Rural Municipality of Paddockwood

07/30/2026

Employment opportunity with the Rural Municipality of Paddockwood! 🚜

We are currently seeking a Term Equipment Operator to join our team. Head over to the website for full details and application instructions:

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The RM of Paddockwood No. 520 is seeking a skilled, reliable, and hardworking Equipment Operator to join our public works team on a term basis.

07/28/2026

Notice of Office Closure

Please be advised that the Rural Municipality will be closed on:
• Friday, July 31st
• Monday, August 3rd (Public Holiday)

Regular office hours will resume on Tuesday, August 4th.

If you have an urgent inquiry or emergency during this time, please reach out to your Division Councillor. Their contact information can be found on our website.

We hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable long weekend!

07/20/2026

For those of you who experienced 2026 spring flooding. PDAP will be holding an information session to assist with your application.

07/20/2026

🚧 NOTICE OF CONSTRUCTION: Expect Delays 🚧

Please be advised that there will be ongoing road work on the Baseline Grid between Highway 2 and Highway 120 (TWP Road 530)**, just west of the Garden River Bridge.

Timeline: Starting today and continuing over the next few days.

Traffic Impact: The road remains open to traffic, but motorists should expect delays.

Please slow down, watch for heavy equipment and crew members, and drive with extra caution through the work zone.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we continue to work on spring flooding final repairs.

07/20/2026

☀️ Community Safety Reminder: ATV & Golf Cart Riding ☀️

We want everyone to enjoy our beautiful subdivisions, but the RM has received several reports about youth riding unsafely. This includes overcrowding (up to 8 kids on a golf cart), passengers falling off, and riding without helmets or licences. This has resulted in some very concerning close calls.

To keep our kids safe, please ensure your family and guests follow these rules:

🛞 All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) - RM Bylaw No. 3-2023

* Licencing: Drivers on subdivision roads must hold a valid driver’s licence. Youth aged 12–15 may ride only under direct adult supervision or if they have completed an approved safety course. Children under 12 are not permitted to ride on municipal property.

* Passengers & Gear: Only carry passengers if the vehicle was designed for them. Helmets and eye protection are legally mandatory for everyone on board.

* Registration: All ATVs on municipal land must display a valid RM registration plate.

⛳ Golf Carts - Provincial Jurisdiction (SGI)

* SGI Regulations: Golf carts are not permitted on public roads under our municipal bylaws and fall strictly under provincial jurisdiction.

Please note that vehicle owners can be held legally liable for offences or damages. The RCMP have the authority to issue fines or impound vehicles operated in a hazardous manner.

Thank you for actively supervising your youth, securing your vehicle keys, and helping keep Paddockwood safe for everyone this summer!

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07/17/2026

******UPDATE*****
Interested in fiber internet for your area? Let RFNow know!

We’ve received a few questions regarding whether specific parts of the RM will be included in the upcoming installation.

While some areas may not be in the immediate build plan, demonstrating local demand can directly influence RFNow’s future expansion plans. If you would like to see service extended to your area, please give them a call to express your interest!


Notice to Residents: Fibre Optic Internet Infrastructure Installation

The Rural Municipality has recently received inquiries from ratepayers regarding the construction crews working along local roads. We would like to provide the following information regarding this project to clarify who is operating in the area and why.

RFNow Inc. is currently installing underground fibre optic lines in select areas throughout the RM to establish high-speed internet infrastructure.

Key Information for Ratepayers:

Federal Funding: RFNow received grant funding through the Federal Government's Universal Broadband Fund, which targets rural and underserved areas. Because the main infrastructure build is federally subsidized, they are able to offer the direct connection (the "fibre drop") to the property line at no cost during the initial construction phase.

Future Installation Costs: The installation is only free while crews and heavy equipment are actively working in the area. Ratepayers who decline the connection now but change their minds in the future will be responsible for the full installation and trenching costs out of pocket.

Property Value: Having modern fibre infrastructure physically connected to a property line is considered a permanent utility upgrade, which generally enhances long-term property value.

Company Status: RFNow is a completely independent, legitimate telecommunications company based out of Western Canada. They are not affiliated with SaskTel.

