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Saskatchewan , Canada
Photo courtesy Brad Kearns
www.townofkipling.ca
Updated 2013
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Table Of Contents………………………………………………………………………………. ..2
Welcome…………………………………………………….. ….……………………………….3
Our History………………………………………………………………………………………. ..4
Statistics & Information …………………………………………………………………………..5
Our Region……………………... ………………………………………………………………...6
Administration……………………………………………………………………………………..7
Community Profile………………………………………………………………………………...8
Infrastructure……………………………………………………………………………………....9
Airport………………………………..……………………………………………………………10
Community Services……………………………………………………………………………..11
Health Care……………………………………………………………………………………….12
Education……..…………………………………………………………………………………..13
Contacts…………………………………………………………………………………………..15
Recreational Facilities…………………………………………………………………………...17
Sport Programs…………………………..………………………………………………………18
Sport Facilities…………………………………………………………………………………. 26
Churches………...….…………………………………………………………………………….20
Organizations……………………………………………………………………………………..21
Heritage Sites…….……………………………………………………………………………….25
Preserving Our Past…………..………………………………………………………………….26
Town Calendar……………………………………………………………………………………27
503 Main Street/Worlds Largest Paperclip…………………………………………………….28
2
KIPLING
Welcome to the Town of Kipling!
Thank you for taking the time to learn more about our community! Whether you are
looking to visit , make your home with us or set up a business here we are confident
that you will find what you’re looking for in Kipling.
We offer a wide range of health and education services along with social, cultural and
recreational amenities for all ages; stay in our fully serviced campground close to a
heated out door swimming pool, nine hole grass green golf course, hot tub and picnic
area.
Local retail outlets and businesses provide a robust directory of products and services
to residents and visitors. Freshly cut meats for the camp BBQ, in-store bakery for your
birthday or other celebrations, giftware, three full service grocery stores, automotive
outlets and repair, four-line GM Dealership, veterinary services, restaurants, library
facilities with Internet access, pharmaceutical and medical facilities.
Kipling has a full time Recreation Programmer, offering a variety of sport, culture and
recreation programming for all age groups throughout the entire year.
Need to find us? Highway #48 passes through Town connecting the east with
Highway #9 which runs north to the Trans Canada #1 and south to Moose Mountain
Provincial Park.
For more information visit our website:
www.townofkipling.ca
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OUR HISTORY
Kipling was named for the great
English author, Rudyard Kipling. Rudyard
Kipling passed through Saskatchewan and
Regina on October 4, 1907. The story is
that he passed through his namesake
while on the train to Regina.
Kipling was settled during the great
Migration of settlers coming from Britain,
Hungary, Germany, and Scandinavian
countries with the offer of free land.
Its geographical location made
Kipling a CNR divisional point in the early
1900’s. This included a roundhouse and CNR station for both passengers and trains alike. In
turn, this evolved the town into a trading center for early pioneers to build homes, churches,
schools, and businesses of which our community still benefits from today.
Our lapel pin was the product of a partnership between the Chamber of Commerce and
the Tourism Committee in 1989. The scroll and feather pen, both common writing tools of the
1900’s signify our connection to Rudyard Kipling. The paperclip was added in 2006 to
commemorate the Red Paperclip story.
Kipling is home of the famous Red Paper Clip house traded to Kyle MacDonald of
www.oneredpaperclip.com. On July 12th, 2007 Kipling unveiled the Guinness World Book of
Records™ largest red paper clip built by Ardel Steel, Regina Saskatchewan.
Kipling Film Productions Inc. is a community venture project that was formed to assist with
funding for films and other media projects. We were working with Corbin Bernsen of Public
Media Works out of L.A. and Angel Entertainment from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan in the
making of the movie “Rust” written by Bernsen. The movie was shot in the fall of 2007 in
Kipling.
For more information you can check out these web sites: www.kiplingfilmproductions.com,
www.publicmediaworks.com & www.angelentertainment.ca.
. www.townofkipling.ca
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COMMUNITY
Incorporated as a Municipality: September 1909
Major Economic Industries: Agriculture, Oil & Gas, Hog Genetics , Agricultural Manu-
facturing and Tourism.
