Moose Jaw Court House

The Moose Jaw Court House is a provincial courthouse with red-brown hydraulic-pressed brick walls trimmed in Bedford stone located on Ominica Street West. The two-story structure houses original courtrooms, judicial chambers, administrative offices, a legal library, and basement detention cells.

Constructed between 1908 and 1909 by architects Darling and Pearson, it was Saskatchewan's first district court facility following the province's formation in 1905. This building represents an early institutional landmark for the newly established province.

The building displays carved stone decorations featuring Saskatchewan symbols throughout its Neo-Classical design. These decorative elements reflect the region's identity and can be seen in both the exterior and interior spaces.

The building functions as a heritage property open to exterior viewing where architectural details are clearly visible from the street. Visiting during business hours allows opportunities to learn more about the courthouse's ongoing judicial operations.

The structure exemplifies an early blending of hidden steel framework with classical exterior design, a construction approach that was innovative for Saskatchewan at the time. This combination of modern building techniques beneath traditional architectural appearance reflects progressive construction methods of the early 1900s.

Location: Moose Jaw

Inception: 1909

Architects: Darling and Pearson

GPS coordinates: 50.39370,-105.53700

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:47