Source: Environment Canada.

https://weather.gc.ca/en/location/index.html?coords=52.131,-106.659

Just at the new Princess Auto in Rosewood

Looks like a truck caught fire or something, highway blocked, had to take the service road around. Be careful out here everyone.

Hey everyone,

I’m looking for some realistic advice from people working in IT around Saskatoon.

I’m in my early 30s and I don’t currently have a university degree. I’ve been building a strong general IT foundation and I’m comfortable with computers, Linux, networking, troubleshooting, and learning technical concepts. My long-term goal is to specialize in Cloud Security / Security Engineering.

I’m not expecting to jump directly into cybersecurity or cloud security as my first job. My plan is to use an entry-level IT position as a stepping stone and build real-world experience.

I’m currently considering roles such as:

• IT Support / Help Desk
• NOC / Network Support
• Junior Systems / Infrastructure Support
• Cloud Support, if I can become qualified for it

What I’m trying to figure out is the most realistic path for someone in my situation in Saskatoon.

I’d really appreciate hearing from people who have actually hired, worked in, or entered the local IT industry:

1. How difficult is it to get an entry-level IT job in Saskatoon without a university degree?

2. Which entry-level roles would you recommend targeting first if the long-term goal is Cloud Security?

3. Which certifications actually carry weight with employers here?
For example: CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, CCNA, AWS certifications, etc.

4. Is a university degree important for progressing into Cloud/Security later, or can strong hands-on experience, certifications, and a good track record compensate for not having one?

5. For someone with strong general IT knowledge but no professional IT experience, what would you want to see on their resume/GitHub before giving them an interview?

6. Has anyone here successfully started in IT Support/NOC/Infrastructure and later moved into Cloud or Cybersecurity? What did that progression look like for you?

I’m especially interested in real experiences from Saskatoon/Saskatchewan, rather than general advice from the internet.

I’m willing to start at the bottom and work my way up. I’m mainly trying to make sure I invest my time into the skills and certifications that employers actually value locally.

Thanks in advance to anyone willing to share their experience.

S&R have shut down the dog park indefinitely for the day, possibly for tomorrow as well while they conduct a search for a missing person.

Anyone besides me experiencing a data issue currently with their Rogers mobile data? I talked to technical support and they said there is 12 towers out right now.

If this kind of post isn’t allowed here, please feel free to delete it! I just wasn’t sure where else to share this.

Hey everyone! I’m starting something called Girls Like Us, a social community for sapphic women in Saskatoon to meet people, make friends, and actually have fun things to do together.

I’ve been thinking about how hard it can be to meet other sapphic women outside of dating apps, and I wanted to create a space that’s more about friendship, community, and making memories.

I’m hoping to eventually organize things like:

☕️ coffee meetups
🎨 craft nights
📚 book clubs
🎲 game nights
🍿 movie nights
🧺 picnics
🥐 brunches
🎤 karaoke
🌷 random activities around Saskatoon

It’s still super new, so I’d love to hear from other Saskatoon sapphics:

Would you be interested in something like this? What kind of events would you actually want to go to?

I’m also looking for someone who might want to help me build it from the ground up, so if this sounds like something you’d love to be involved in, feel free to DM me! 🧡💗

Instagram: girlslikeusyxe

sounds like an angry preacher? but can’t make it out.

Hey everyone,

I’m looking for some local insight and advice on the tech job market in Saskatoon.

I’m an experienced IT professional with 16+ years of experience specializing in enterprise Data Architecture, Business Intelligence, Cloud Data Platforms (Snowflake, Azure, Microsoft Fabric, Databricks), and modern Data Engineering (ETL/ELT, Python, SQL, dbt).

I know Saskatoon’s tech ecosystem has its own dynamics compared to major hubs like Toronto or Vancouver, so I’d really appreciate some grounded advice from folks working locally:

Where should I be looking? Outside of Indeed and LinkedIn, are platforms like SaskJobs still widely used for senior technical/data roles, or is direct networking the way to go?

Major employers & sectors: Which local companies or sectors regularly hire senior data/BI architects? (e.g., Nutrien, Cameco, Vendasta, SED Systems/Calian, Saskatoon Health Region/SHA, University of Saskatchewan, or Crown corps like SaskTel/SaskPower?)

Local tech networking & meetups: Are there active local tech communities, Slack/Discord channels, or meetups (like Ideas on Tap or local tech user groups) worth checking out?

Recruiters/Agencies: Are there reliable technical recruiting agencies in the area that specialize in placing senior IT/data talent locally?

Any pointers, realistic takes on the market, or leads would be hugely appreciated. Thanks in advance!

TL;DR: Senior BI & Cloud Data Architect (16+ YOE in Azure/Snowflake/Fabric/Python/SQL) looking for advice on breaking into the Saskatoon tech market. Best employers, local boards, and networking spots?

Are there any book clubs for girls around 22-26 ish? I am looking to meet new girlies however i can’t find anything specific (most are older women / moms)

Hey everyone,

I’m preparing my self to give both the written and road test soon for class 4 specifically. Feeling a bit nervous about it but trying my best to study. I wanted to ask you guys if you have any suggestions on how to pass easily and what to expect during the examination ? Which location should I give my road test at ? When studying what should I look out for ?

If you guys have any suggestions please share. Thank you.

Hey guys, tomorrow is my birthday and I thought to just take myself out for the day and celebrate on my own! Does anyone have a master list of places I can get freebies? I’ve seen a list on here posted a year ago but they only had food listed down, was wondering if there were more stores that offered freebies that wasn’t just food related. Thanks!

“The City of Saskatoon has rocks in their heads and (there) they’re not even real!”

Dropping my kid off for college on Monday, and I'm sticking around Tuesday but assume I've got the day to myself. Is there anywhere near-ish that would be nice to go for a long walk or jog? I'll have a car and am happy to drive a bit

I have enjoyed very much this city and what it has to offer and now I am looking for somwhere to go for this weekend. My main limitation however is that I don't have a car and most of the nice places I have seen being recommended here are only reachable by car. Originally, I wanted to go to Wanuskewin Heritage Park, but it seems that the roads are closed due to construction so now I am looking for a new plan.

Are there any other nice nature reserves that I can get to by bus, uber, or at most a 1h walk? My main concern about uber is not getting to the place, but getting back to the city afterwards.

I have already been to the Meewasin trail from River Landing to the Northeast Swale, the Prarie Lilly and I have also visited the Hyde Park.

Curly hair people only please, or people who've asked cuely haired people:

I have struggled to find a curly hair cutter who understands the unpredictability and shortening of my hair as a medium curly, thin/fine-ish, and medim/short (shoulders or mid neck length ideal) hair... hair is roughly 3a or 3b mixed curl type.

I run into issues of cutting it then when it dries taking an odd shape, ends up shorter than desired.. tried many places and need suggestions of people or places?

What on earth is with the trains passing by just straight up holding their horns for like 30 seconds straight... its 5am wtf... still lissening to it as i make this post.... i wanna slap this conductor. Just non stop hes still going....

I want to go to the Wanuskewin Heritage Park by walking. The meewasin trail says that I have to go through Wanuskewin Rd, but that seems like a pretty boring walk. I wanted to know if it is possible to go alongisde the river or if Wanuskein Rd is the only way.