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| Geography |  The Town of Outlook is located along Highway #15 in west central Saskatchewan. Outlook is only 100 kilometres (kms) south of Saskatoon on Highways #45 & #7 or #219. The town is situated on the banks of the South Saskatchewan River.
Gardiner Dam and Lake Diefenbaker are a short 35-minute drive from Outlook.
| | History | As two men stood awestruck, standing on the edge of a colossal valley expanse staring down at the fierce river rushing below them, time stopped for a moment. Silence stirred over the wildly, raging South Saskatchewan, broken by one man who emblazoned the words which would forever mark the beautiful sight the two CPR officials beheld.
The silence of that single moment, 'What a wonderful outlook!' still ring true for the scenic riverside Outlook is now built upon.
The dream of such a riverside town was realized on August 26, 1908 when the auction of lots commenced. Investors were curious from the onset, as Outlook became a gateway to the west equipped with a huge railway station centered in one of the most beautiful spots on the prairies.
On November 23, 1908 the citizens of Outlook welcomed the first train. Within the month the CPR had provided tri-weekly train service carrying huge piles of lumber. November 1, 1909 Outlook would be officially declared a town.
| | Economic Information | With the largest irrigation project in the province, Outlook has diversified its strong, traditional agriculture base to become 'Saskatchewan's Garden'. Specialty crops such as sunflowers, corn, potatoes and vegetables are of very high quality, making Outlook a good location choice for food processing companies and related support industries. Water, energy and land are plentiful. Outlook is serviced by truck, transport, and courier services with primary weights on Highway 15 year round.
Outlook is not only an agriculture-based community but is a growing technology center. High Speed Internet is available throughout the town. The core of our high tech development is a web-based business with a North American focus. With Outlook's close proximity to Saskatoon, it has excellent potential for telecommuting.
Outlook has a very active Chamber of Commerce made up of local businesses, the town, economic development and tourism committees. The economic development offices of Mid Sask Regional Economic Development Authority/Community Futures Development Corporation located in Outlook provide assistance to entrepreneurs; whether it is financing, business plan assistance or community projects.
Combined with lower living expenses and small town lifestyle, Outlook is a great place to raise a family and do business.
| | Attractions | The Outlook & District Regional Park - situated along the South Saskatchewan River has 50 electrified campsites, a junior size Olympic swimming pool, hiking trails and the Riverview Golf Course. A canopy of 800-year-old American elm trees covers the park.
Skytrail - Canada's Longest Pedestrian Bridge - Outlook's newest attraction is the pedestrian bridge. The bridge is three thousand feet (915m) long and stands 156 feet (47.5m) above the South Saskatchewan River.
The Outlook Recreation Complex - hosts a skating rink, 4-sheet curling rink and lounge (new in 2001) and a 4-lane bowling alley. Adjacent to the Rec Plex are five lush green ball diamonds, utilized by minor ball and adult slo-pitch teams.
The Outlook & District Heritage Museum - located in the former railroad station has over 2500 artifacts from the area. Highlights include a caboose, a 'jigger', a large arrowhead collection, an old jail cell, a beautiful polished antique stove.
Kinsmen Park & Summer Playground Program - large playground and paddling pool with a major summer program offered for children during July and August.
The Canada Saskatchewan Irrigation Diversification Center - located on the southern outskirts of town. This is a research facility hosting scientists worldwide tests a variety of agricultural practices, diseases and chemicals under dryland and irrigation. The center has many tours during the summer as well as a field day in July.
Murals - located on buildings throughout Outlook which portray the areas heritage and industry.
Landing of the Sandhill Cranes ¿ `At Outlook, cranes concentrate on sandbars in the river from the railway bridge north for perhaps 24 kms. Outlook lies just 5 kms south of the regional boundary, but even within that stretch of river, the annual fall concentration numbers between 4,000-5,000 birds. An estimated 8,000 cranes were settled there on 7 October 1989.' (Shadick in Koes, Taylor 1990b).
Outlook is also situated only 35 minutes from Lake Diefenbaker and Gardiner Dam. Our location makes us a great place to shop and stay while enjoying the lake.
| | Other Info | Outlook offers a large and varied array of services, a selection so large and unique it rivals that of many cities in Saskatchewan. Outlook has become a powerful community within the district and within the province.
One of the more important aspects of Outlook is that it has become a center for our district. We are home for the school division offices, the Great Plains College plus the central offices for the Regional Economic Development Offices and the Community Futures Development Corporation. We also have a level 4 Senior's Care Center, as well as a Private Seniors Home. Construction on the new Outlook and District Integrated Health Centre is scheduled to begin in the autumn of 2005.
Outlook boasts very important services such as a hospital, medical clinic, dental clinic, chiropractor, massage therapy, several natural health services available in the area, counseling services, home care, and three schools: the public Outlook High School, the private Lutheran Collegiate Bible Institute, and a public Elementary School all of which serve the many small towns surrounding Outlook. In addition, we have vet services for your pets.
Very high quality water
Seniors Centre
Curbs and gutters
Royal Canadian Legion
Clean and well kept
Automotive dealerships
Many services for seniors
Clothing department store
7 churches
Pharmacy
RCMP Detachment
Home Centre and Lumber Yard
Hardware stores
3 chartered banks
1 Credit Union
Building Contractors
Grocery Stores
Convenience Stores
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