Yorkton
Location: Yorkton is located in east central Saskatchewan. There are three major highways that cross the city: the TransCanada Yellowhead (Highway 16), the Saskota Flyway (Highway 9), and Highway 10, which leads to Regina, Fort Qu’Appelle, and the Qu’Appelle Valley. Although Yorkton is populated by less than 20,000 people, it is the retail and service centre for as many as 200,000 residents in east and west central Saskatchewan and western Manitoba.
Population: Over 17,200
Tourism Businesses:
Airport
Art Galleries
Bed & Breakfasts
Campgrounds
Casino
Cultural Centre
Golf Courses
Hotels/Motels
Restaurants
Retail Outlets
Snowmobile/Farm Tours
Taxi Service
RTW Participants: 90
Hands-On Skills Training:
Entry Level Cook
Testimonials:
"This program helped me a lot in a lot of ways. I learned something new everyday [...] Both of the instructors are very considerate and were there for you when you needed help."
"This program helped me a lot. It got me a job and helped me do a good resume. I improved my communication skills. Overall it made me a better person and more professional."
"[This program] prepared me for the workforce, improved my skills and gave me more knowledge."
"It opened doors to have a career and furthered my experience and training."
"This program helped me get back in the workforce and deal with problems that arise in everyday life."
"I am so thankful for the opportunity to be a part of this program. The tools that I got from this program are much needed. Thank you from the bottom of my heart."
"I have more skills and confidence entering a new place of employment."
Information on Yorkton was taken from the following websites: Tourism Yorkton – About Yorkton and worldweb.com.