Population: 1051 ( 2011 Census )
Sask Health Population: 1279
Total Private Dwellings: 496
Demographic Breakdown by Age Group
Median Age: 42.4
0 to 9 years: 140
10 to 19 years: 116
20 to 34 years: 175
35 to 54 years: 225
55 to 69 years: 175
69 and over: 220 Kipling is located in the southeast of Saskatche-
wan on Highway 48. It is a short 1.5 hours from
Regina, Yorkton, Weyburn or Estevan!
5
OUR REGION
The southeast region of Saskatchewan is an abundant area of beautiful landscapes,
wildlife and recreational pursuits that offer the best of both urban and rural life. The
land is rich in resources with the blend of agriculture, oil and gas and tourism sectors
which provide a quality lifestyle for families and strong opportunities for business.
The warm, sunny climate makes it ideal for summer activities such as fishing, wa-
terskiing, golfing; and the winter sunshine creates ideal conditions for snowmobiling, cross country skiing or
snowshoeing.
Temperatures range from 20-32 degrees Celsius in the summer to as low as –32 Celsius in the winter. Annual
precipitation is 330 mm of rain with 115mm of snow in the winter.
As the glaciers rolled across the region to the South they deposited glacial debris in their wake creating the
central lowlands section of the southeastern part of the province. These lowlands are now rich prairie farmland
along with many small lakes, rivers and streams.
This unique landscape is home to several species of birds and water fowl including pelicans, ducks, Canada
geese, grouse, pheasant, meadowlarks, and sparrows. In the spring and fall, flocks of snow geese, swans and
other migratory birds pass through on their way to their northern summer home.
We are also home to sev-
eral wildlife species such
as white tail deer, mule
deer, moose, coyote, red
fox, rabbits, and the prairie
gopher. Lynx and cougar
have also been sighted.
Prairie flowers such as
bluebells, golden bean, but-
tercups, prairie roses and
lilies grace the roadways
and untouched grasslands
of the region.
Prairie Sunrise
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ADMINISTRATION
The Town of Kipling office is located in the Community Centre at 301 6 th Avenue. The office
is open Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:00 pm.
Kipling is governed by a Mayor and six Councillors. Council meets the second Monday of
each month at 7:00 pm in the Community Centre, Meeting Room Two. All meetings are open
to the public. In 2011, Town Council spearheaded a Strategic Plan that is reviewed annually
and continues to guide their decision making process.
Our office can help you with pet licenses, building permits, development permits, water &
sewer accounts, tax information and more. The Town utilizes a communication system for
emergency and informational purposes; when you set up your utility account you may choose
to have your phone number added to the system in order to receive these communications.
The Town is a member of the Redcoat Waste Authority (RCWRA). RCWRA contracts Loraas
Disposal to handle the Towns garbage pick up. The Town runs a compost and recycling site
to 1/4 mile south of Kipling open three mornings per week for residents to take their recycling
and garden refuse.
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COMMUNITY PROFILE
We are located just one and one half hours drive from the cities of Yorkton, Regina,
Estevan and Weyburn, bordered by the Rural Municipalities of Kingsley #124 and
Hazelwood #94.
Kipling is proud of its infrastructure and the basic services it provides:
Water Treatment Plant 2002
Lagoon System expanded in 2012
Paved streets with concrete curb, gutter and storm sewers
Concrete sidewalks
Regularly scheduled garbage picked up by Loraas Disposal
Asphalt Airstrip with Arcal Lighting
RCMP Detachment - 3 members
Volunteer Fire Department
Cable Television
High Speed Internet
Regional Library
Moose Mountain Literacy Committee
K-12 Educational Facilities
Hospital
Medical clinic
Dental Clinic
Visiting Optometrist
Massage Therapists
Public Health Office
Veterinary Clinic
Licensed Daycare & childcare services
Creative Playschool
Senior Friendship Center
Places of Worship - (see churches)
Heated Swimming Pool and Hot Tub
Skating & Curling Arena with artificial ice
Historical Society Museum
Kipling Campground & Picnic Shelter
Tennis Courts
Soccer Pitch & Ball Diamonds
Public Parks & Playgrounds
Nine hole grass greens golf course with licensed clubhouse
Facilities for the care of disabled adults
SARCAN recycling depot
Seniors Living Complex & units
Seniors Level 3 & 4 Care Home
Handy Van Service for mobility impaired
www.townofkipling.ca 8
INFRASTRUCTURE
Water & Sewer
The Town of Kipling’s water supply is sourced from two interconnected surface water reservoirs
and one underground well that can be utilized if surface water supplies are insufficient during
dry periods. The raw water is treated at a Water Treatment plant that was built in 2002. Certified
waterworks operators collect daily
samples for testing.