RM Authorization: The RM Council has granted RFNow permission to install their infrastructure within the RM’s managed Right-of-Ways to allow interested residents the opportunity to access enhanced connectivity.

Below is information provided by RFNow if you wish to talk to them about installation:

⏳ Still thinking about signing up for your fiber drop?
Now’s the time! RFNOW will finalize plans soon, and we want all residents to have the chance to connect to fiber Internet for FREE.
Learn more or register online at:
🔗 https://www.rfnow.com/its-about-time
📞 1 888 852 3631

Discover how RFNOW is bridging the digital divide with fast, reliable fiber Internet for rural Saskatchewan.

07/07/2026

📢 Message to Residents: Help Secure Our Community’s Future – Complete Your 2026 Census!

The RM of Paddockwood No. 520 is reaching out to residents to emphasize the importance of completing the 2026 Census.

Currently, Statistics Canada is experiencing low response rates in our local area.

Why does this matter to us?

The Census directly shapes our community's future. Data collected is used to calculate per-capita grants, which secures our fair share of federal and provincial funding. This funding directly impacts the vital services, local infrastructure, and road networks our residents rely on every day.

Crucially, accurate census data benefits our municipal budget and planning in several key ways:

Lower Local Taxes: Securing these external grant funds maximizes our municipal revenue from federal and provincial governments, which helps reduce the financial burden on our ratepayers and allows us to keep our local property taxes lower.

Conditional Grant Eligibility: Many specialized provincial and federal funding programs require precise regional data; having an accurate population count ensures we qualify for these conditional grants to fund targeted community projects.

Proper Municipal Planning: Accurate figures allow the RM to properly plan for long-term infrastructure, emergency services, and community development based on the real needs of our actual population.

Official follow-up activities are currently underway. To ensure our community gets its full support—and to prevent further outreach at your home or on your phone—please take a few minutes to complete your form using one of these official methods:

Online (Fastest & Secure): Enter your 16-digit access code at the Statistics Canada Census Portal.

By Phone: Call the official Census Help Line at 1-833-852-2026 to complete it directly with an agent. (For TTY hearing/speech-impaired service, call 1-833-830-3109).

In Person: You can complete the form right at your doorstep with the assistance of a field worker.

By Mail: Complete and mail back the paper questionnaire if one was dropped off at your home.

How to Safely Verify Official Census Workers

We understand that security and privacy are top priorities for our ratepayers. You can easily verify legitimate Statistics Canada communications:

At the Door: Every official Census worker carries a photo identification card issued by Statistics Canada. You have every right to ask to see this ID before interacting.

On the Phone: Legitimate Census calls from Statistics Canada will display "GOC / GDC" on your caller ID.

Thank you for your cooperation and for doing your part to support the RM of Paddockwood!

06/23/2026

LAND FOR SALE BY TENDER
The Rural Municipality of Paddockwood No. 520
The Rural Municipality of Paddockwood No. 520 is offering the following property for sale by tender.

Property Information
Legal Description: SW 28-54-24-W2 (consisting of L*D 3-28-54-24-2 Ext 1, NW L*D 4-28-54-25-2 Ext 2, L*D 4-28-54-24-2 Ext 3, L*D 6-28-54-24-2 Ext 4)

Size: Approximately 89.61 acres

Land Assessment: $29,000

2026 Levy: $652.77

Property Map: A map of the parcel may be viewed here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Co7j1Lc5QWEwDQnd9

Important Property Conditions:

Access to the parcel from Road 926 is "as is". No road access construction will occur.

No building permits will be issued for this parcel.

Submission Requirements
To be considered, your tender must meet the following strict guidelines:

Minimum Bid: $50,000.00

Deposit: A certified cheque made out to the municipality for 5% of the total tender amount must accompany the submission.

Submission Deadline: Must be received in the RM office by 4:00 PM on Friday, July 10, 2026.

Mailing & Delivery Address:
Envelope must be sealed and clearly marked "Property Tender Forest" and addressed to:

Rural Municipality of Paddockwood No. 520
Box 187
Paddockwood, SK S0J 1Z0

Opening and Terms of Sale
Tender Opening: Tenders will be publicly opened at 10:00 AM during the Regular Meeting of Council on Wednesday, July 15, 2026.

