There are five major soil zones in Saskatchewan: Brown, Dark Brown, Black, Dark Gray and Gray. What are the main types of soil in Saskatchewan? Though there are many types of soil in Saskatchewan, there are three main orders we see in agricultural land: chernozemic, solonetzic and vertisolic. Chernozemic soils are the most abundant soils […]
Category: Saskatchewan
Does Saskatchewan Use Fossil Fuels?
Saskatchewan’s electricity sector produces the second highest amount of GHG emissions in Canada after Alberta, primarily because of its reliance on fossil fuel-based generation. Does Saskatchewan have coal and fossil fuels? About 80% of Saskatchewan’s electricity generation comes from fossil fuels. As a result of using coal and natural gas, Saskatchewan’s electricity sector produces the […]
Where Does Saskatchewan Get Its Electricity?
About 81% of electricity in Saskatchewan is produced from fossil fuels –approximately 40% from natural gas, 41% from coal, and a very small amount of petroleum in remote off-grid communities. The remaining 19% is produced from renewables, primarily hydroelectricity. Saskatchewan’s largest power station is Boundary Dam. How much of SaskPower comes from coal? Coal creates […]
Where Can I Find Sturgeon In Saskatchewan?
Today Lake Sturgeon are found in the lower portions of the Red Deer, Bow and Oldman rivers and the South Saskatchewan River downstream to Gardiner GS (Cleator et al. 2010). Where are sturgeon found in Saskatchewan? In the North Saskatchewan River, Lake Sturgeon are a catch and release species for sport fishing. There are many […]
Does Saskatchewan Use Solar Energy?
Solar power is becoming a popular option. About 1,200 homes and businesses use it in Saskatchewan as an extra supply source. Do solar panels work in Saskatchewan? Saskatchewan has the highest potential to produce solar energy in all of Canada, receiving more solar irradiation than any other province or territory! According to data from Natural […]
Who Owns The Roads In Saskatchewan?
Although the provincial government does provide some assistance for road upkeep, Saskatchewan’s municipalities are largely responsible for the 165,000 km of municipal road in the province. Who owns the roads in Canada? Provincial/territorial governments are therefore responsible for the planning, design, construction, operation, maintenance and financing of highways within their jurisdiction. Transport Canada is closely […]
What Glacier Feeds The South Saskatchewan River?
The South Saskatchewan River begins in Ro cky Mountains in Alberta where two mountainous tributaries join to create the South Saskatchewan River: the Oldman, and Bow Rivers. What is the source of the South Saskatchewan River? South Saskatchewan RiverSources What are the main sources of water in the South Saskatchewan River? Glacier and snowmelt from […]
How Much Can You Drink And Drive In Saskatchewan?
Whether you’re a new driver 1 or an experienced driver 2, the following offences come with the same consequences: driving with a . 08 blood alcohol content (BAC) or over. driving while impaired. Is it zero tolerance for drinking and driving in Saskatchewan? The legal drinking age in Saskatchewan is 18 or 19, depending on […]
When Can You Drink And Drive In Saskatchewan?
Hence, the government has set an alcohol limit for driving in Canada. So, what is the legal limit to drink and drive? It is determined based on the amount of alcohol in the blood – called Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC). The BAC legal limit for drivers in Saskatchewan is 0.08. Can you have a drink […]
Do Motorcycles Need Out Of Province Inspection In Saskatchewan?
Out-of-province motorcycles Your motorcycle will need a mechanical inspection if it hasn’t been previously registered in Saskatchewan or has been most recently registered in another jurisdiction with a Normal, Rebuilt, Damaged or Salvage status. Does Saskatchewan require out of province inspection? Inspection requirements A vehicle recently registered in another jurisdiction must pass a mechanical safety […]