Water
Daily Average Consumption: 454.6 m3
(100,000 IG)
Distribution Pressure: 46psi
Water Hardness: 800mg/L (average)
Water Storage Capacity: 363,000 IG
Distribution System: 6” water lines
(70% Asbestos cement AC) (30%
C900)
Sewer
Lagoon Capacity: 1500
8” sewer lines (90%AC) (10% Poly
DR35) Water Treatment Plant—2002
Services to Curb:
Residential Commercial
3/4” water lines 1” water lines
4” sewer line 6” sewer lines
Town Reservoirs
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AIRPORT
Kipling Airport is located .25 km east of the Town of Kipling. The runway is an asphalt
runway 75 feet wide and 3000 feet long; lit with Arcal lighting on frequency 123.2.
The Airport is maintained regularly, however, it is best to call ahead to ensure runway
conditions are favorable.
There is a small pilot hut on site; however you will need to stroll into Town for lunch.
LATITUDE: N50 05’57”
LONGITUDE: 102 32 24 W
ELEVATION: 2157
DESIGNATOR: KILO DELTA 5
CONTACTS: TOWN OF KIPLING (MON-FRI 8:30AM –4PM) 306-736-2515
PILOT DON HOLLOWAY: 306-736-8161 flyboy@sasktel.net
10COMMUNITY SERVICES
General
Radio Stations
Estevan, Weyburn, Regina, Moose Jaw, Yorkton, Winnipeg
Television Stations Received
Yorkton, Cable
Newspapers-Published Locally
The Citizen
Country Register
Published Elsewhere but Received Locally
Regina Leader Post – Daily
National Post – Daily
Volunteer Drivers operate the public
Handy Van for the mobility challenged
Business Mon-Wed-Fri
Food Stores 8am-4pm
Gas Bars
Accounting
Hardware
Veterinary Services
Electronics & Computers, Printing, Personal Care, Auto body
Heavy Construction, Construction &Trades
Pharmacies
Sports Bar & Fast Food
Florist, Appliances, Home Décor
Small Engine Repair
Building Supplies
Convenience Stores
Fertilizer/Farm Chemical Supply, Service Stations
Tire Repair
Plumbing and Heating
Car Dealership
Hunting Accommodations
11COMMUNITY SERVICES
COMMERCIAL PROPERTY AVAILABLE IN THE TOWN OF KIPLING
For information on Town commercial/industrial property for sale and the
commercial tax incentives please contact the Town office at 306-736-2515 or kip
town@sasktel.net
Community Incentive Program—Policy TAX001 on new commercial development
First Year: 100% base tax and mill rate exemption
Second Year: 75% base tax and mill rate exemption
Third Year: 50% base tax and mill rate exemption
RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY AVAILABLE IN THE TOWN OF KIPLING
Information regarding Town residential properties is available through the Town of
Kipling or pick up a copy of the local newspaper “The Citizen” for private proper
ties for sale.
Mary Balogh Place
Seven lots are available in this new bay, located less than a block from Kings
wood golf course and the Kipling swimming pool. Lot prices range between
$33,000—$37,000 based on size plus future paving costs.
SOLD
12HEALTH CARE
Willowdale Lodge Care Home (Opened 1969)
Special Care Home-Level 3 & 4 care
27 long term care beds
1 respite bed
Adult Day Care
Other services provided include:
Meals on Wheels
Whirlpool baths to Home Care Clients
Kipling Memorial Health Center
The Kipling Memorial Health Center is situated in the center of Kipling, which has a population of
1279 (2012 Saskatchewan Health covered population).
The main building was constructed in 1948. An addition of a large service area and five beds was
made in 1960. A renovation period also took place in 1978/79, which increased the size of the
Laboratory and outpatient area.
The original hospital, built in 1948, was dedicated as a permanent memorial to the veterans of two
great World Wars; hence, it derives the “Memorial” in its title.
