Rosthern, Saskatchewan
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Location
Rosthern is a town at the juncture of Hwy #11 and Hwy #312 in Saskatchewan, Canada.
History
Rosthern was 100 years old in 2003. Its history is strongly tied to farming practices. Famous experimental farmer and author Seager Wheeler lived just outside of Rosthern. The town's namesake is unknown.
Tourist attractions
Rosthern attractions include the Seager Wheeler Farm (http://www.seagerwheelerfarm.org/). There is also a Mennonite Historical Museum.
Local restaurants
The Station Arts Center and Tea Room serves daily home-made bread and soups. The Rosthern Hotel, Rosthern Diner and King's Fried Chicken serve typical North American fare. Mackie's Asain Grill has a daily Chinese buffet, as well has a full lunch and supper menu.
Schools
Rosthern has three schools. Rosthern High School, and Rosthern Elementary School are both part of the Sask Valley School district. Rosthern also has a private high school, Rosthern Junior College (http://www.rjc.sk.ca/).
Recreation
In addition to the nearby Regional Park there are two ball-diamonds, two indoor hockey rinks, a curling rink, bowling alley, and three school gyms. A new outdoor swimming pool is currently under construction. Rosthern is also home to the Youth Farm Bible Camp (http://www.yfbc.ca/).
Local religion
Rosthern is home to over ten churches including Mennonite, Ukrainian Orthodox, Swedenborgian, Pentecostal, Anglican, Catholic, Lutheran, Seventh-day Adventist, and Baptist.
Commerce
Local news is reported in the locally published Valley News. Local businesses include:
- Valley News - a newspaper and print shop
- Friesens Bigway - a department store
- Friesens Drugstore
- Rosthern Pharmacy
- Golden Valley Sewing Store
- Lucky Dollar - a convenience store
- 312 Esso - a gas station
- TR Petroleum - another gas station
- Harv's Autobody
- MCC Clothes Basket - a thrift store
Culture
Rosthern is home to the Station Arts Center and Tea Room. The Station Arts Center hosts frequent musical and dramatic performances. There is also public library.
Health
Rosthern is one of the few rural Saskatchewan towns to still have a hospital. Rosthern also has a medical clinic, several retirement homes and a nursing home.
Community profile
According to the 2001 Statistics Canada census:
| Population: | 1,504 | ||
| Land area: | 4.01 km² | ||
| Population density: | 375.4 people/km² | ||
| Median age: | 41.5 (males: 39.2, females: 43.9) | Total private dwellings: | 702 |
| Median household income: | $ 29,671 |
External Links
- Town of Rosthern (http://www.rosthern.com/)
- The Station Arts Centre (http://www.stationarts.com/index.html)
| North: Prince Albert | ||
| West: The Battlefords | Rosthern | East: Wakaw |
| South: Saskatoon |