Acceptance: The highest, or any tender, will not necessarily be accepted.

Final Payment: The successful bidder will have 30 days to provide the balance of the cash to complete the purchase.

Forfeiture: Failure to provide the remaining balance within the 30-day window will result in the forfeiture of the 5% deposit.

Dated: June 18, 2026

Naomi Hrischuk, Administrator

Rural Municipality of Paddockwood No. 520

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06/12/2026

📢 UPCOMING PLANNED POWER OUTAGES 📢

SaskPower has announced two upcoming planned power outages affecting our region and surrounding areas. Please review the details below to see if your area is impacted.

🗓️ Outage 1: Sunday, June 14, 2026
Time: 5:00 AM – 1:00 PM (8 hours)

Areas Affected: All rural communities north and northeast of Prince Albert to Anglin Lake, Little Bear Lake, continuing north to La Ronge and Hall Lake First Nation.

Specific Communities Include: Spruce Home, Meath Park, Weirdale, Paddockwood, Little Red, Wahpeton & Hall Lake First Nations, Christopher Lake, Emma Lake, Candle Lake, Narrow Hills Prov. Park, Montreal Lake, La Ronge, Stanley Mission, and Grandmothers Bay.

Reason: System improvements to facilitate the twinning of Highway 2.

🗓️ Outage 2: Monday, June 15, 2026 (RESCHEDULED)
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (7 hours)

Areas Affected: East and Southeast of Paddockwood.

Reason: System Maintenance.

Note: This is the outage originally scheduled for Friday, June 12, which has now been moved to Monday.

06/10/2026

📢 PUBLIC NOTICE: District Official Community Plan & Zoning Bylaw Review

The Council of the Rural Municipality of Paddockwood No. 520 has officially passed first reading for the new draft District Official Community Plan (DOCP) and Zoning Bylaw. These documents establish the strategic roadmap for our municipality’s future growth, land use, and development standards.

While this public notice has been formally advertised in the Daily Herald, as legislatively required, and posted on our page previously, Council wants to ensure this critical information reaches everyone directly. We recognize that important municipal updates may have easily been lost or overlooked recently amidst the high volume of flooding and road repair posts.

Because these updates will shape our community for years to come, Council has established an extended two-month review period to ensure all ratepayers have sufficient opportunity to thoroughly examine the drafts and associated mapping.

🔍 Compare the Changes

The new proposed draft bylaw is available at the link below. To facilitate a clear comparison, our current (old) bylaws remain available for your review on the Bylaws Page of our website. We invite you to examine both versions to see the updates being made.

View the New Draft Bylaw Here:
https://rmofpaddockwood.com/public-consultations

View Current Bylaws Here:
https://rmofpaddockwood.com/bylaws

Notice of Proposed Rezoning

Please take notice that the following specific parcels are scheduled to be rezoned from Agricultural (A) with the adoption of the new Zoning Bylaw:

Parcel L*D 9 36 52 27 W2: From Agricultural - A to Country Residential - CR
Parcel Part of NW 34 52 26 W2 L*D 13: From Agricultural - A to Resort Commercial - RC
Parcel SW 22 53 26 W2: From Agricultural - A to Resort Commercial - RC

🗓️ Written Submissions & Public Hearing

Your input is vital to ensuring these bylaws reflect the vision and needs of our residents. Feedback and concerns may be submitted in writing to the RM office prior to the public hearing. All stakeholders are also invited to attend the formal Public Hearing in person:

Date: Friday, June 26th, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM
Location: RM of Paddockwood Building ( #40 First Street North, Paddockwood, SK)

💻 For educational context on how the amending process works, the Ministry of Government Relations Zoning Bylaw Webinar can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/pPZZcKjmUNI?si=BCuOI8XSiw9UMiD-

Just a reminder all feedback and concerns need to be submitted in writing or please feel free to attend the formal public hearing.

Get in touch, and we'll get back to you as soon as we can. We look forward to hearing from you! Contact us.