The Kipling Memorial Health Center exists for the primary purpose of rendering the best possible
patient care. In addition to inpatient and outpatient services, the following additional services are
based out of the hospital:
Physiotherapist on site
Visiting Mental Health Nurse
Home Care/Case Manager
Social Worker on Site
Visiting Dietitian
Drug and Alcohol Rehab on Site
Kipling has an active treatment acute care hospital. The hospital is very busy with
outpatient services such as emergency care, laboratory and X-ray capabilities.
Two ambulances are based at the hospital:
Ambulance Service is available through Kipling and District Road Ambulance Service.
There are two basic life support vehicles, which are equipped with radio and cellular tele-
phones. The ambulance is available 24 hours a day with trained technicians on call.
Other Medical Services:
.
An Optometrist visits Kipling once every two weeks.
Public Health office with two health nurses.
.
13EDUCATION
Kipling offers K-12 educational facilities. The 2012-2013 school enrollment is 347 with 30
teachers and 9 support staff. Support to students is also available through 2 speech patholo-
gists, child and support worker, career counselor, educational physiologist
and a driver trainer. Twelve bus drivers bring rural children into the school.
Kipling School Vision
Respectful Environment Supporting Potential Excellence in Citizens of Tomorrow
Mission
We strive to provide a well rounded educational opportunity that creates respectful and skilled
individuals who will make a positive impact on their communities.
Our Shared Values
Respect- We value a culture of mutual respect by valuing ourselves and others and by honour-
ing the world around us.
Empathy- We value a culture of understanding of each other’s feelings and concerns.
Responsibility- We value a culture where everyone performs their role to the best of their ability
in a manner that maintains a positive educational environment.
Tolerance- We value a culture that is accepting of individuals regardless of differences in ability,
age, race, religion, culture, gender, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status.
Honesty- We value a culture that is committed to honesty and integrity in all that we do. We
value academic honesty in the search for knowledge. We value personal honesty in recognizing
our actions and behaviours.
Extra-Curricular Activities available at Kipling School
Cross Country Running, Curling, Jr. /Sr. Girls & Boys Volleyball,
Yearbook ,Track & Field, Sr. Tackle Football (6 man)
Badminton, Art Club, Jr. /Sr. Golf,
Intramurals, Drama, SADD,
Student Leadership Council, Soccer, Jr. Flag Foot-
ball, Field Trips
14EDUCATION (con’t)
High School Level- The following high school classes can be taken at Kipling
School:
Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12
ELA A10, ELA B10, ELA20,ELA A30, ELA B30
Science 10, Chemistry 20, Biology 20, Biology 30
History 10 Physics 20, Physics 30, Chemistry 30
Math 10 Math 20 Math 30
PreCalculus/Foundations of Math 10 Foundations of Math 20 Foundations of Math 30
Wellness 10 PreCalculus 20 PreCalculus 30
Information Processing 10 Physical Education 20 Calculus 30
French 10 French 20 French 30
Accounting 10 History 20 Physical Education 30
Band 10 Band 20 Band 30 History 30
Practical & Applied Arts Survey A10 Forensics 30
Physics 30
Pure Practical Applied Arts Classes in:
Photography, Welding, Electricity, Commercial
Cooking, Cosmetology, Construction, Drama, Visual
Arts, Career Work Exploration
Workplace & Apprenticeship Workplace & Appren-
ticeship Workplace & Apprenticeship
The school’s library provides students an ex-
cellent opportunity to do research and leisure time
reading. The library contains 12-networked com-
puters with high-speed Internet access. The library
also contains 8,000 titles, 30 magazine subscriptions
and encyclopedia access in both print and CD-Rom
forms.
