facilities include an arena, numerous ball diamonds, and McNab Regional Park complete with campgrounds, a swimming pool and beautiful 9 hole grass green golf course. There is also a museum, bowling lanes and many other amenities.
The modern health clinic, public housing and Quill Plains Centennial Lodge special care home provide social and health care for all ages.
A concentration of successful manufacturing and service industries are located in Watson and nearby communities providing employment and economic stimulus to the entire area. The town is also fortunate to be home to a full complement of trades.
Watson is preparing for the expansion of the potash industry in the area. Reasonably priced, newly developed residential lots are available. We are looking forward to an exciting future for the Town of Watson. Come for a visit or give us a call to see what Watson can offer you!
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