Yorkton

Yorkton is a city in Saskatchewan where Highways 9 and 16 intersect, spreading across land covered by aspen parkland. The terrain features black calcareous soil typical of east-central Saskatchewan.

The York Farmers Colonization Company founded the settlement in 1882 near Little Whitesand River. It gained town status in 1894 and became an important center in the region.

The Yorkton Film Festival has drawn filmmakers since 1947 and grown into a major gathering point for Canadian short films. The city earned its reputation as an important hub for film culture across the country.

The city connects to major routes through its municipal airport and railroad services from Canadian National and Canadian Pacific Railways. This makes it straightforward to reach other parts of the province.

Winter temperatures drop far below freezing while summers become quite warm, creating dramatic seasonal shifts. This shapes how residents and visitors experience the place throughout the year.

Location: Saskatchewan

Inception: July 15, 1894

Elevation above the sea: 500 m

Part of: Central Saskatchewan

Shares border with: Melville

Website: http://yorkton.ca

GPS coordinates: 51.21205,-102.46124

Latest update: December 19, 2025 23:39