Kipling Creative Playschool
Community Organized Playschool that operates that is open to student’s ages 3
to 5. For more information contact Jill Taylor at 224-2069
15CONTACTS
EMERGENCY 911
(FIRE, AMBULANCE, POLICE)
RCMP—DIRECT 306-736-6400
TOWN OFFICE
WATER & SEWER ACCOUNTS 306-736-2515
DEVELOPMENT PERMITS
BUILDING PERMITS
COMMUNITY CENTER BOOKINGS
HANDY VAN BOOKINGS
http:www.townofkipling.ca
REDCOAT WASTE AUTHORITY 306-736-8494
(LANDFILL)
LORAAS DISPOSAL 306-721-1000
SASK POWER 1-888-757-6937
CUSTOMER SERVICE
http://www.saskpower.com
SASK ENERGY 1-800-567-8899
CUSTOMER SERVICE
http://www.saskenergy.com
ACCESS COMMUNICATIONS 306-736-8323
CABLE/INTERNET SERVICE
SASKTELCOMMUNICATIONS 1-800-727-5835
CUSTOMER SERVICE—PHONE
http://www.sasktel.com
KIPLING HOSPITAL 306-736-2553
KIPLING MEDICAL CLINIC 306-736-2559
KIPLING DENTAL CLINIC 306-736-2433
KIPLING LIBRARY 306-736-2911
KIPLING SCHOOL 306-736-2464
http: www. pvsd.ca/kipling
SARCAN RECYCLING 306-736-8461
SASK BATTERY RECYCLING 1-855-791-9844
http://saskbattery.com
16CONTACTS
Government of Saskatchewan: http:// www.gov.sk.ca
Health Card: http:www.health.gov.sk.ca/apply-for-health.card
Government of Canada: http://www.canada.gc.ca
Service Canada: http://www.servicecanada.gc.ca
Transportation:
Regina Airport: http://www.ygr.ca
Jays Moving: http:www.movingsaskatchewan.ca
Highway Hotline: http: www.higways.gov.sk.ca/road-conditions
Realtor Websites
Remax: http://www.remax-western.ca/remax-real-estate-offices-saskatchewan
Lane Realty (Farm Specialists): http://landrealtycorp.com
Andrew Agencies: http://andrewagencies.com
Immigration Services
Citizen and Immigration Canada: http://www.cic.gc.ca
Passport Office (Regina): 1870 Albert St. Suite 500, Regina 8:30am-4:30pm
Saskatchewan Association of Immigrant Settlement: http://www.saisia.ca
Post Secondary Education Websites
University of Regina: http://www.uregina.ca
University of Saskatchewan: http://www.usask.ca
Southeast Regional College: http://southeastcollege.org
Technical & Trades Institutions: http://www.gosiast.com
Employment
Saskjobs: http://www.saskjobs.ca
SaskNetWork: http://www.sasknetwork.gov.sk.ca
17RECREATION FACILITIES
(1) Kipling Arena & Kipling Curling Club
(2) Lions Park Ball Diamonds
(3) Children’s playground and Park
(4) Tennis Courts (1990) and basketball court
Located in Bell Park
(5) Kipling Friendship Club (Senior Center)
Contact Louise Boston at 736-
8191
(6) Community Center, meeting rooms, dance
floor
Contact Town Office at 736-2515
(7) Kipling High & Elementary School Contact Kipling School at 736-2464
(8) Areas for walking and jogging
(9) Heated Outdoor Swimming Pool, Paddling Pool & Hot Tub
(10) Campground with 37 sites, 9 full service, 9 electric,19 water/electric. Open May 1-Oct .15.
(11) Airstrip-Flying Club
Contact Don Holloway at 736-8161 or Town Office at 736-2515
(12) Kingswood Golf Club—9-hole Grass Green Golf Course
Clubhouse at 736-8220
(13) Soccer field-designed to SHSAA standards.
(14) Groomed Snowmobile Trails
Contact Cindy Balogh at 736-8133
Kipling Parks & Recreation Board manages the town recreational facilities. The Board con-
sists of members appointed by the Town, Rural Municipalities of Kingsley #124 and Hazelwood
#94.
A Recreation Programmer coordinates recreation facilities and activities. The office is located at
#6-207 6th Avenue, 736-8440 or email: kip.park.rec@sasktel.net
18SPORTS PROGRAMS
Facilities
Skating and Curling Arena (Artificial Ice)
Minor Hockey (boys and girls)
Senior Hockey
Recreational Hockey
Figure Skating Program/Can skate Program
Curling: Weekly Mixed and 49ers Curling, Youth Curling Program
Ladies & Open Bonspiel
Swimming Pool
Red Cross Swimming Lessons
Aqua fit
H2O Boot Camp
Daily Lane Swim
Public Swimming
Five Ball Diamonds, with closed in Batting Cage and
Pitching Machine
Minor Ball (boys and girls)
Slo-Pitch League
Twilight Baseball (35+)
Tennis Courts (2)
Kipling Minor Soccer Program
Nine-Hole Grass Green Golf Course
Golf – Mixed, Men’s and Ladies’ Tournaments
Children’s Summer Activities Program
For ages 4-12. Initiative of of Kipling Parks & Recreation Board
Summer Slam Volleyball Skills Camp
Annual in August
Ages 12-18 years
For information, contact the Recreation Programmer @ 306-736-8440
Fit Kids Program
Active After School Program
Ages 5-12 years
Runs January through April on Mondays, Wednesday and
Thursdays @ 3:30pm.
