Essentials
- City
- Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
- Population
- Approx. 273,000
- Internet Speed
- Average 150-300 Mbps on SaskTel Infinet fiber
- Currency & Banking
- Canadian Dollar (CAD); 1 CAD ≈ 0.74 USD, 1 USD ≈ 1.35 CAD
- Tap Water
- Drinkable, high quality (City of Saskatoon Water Treatment Plant)
- Power
- 120V, 60Hz, 🔌 Type A/B sockets
- SIM Card
- SaskTel (best coverage), Telus, Rogers; approx. $50/mo for 20GB
- Banking for Expats
- RBC, TD Canada Trust, Scotiabank; Wise and Revolut are widely used
- Accommodation
- Airbnb, VRBO, Boardwalk Rental Communities
- Cashless Friendly
- Yes, Interac Debit and Credit cards are accepted everywhere
- Short Term Rentals
- The James Hotel (Mid-range), OBASA Six Three Select (Corporate housing)
- Budget Accommodation
- Saskatoon Inn ($130/night), Netty's Nest ($90/night)
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Downtown or Riversdale near 2nd Ave and 20th St
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Nutana (Broadway Ave area) or Varsity View for walkability and cafes
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- Two-Twenty (220 20th St W) - $25/day pass, $350+/mo for desk
- Best Cafe for Work
- City Perks Coffee (801 7th Ave N) and Venn Coffee Roasters (830 Dufferin Ave)
- Networking Events
- Sask Tech Hub meetups at Innovation Place
- Social Events for Expats
- Saskatoon Open Door Society events and 'Expats in Saskatoon' Facebook Group
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Uber and Riide (Local taxi app)
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Neuron Mobility (Electric scooters/bikes) - Seasonal, approx. $1.15 to unlock + $0.35/min
- Best Beach Nearby
- Pike Lake Provincial Park (20 mins south)
- Top Regional Airline
- WestJet Link
- Top International Airline
- Air Canada, Delta (to Minneapolis)
- Highway Access
- Trans-Canada Highway 16 (Yellowhead) and Highway 11
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- VIA Rail Station (Chappell Dr) - Limited service; City Transit Terminal downtown
- Public Transport Passes
- Saskatoon Transit (GoPass) - $3.00 single ride, $83 monthly pass
- Regional Travel
- Rider Express (Bus service to Regina, Edmonton, Calgary)
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Royal University Hospital (103 Hospital Dr)
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Ground Yoga (626 Broadway Ave) - $20 drop-in
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- GoodLife Fitness (Centre Mall) and YMCA Saskatoon (25th St)
- Laundry Services
- Saskatoon Coin Laundry (906 Central Ave) - approx. $4.00 per load
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- SkipTheDishes (founded in Saskatoon), UberEats
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Saskatoon Berry Pie at Berry Barn ($8.00/slice)
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Leyda's (112 20th St W) and Gud Eats (Vegetarian comfort food)
- Best Dessert Spots
- Darkside Donuts (Riversdale) and Homestead Ice Cream (Victoria Ave)
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Superstore (8th St) and FreshCo (33rd St)
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Amazon.ca, Walmart.ca
- Grocery Delivery
- Instacart and PC Express
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Broadway Avenue (Amigos Cantina, Bud's On Broadway)
- Local Brewery
- Shelter Brewing Co. (2nd Ave) and 21st Street Brewery
- Wine Bars
- Bottlescrew Bill's (Pub style) or Pop Wine Bar (21st St E)
- Street Food Stalls
- Saskatoon Farmers' Market (Koyl Ave) - Food trucks on 2nd Ave in summer
- Popular International Cuisine
- Odd Couple (Asian Fusion) and Taverna Italian Kitchen
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Remai Modern Museum and The Delta Bessborough Hotel
- Museums & Art Venues
- Remai Modern (Western Development Museum)
- Historical Sites
- Wanuskewin Heritage Park (Indigenous history)
- Religious Sites
- St. John's Anglican Cathedral
- Annual Events
- SaskTel Saskatchewan Jazz Festival (July)
- Cultural Districts
- Riversdale (Arts and dining hub)
- Theater Venues
- Persephone Theatre at Remai Arts Centre
- Local Markets
- Saskatoon Farmers' Market (Weekends at 2600 Koyl Ave)
- Music Scene
- The Capitol Music Club (Mid-sized touring bands)
- Street Art
- Murals throughout Riversdale and Downtown alleys
- Cooking Classes
- The Local Kitchen (Avenue B)
- Art Galleries
- AKA Artist-run and Paved Arts
- Historic Buildings
- Victoria School House (at U of S campus)
- Local Heritage
- The Meewasin Valley Authority heritage sites
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Beaver Creek Conservation Area (15 mins south)
- National Parks Nearby
- Prince Albert National Park (2.5 hours north)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Meewasin Trail (80km of trails along the river)
- Scenic Viewpoints
- River Landing (Near the Senator Sid Buckwold Bridge)
- Birdwatching Locations
- Pelican watching at the Weir (Spadina Crescent)
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Kiwanis Memorial Park (Designated fire pits, permit required)
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- Canada Post, Purolator, FedEx
- Tech Repair Services
- Bolt Mobile (multiple locations) and London Drugs Tech Services
- Table Tennis Spots
- Saskatoon Table Tennis Club (W.W. Ashley Park)
- Language Classes
- University of Saskatchewan Language Centre
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Frances Morrison Central Library (Downtown)
- Community Centers
- Cosmo Civic Centre (33rd St W)
- Gaming Lounges
- Mana Bar (Late-night gaming and drinks)
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Dakota Dunes Casino (20 mins south of city)
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $4,800 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = $192,000)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $3,500 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = $140,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $4,200 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = $252,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $3,100 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = $186,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $3,800 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = $304,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $2,900 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = $232,000)
- Corporate Tax
- 27% (Combined Federal 15% and Saskatchewan 12%)
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 25% (often reduced to 5-15% via tax treaties)
- Tax System
- Worldwide income basis for residents
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 47.5% (Combined Federal and Provincial)
- VAT
- GST (5%) and PST (6%) = 11% total on most goods
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Yes (Foreign Accrual Property Income - FAPI rules)
- Property Tax
- Yes, approx. 1% of assessed market value annually
- Property Transaction Tax
- No Provincial Land Transfer Tax in SK (only Title Transfer fees)
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- No specific nomad visa; standard residency rules apply (183+ days)