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Wadena's population is approximately one thousand and five
hundred people, situated on the east shore of the Quill Lakes and in the heart
of the Saskatchewan grain belt.
Wadena has both an Elementary School and High School allowing children from
Wadena and surrounding areas the benefits of high quality education. The Wadena
Hospital has the services of two local physicians as well as the many dedicated
nurses and auxiliary staff. There is also a Seniors complex in which individuals
may live in a close setting with others but are able to still live on their own.
Pleasantview and Weneeda Park Lodge are available to persons who require aid in
caring for themselves, allowing families to have proper care for their loved
ones.
Shamrock Ambulance and the Wadena and District Volunteer Fire Department
are in charge of taking care of Emergency Services within Wadena and surrounding
areas.
Wadena Drugs can take all the pain away with the services of pharmacists
and support staff that will help you with all your needs.
Wadena is also home to local offices for Provincial Crown Corporations.
SaskPower, SaskEnergy and Sasktel can help with all you power and telephone needs.
The
Wadena News keeps all residents abreast of any and all happenings in and around
Wadena.
Banking can be taken care of at the local CIBC,
Royal Bank or Canora
Credit Union. Wadena houses accountants and lawyers for your financial and legal
needs. Two local funeral homes can assist you in the burial of loved ones.
Accommodations are plentiful in Wadena. Visitors have the opportunity to choose
from a variety of places to lie their head.
Restaurants are very plentiful when looking for a place to eat in Wadena. Whether you choose a juicy steak, ginger beef or a
burger and fries, you will satisfy your hungry appetite.
If you require groceries to make your own homemade meal, stop by the Wadena
Co-op or J&M Family Foods for all you require. You can also stop by the
Wadena Bakery to satisfy that sweet tooth with a variety of pastries made
fresh daily. If you require a nice ‘Cold One’ on that warm summers day, stop in
at the Wadena Hotel or pick up some refreshments at the
Wadena Liquor Store.
If you feel like you need to be pampered, locate one of the many hairstylists
for a quick cut, colour or perm. Wadena also boosts the services of a Massage
Therapist who calls Wadena home every Wednesday. Chiropractic Services are also
available every Tuesday of the month, located in the Mini Mall along Highway #5.
If you and your family are touring in the area, you will definitely need to fill
up at one of the six Gas Stations that are located in town. B & D Esso offers
fuel and a variety of confectionary items as well as ‘Diane’s Famous Doughnuts’.
Wadena Co-op Gas Bar and Confectionery offer fuel, propane, confectionery and a
great selection of videos and DVD’s. Wadena Corner Service sells gas along with
their garage services. GK Service sells gas along with confectionery and car wash.
Brendonn Holdings is located on the south entrance into Wadena. Fuel and fuel
supplies are available here with a card lock feature available when needed.
Clark's Service is located north of the Sasktel building along Main Street. Fuel
services are available here as well as small motor services.
Your car may also need to be pampered, which may be taken care of at a variety
of places. Wadena Corner Service will repair you car for the ride home. If you
require a ‘new’ ride home, visit Quill Plains Pontiac Buick to purchase a new
or used vehicle. Tire and suspension repairs can be made at Wadena Tire or
TNT Tire. Along with personal vehicles, Wadena also specializes in Agricultural
Implements and heavy vehicles. RJ Sales and Wheatbelt Sales can help you with
all your Implement needs and Wadena Ag & Truck and
Frontier Truck & Trailer will
keep your rig "shiny side up".
Main Street is also home to a variety of businesses:
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Howe About
Computers
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E&K Variety
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The Bargain Store
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Sunflower Florists
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Water World Industries
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Vysions by Valda
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Wadena Glass and Mye Signs
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Suds and Sew
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Mainline Insurance
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Crawford's
Family Fashions
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Co-op Hardware
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Corner House Crafts and Flowers
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MacDonald's
Furniture
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Jocks Jewelers & Sears.
E-commerce is alive and well in
Wadena. "Hebert the Entertainer", sells his music on-line at
www.herberttheentertainer.com
so your memories of Wadena will be with you where ever you are.
The local division of SARCAN is located at the south-west corner of Wadena along
with Mallard Diversified. This business specializes in aiding persons with
disabilities a place in the local job force. Mallard Diversified is responsible
for maintaining the Blue Recycling Boxes that are located across the street from
SARCAN.
If you are looking to do renovations on your home or just need a few supplies,
Wadena Building Supplies has all your building supply needs. I
Just across the road for Quill Plains Pontiac, you will find
Neilson’s Trucking.
They specialize in all types of trucking needs including excavation and hauling
as well as carrying all types of gravel, sand and soil needs. Located next to
Neilson’s Trucking is Frontier Auctions, who specializes in selling all items
from Agriculture Implements to Households items. Wadena Steel is also located
south of the Canadian National Railway, where they area available for all your
welding needs.
If you are looking for a place to purchase some equipment that leads to some
winter fun, look no further than Wadena Snowmobile Ltd.
The North East Terminal Ltd is located just east Wadena along highway #5. NET
offers a variety of Agricultural Services. Wadena Ag and Truck also offer a full
line of Agricultural supplies and services
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