For information, contact the Recreation Programmer @ 306-736-8440
High School Gym
Volleyball: High School and Ladies Leagues, U15 and
U 14 SVA Female Club Program
Indoor Soccer
Basketball
Badminton
Tae-Kwon-Do
Handball
19Kipling and District Swimming Pool
The Kipling and District Swimming Pool has a variety of aquatic activities for all ages. Through the facility's
twelve week season, the pool staff hosts a variety of pool parties, diving lessons, scuba diving
clinics and many other activities.
All Swim activities are supervised with certified lifeguards on duty. Red Cross swimming lessons are
available in three (3) sessions throughout the season.
For Pool hours and events please call the Kipling and District Swimming Pool at (306) 736-2707 June 1st until the
last week of August, or Kipling Recreation Programmer at (306) 736-8440.
Kipling Tennis Courts
Kipling has a regulation size tennis court with an asphalt surface. The court is located in Bell Park immediately
east of the Community Center. There are no fees. Players are welcome to use the facility at their leisure.
Kingswood Golf Course
Kingswood Golf Club boasts grass greens and fairways making for a great round of golf. The course challenges
golfers with water hazards, hidden holes and plenty of trees. There are no booking requirements, however you may want
to call the Club House from mid May until mid October at 306-736-8220 to ensure a special event is not scheduled.
FEE SCHEDULE SEASON FEES
$15.00 per round (9 holes) Adult: $250.00
$25.00 18 holes Couple: $450.00
$5.00 Students 13-18 Family: $560.00
$5.00 per day, free if accompanied by an adult Student: $125.00
CART RENTAL: CART STORAGE
$15.00 for 9 holes $250.00 per Season
$25.00 for 18 holes
20CHURCHES
Spiritual needs of the community are served by seven de-
nominations; represented are:
Apostolic Church
Parkland Bible Church
Calvary Baptist Church
Christ Lutheran Church
Bekevar Presbyterian Church
Kipling United Church
St. Anne's Roman Catholic Church
Original
Christ Lutheran Church
located at the Museum Grounds 4th Avenue
An active ministerial association serves the community through vari-
ous activities such as:
Kipling Food Bank
Lenten Services
World Day of Prayer
Services at Rudyard Manor, Willowdale Lodge, hospital visitation
services
Kipling Youth Center
.
.
21ORGANIZATIONS
SERVICE AND RECREATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
Kipling Arena 306-736-9209
Community Rec. Center 306-736-2505
Curling Club 306-736-8157
Flying Club 306-736-8190
Kipling & District Swimming Pool 306-736-2707
Kingswood Golf Course 306-736-8220
Kipling Alcoholics Anonymous
Al-Anon/AA 306-538-4405
Kipling’s Alcoholics Anonymous and Al-Anon meetings are held every Monday night at 8:30 pm in the
United Church Basement.
Kipling and District Community Choir
Nancy Toppings 306-736-8313
This group meets on Mondays at 7:30 pm at the Lutheran church during fall and winter. New members are
welcome!
Kipling Branch Royal Canadian Legion
President: Mike Kearns 306-736-8240
Meetings every third Monday at 7:30 pm at the Legion Club Room.
Community service with emphasis on veterans needs.
Kipling Figure Skating Club
Susan MacDonald 306-736-8422
Operating from November to March, offering Canskate (learn to skate) and Skate Canada programs
coached by amateur coaches and Skate Canada certified instructors. Skate Canada affiliated. New mem-
bers welcome!
Kipling and District Lions Club Inc.
Lorne Olver 306-736-8339
Service Club Meetings, first and third Wednesdays, from September to June, inclusive.
First Wednesday, 7:00 pm supper meeting.
