TOURISM
CPDA Region · East-Central Saskatchewan

Tourism &
Outdoor Experience

Saskatchewan is one of Canada's best-kept secrets — and that's changing fast. Our region offers lakes, trails, hunting, fishing, heritage, and wide-open skies that draw visitors from across the country. For tourism businesses, the opportunity is wide open.

100K+
Hectares of Provincial Parks
$1B+
Annual Tourism Spend in SK
Growing Year-Over-Year
100K+
Freshwater Lakes
Saskatchewan has more lake surface area than any other Canadian province.
4 seasons
Year-Round Tourism
Fishing, hunting, hiking in summer — snowmobiling and ice fishing in winter.
Low Cost
Entry & Operating
Land prices, licensing, and startup costs significantly below BC and Ontario.
Why Tourism Here

Undiscovered.
That's the Advantage.

Destinations like BC and Alberta are saturated with tourism businesses competing for the same visitors. Our region offers wild fishing, hunting, lakes, dark skies, and heritage experiences — with almost none of the competition. The visitors are already coming. The infrastructure hasn't caught up yet. That gap is where you come in.

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Fishing & Hunting

World-class walleye, pike, and trophy big game draw serious sport hunters and anglers — many returning annually once they discover our region.

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Camping & Outdoor Stays

Provincial parks, Crown land, and wilderness areas provide a backdrop for glamping, eco-lodges, and adventure stays with minimal development pressure.

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Dark Sky & Heritage

Some of Canada's darkest skies and rich Indigenous and settler history offer educational tourism, stargazing events, and cultural heritage experiences.

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Winter Tourism

Snowmobiling, ice fishing, and northern lights viewing extend the tourism season well beyond summer — a major competitive advantage over southern destinations.

Business Opportunities

Fill the Gaps
Visitors Already Feel

Visitors are already arriving — but they're finding limited accommodation, dining, guiding, and experience options. Every gap is a business opportunity waiting to be filled by someone who shows up first.

Discuss Opportunities →
  • 01
    Lodges, Cabins & Glamping
    Unique accommodation experiences on lakes, in forests, or on farmland are in high demand and very short supply across our region.
  • 02
    Guided Outdoor Experiences
    Fishing, hunting, birding, and kayaking guide services — operators with knowledge and equipment are needed urgently by visiting tourists.
  • 03
    Food, Craft & Agri-Tourism
    Farm visits, artisan food producers, local breweries, and prairie food experiences that connect visitors with where their food actually comes from.
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    Equipment Rental & Outfitting
    Canoes, ATVs, snowmobiles, bikes — rental businesses serving outdoor visitors are minimal in the region despite strong seasonal demand.
Useful Links

Tourism Resources

Connect with provincial tourism partners and regional resources for business planning.

Be the first to build what Saskatchewan visitors are looking for.

First-mover advantage is real here. The CPDA team can help you identify the right location, navigate licensing, and connect with the regional visitors already on their way.