Village of Canwood

Village of Canwood Local Government Authority Settlers began arriving in the area in 1904 and the building of the railway in 1910 brought many more to the area.

The Village of Canwood, population 332 (2016 census) is ideally located 45 minutes North West of Prince Albert, beside the Canwood Provincial Forest and a large amount of farm land. The Village, first know as Second Siding, Forgaard and McOwen, was incorporated as the Village of Canwood in 1916. The ideal location and variety of services offered, makes Canwood a good choice for people looking to g

et back to small town life. We offer a variety of essential services, from groceries to health care, and are also close enough to the big centers that travel is convenient. There is never a lack of something to do within the Village. The Senior’s offer a variety of programs for people to take part in weekly, such as cards, bowling league and meetings with clubs from other towns. As we are fortunate to have a great Public School in our Village, they provide a variety of activities for not just the kids to take part in, but also other community members as well, regardless of whether you have children attending school. The golf course, with new grass greens, is located minutes away from town. One can easily pop out there for a round after work, or with a lake located within a 15 minute drive, go catch a few fish for your supper. If you care to venture further, there are a vast number of lakes located within an hour drive of the Village. These lakes offer an abundance of fishing, camping, resorts, cabin rentals, golf courses, food services, stores, cross country ski trails, quadding trails, ball diamonds, reunion grounds and pretty much anything else you may be looking for. Imagine all that virtually on your doorstep! It is an outdoors person’s paradise. The residents of the Village take a very active part in their community and the spirit of volunteerism is very much alive here. This can be seen by the creation of a park area on our Main Street that was nothing more than a vision two years ago. This area is now landscaped, has sidewalks, trees and in the Spring of 2012 picnic tables and benches for a rest area were added. As with most small places, volunteers are an essential part of the community and are always looking to give back whatever is possible. Besides our Community Clinic and pharmacy located in the Village, we are only 15 minutes away from Shellbrook, which has built a new Integrated Health Center that will be able to offer all of your primary health care needs.

2016 marks our 100th anniversary as being a Village. Canwood has seen many changes during this time, however it still remains one of the best places to call home and raise your children.

Bear Spotted by Elevators, please be careful.
05/30/2026

Bear Spotted by Elevators, please be careful.

05/30/2026
05/30/2026
Come out for a burger tomorrow and help support our Summer Youth Program!This free program welcomes children ages 5–12 f...
05/27/2026

Come out for a burger tomorrow and help support our Summer Youth Program!

This free program welcomes children ages 5–12 from in and around Canwood, offering them a safe, fun, and engaging place to learn and play throughout the summer months.

Because the program is completely free for families, we rely heavily on grants and community donations to keep it running each year.

Your support truly makes a difference.

Thank you for helping us continue this much‑needed program—we hope to see you tomorrow for a burger!

WARNING: ‼️ Bear spotted in a yard in town south of the “tracks” Please be cautious.
05/26/2026

WARNING: ‼️
Bear spotted in a yard in town south of the “tracks” Please be cautious.

Do your part: complete the census and help strengthen your community.
05/14/2026

Do your part: complete the census and help strengthen your community.

HELP NEEDED:Many children in our community depend on the Canwood Summer Youth Program, and we’re now at risk of having t...
04/23/2026

HELP NEEDED:
Many children in our community depend on the Canwood Summer Youth Program, and we’re now at risk of having to cancel the 2026 program due to having no applicants for the required staff positions.
If you or someone you know might be interested in running the program this summer, please reach out and share this post. Our kids deserve a safe, fun, and engaging place to be during the summer months.
Let’s keep this program alive for them.

LOCAL JOB OPPORTUNITY:
04/21/2026

LOCAL JOB OPPORTUNITY:

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571 Main Street
Canwood, SK
S0J0K0

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Tuesday 9am - 3pm
Wednesday 9am - 3pm
Thursday 9am - 3pm

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