Lions Clubs International is a service club devoted to community betterment. Internationally, Lions work
with the Blind, Diabetes, Youth and the Environment. Locally, they have contributed to the Community
Centre, SARCAN Building, Arena, Ambulance Garage, Swimming Pool, Golf Course, Handy-Transit Van,
Ball Park and Friendship Center. Their annual projects include Lottery for Community Improvements, One
bonspiel for Grades K to 6, Senior Citizens Supper, Community Birthday Calendars and the Terry Fox Run.
Kipling and District Historical Society & Museum
Vern Pusch 306-736-2289
Comprising several buildings the museum includes a main building housing many artifacts and photos, as
well as a Legion history area. A complete historical church, vintage gas station, country school house,
dentist office, farm shop and the historical brick Ovans house, all at the same location. Open weekends
July and August. If no one is there, a phone number will be posted on the door of the main building. Ad-
mission: donation. Located on Fourth Street, next to the RCMP detachment
22ORGANIZATIONS
Kipling Friendship Center
500-1st Street
Louise Boston 306-736-8191
Activities for seniors, weekly fitness program
Kipling Minor Ball Association
Murray Lyons 306-736-8405
Traci Biesenthal 306-224-4913
Kipling Minor Ball offers organized baseball for boys from ages 6 and under to 17 and under and soft
ball for girls from 8 to under 18.
Kipling Swimming Pool Committee
Recreation Office 306-736-8440
Volunteers cater events to fundraise for the pool.
Kipling Drama Club
Duane Leicht 306-736-2896
Local drama group puts on annual dinner theatre
Kipling Tae-Kwon-Do
Brett Ferch 306-736-2925
Kipling Winter Dance Club
Terry Ovans 306-736-2624
Sponsors 12 dances throughout the winter months for club members and their guests. New members are al-
ways welcome.
Kipling Girl Guide Company
Dorothy Kovach 306-736-8482
Teaching of girls of all ages to “Lend a Hand” and “Be Prepared” with emphasis on fun.
Brownies 6-9 years, Mondays 6-7:30 pm Kipling Rec. Center.
Ladies Aux. to the Royal Canadian Legion
Gloria Ovans 306-736-2624
Meetings are the third Monday at 7:30 pm at the Legion Club Room.
Hockey
Senior Hockey: Glen Vargo 306-736-2733
Minor Hockey:Jason Balogh 306-736-8414
Recreational Hockey 306-736-8440
Kipling Park and Recreation Board
Monthly meetings 306-736-8440
23ORGANIZATIONS
Kip Fit
April Frater 306-736-8249
Hours of Operation: 6:00 am to 10:30pm. Seven days a week. Located at 504 Railway
Street. Non-profit co-operative. Helping to encourage you to reach your fitness goals.
Youth Center
Mike Zorn 306-736-2704
Open Friday and Saturday from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Volunteers supervise activities and games for teens 13 and up
Kipling & District Handy Van
Town Office 306-736-2515
Public Transportation for mobility impaired and seniors. Runs Monday , Wednesday & Fridays
9:00am-4:00pm. Volunteer Drivers.
Kipling Branch Library
Librarian 306-736-2911
Community Access Computers, books, magazine, DVDs, pre-school story hour, programs.
Moose Mountain Literacy Group
Library 306-736-2911
Promoting literacy and welcoming Newcomers. Oral & Rosetta stone classes. Newcomers so-
cial events.
Kipling Minor Soccer Association
Kevin Marton 306-736-2604
Affiliated with Saskatchewan Soccer, teams in all age categories beginning with 4 years and
under.
Kipling Dance Club
Andrea Balon 306-736-2243
Runs Sept-April. Offers tap, jazz, hiphop for ages 4 years and up.
Kipling & District Music Festival
Susan Lange 306-224-4957
24HERITAGE SITES
KIPLING STATION
Kipling’s connection with railway transportation began when Kipling was designated to become a
CNR Divisional Point in the early 1900’s. The original CNR Station, built in 1908 (Cost $8,274), is
still being utilized today. There were only three depots built using the “Kashabowie” Design.
No other railway used this unique feature. In 1993, the town of Kipling designated the station a
historical building; only the interior has changed.
Old Bekevar Presbyterian Church
The Twin-spire church in Derbrecen, Hungary influenced the style of the church. Built largely with
volunteer labour, cost of construction was $8,000. The church was formally dedicated July 12, 1912.
