Indian Head

Indian Head is a beautiful historic town in southeast Saskatchewan, Canada, 69 kilometres east of Regina. The town is directly north of the Trans-Canada Highway. It had its beginnings in 1882 as the first settlers, mainly of Scottish origin, pushed into the area in advance of the railroad, most travelling by ox-cart from Brandon. The town is known for its federally operated experimental farm and tree nursery, which has produced and distributed seedlings for shelter belts since 1901. For many years the program was run by the Prairie Farm Rehabilitation Administration (PFRA). It was incorporated as a town in 1902. In that year the Canadian Journal , published by James McAra, noted that Indian Head was the largest point of initial shipment of wheat in the world. Today it is run by the Agroforestry Development Centre. Today Indian Head has a range of professional services and tradespeople, financial institutions, and a large number of retail establishments. The television sitcom Little Mosque on the Prairie which aired on CBC Television 2007-12 was filmed in Toronto, Ontario and Indian Head. - Adapted, Community Contributions Residents and visitors will find a unique blend of shops, boutiques and restaurants , supporting a high quality of life in this progressive community. The Town ensures regular maintenance of paved roads, efficient snow clearing, and annual street sweeping. Affordable real estate and taxes make Indian Head an attractive place to do business. Committed to sustainable growth, the municipality offers an attractive array of incentives to new and existing businesses. The municipality is positioned for growth with an approved Official Community Plan in place. Council Meetings are held on the second and fourth Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. CST in Council Chambers located at the Town Office, 421 Grand Avenue, Indian Head, Saskatchewan. The Grand Theatre was built in 1904 as the Indian Head Opera House by Arthur James Osment. It is the oldest, continuously operating theatre in Western Canada. Conveniently located at the junction of Hwys 1 and 56, the tourist centre is the perfect place for a rest. Enjoy the beautiful floral displays, the historic Red River Ox Cart and a buffalo rubbing stone. Don’t leave without taking a selfie at the world famous Indian Head Statue. The Tourist Booth is open from Victoria Day Weekend until Labour Day weekend each year. Operating hours are 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (based on volunteer availability). Located in the green space surrounding Angus Street you will find our newest recreation facility, a 9-hole Disc Golf Course. The Town of Indian Head offers elementary, high school, and postsecondary educational institutions, as well as early childhood education options. Indian Head residents celebrate life year round with festivals as well as sports and recreational special events.