The church was the cultural center of the Hungarian Community for many years. Services in
English were introduced in 1941.
Today the church has been fully restored. A cairn in honour of the Hungarian pioneers was also
constructed on the original church site. Guided tours are conducted in the months of mid-June,
July and August. Contact person for tours is Garnet Smalley at (306) 224-2006. The church
celebrated its 100th anniversary in July of 2000. The church is utilized throughout the year for
worship services and celebrations.
25PRESERVING OUR PAST
KIPLING & DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY
The Kipling and District Historical Society was
formed in the early 1970’s as part of a research
project on Hungarian communities in Saskatche-
wan. One of the ongoing activities was the devel-
opment of the Kipling Museum with focus on pre
serving the history of the early pioneers in the
community.
Visitors can tour an original heritage home (1903)
complete with furnishings (this house also served
as the first post office in the area), schoolhouse,
blacksmith shop, dental office, service station with
original Esso gas pumps as well as other attract
tions.
The Ovans’ family home was originally bricked in 1906 and the 8,000 bricks used cost $100.00. The brick
laying provided by Mr. W. Nicholson cost $96.00. When the house was moved to the Museum site, the
exterior was restored to original setting. Original owner was Mr. John Ovans, who was also appointed
postmaster at Fitzmaurice in 1895. Interior décor is intact with various furnishings retained from earlier
years and displayed in their original settings.
Churches had a major role in the development of the culture and diversity of the community with settlers
coming from a number of countries. The old Christ Lutheran Church is now situated on the Museum
Grounds. April 4th, 2005 was the church’s Centennial Anniversary.
The museum also features a building with artifacts and pictorial display of Kipling during its early years.
The Kipling history book Pioneers & Progress is available from the Town Office for $75.00.
The museum is open weekends in the months of June, July and August by appointment.
Contact person is Vern Pusch at 306-736-2289.
HERITAGE WALKING TOUR
The Heritage Walking Tour takes you on a
walkabout of our buildings in Kipling with
historical value.
The tour comes with a guide book and map
that may be picked up at the Town Of-
fice ,301 6th Avenue or the Paperclip Cot-
tage, 503 Main Street.
26TOWN CALENDAR
JANUARY
49er’s Curling Bonspiel
Kipling Minor Hockey Day
Oilmens Curling Bonspiel
FEBRUARY
Ladies Curling Bonspiel
MARCH
Big-Little Spiel
Open Curling Bonspiel
Figure Skating Ice Carnival
APRIL
Music Festival
MAY
Swimming Lessons Registration
Minor Ball Day(s) - Girls/Boys
Golf Course & Campgrounds Open
JUNE
Swimming Pool Opens
Heritage Walking Tour
JULY
Swimming Lessons
Summer Parks Program
AUGUST
Swimming Lessons
Summer Parks Program
SEPTEMBER
Museum Days
OCTOBER
Kipling Skating Rink Opens
NOVEMBER
Kipling Holiday Fair
Dale Blackstock Hockey Tournament
DECEMBER
Kipling Dinner Theatre
27503 MAIN STREET
On July 12, 2006 the Town of Kipling traded Kyle McDon-
ald a house for a movie role…
The Red Paper Clip House has become a world-renowned
tourist attraction. A popular tourist destination in Kipling visi-
tors come to see the house that was traded in the paperclip
trade to Kyle MacDonald. Displays reflect Kyle's’ adventure
as he traded from a red paperclip to the house at 503 Main
Street.
In August, 2007, Kyle McDonald released his book “One red
paperclip” about his adventure.
Kyle appeared in “Ripley’s Believe It Or Not… the remarkable
revealed” and Guinness World Records Book 2008” for Most Successful Internet Trade.
WORLDS LARGEST RED PAPER CLIP
The Town of Kipling holds the Guinness
World Record (tm) for the Worlds Largest
Paper Clip.
The “Clip” is located in the center of
beautiful Bell Park at 300 6th Avenue.
Both the park and the Paper Clip take on
a new look with each changing season.
Location: Bell Park on 6th Ave
The Red Paper Clip Stands 15’ 2” tall
3’ 2” wide
and
weighs a whopping 3,043 lbs.
It was built by Ardel Steel in
Regina, Saskatchewan.
www.oneredpaperclip.com
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