SaskLakes in the Media

SaskLakes has been referenced by local, national, and international media as a source for Saskatchewan lake data, maps, and on-the-ground information.

Coverage includes reporting on wildfires, water conditions, recreation, and lake access across the province.

Local & Regional Media

• SaskToday
  Sask angler builds lake database to simplify access for outdoors enthusiasts
• CKOM / CJME
  Referenced during reporting on Saskatchewan wildfires and Turtle Lake algae blooms, linking to SaskLakes mapping and lake information.
  • Saskatchewan wildfire update
  • Turtle Lake algae bloom concerns
• SaskNOW / paNOW / BattlefordsNOW / MeadowLakeNOW
  Regional reporting linking to SaskLakes maps and lake information as well as dad's 70 lakes challenge
  • Man swims in 70 different Sask. lakes to mark milestone birthday
  • Algae blooms, development concerns at Turtle Lake prompt call for input
• CBC News Sask
  Regional reporting about dad's 70 lakes challenge, and wildfire coverage on the site.
  • Sask. man takes the plunge in 70 lakes to celebrate 70th birthday
  • Sask. man makes it his mission to swim in 70 lakes before he turns 70
  • Sask. man's website showcasing province's lakes becomes information hub about wildfires
• Vacationland News
  Vacationland News had a really great article about SaskLakes in the January 14, 2026 edition.

National & International Media

• Washington Post
  Canada wildfires: land burned and smoke coverage
• MSN
  Syndicated coverage referencing SaskLakes during national wildfire reporting.
  • Canada wildfire coverage

Media references listed here reflect independent reporting that linked to or cited SaskLakes as a source of lake information.

Media Inquiries

Hey, this is Matt Siemens. I'm the person behind SaskLakes and I'm happy to talk with reporters working on stories related to Saskatchewan lakes, water conditions, recreation, or access.

I can help with background information, maps, photos, and data from the site, or provide context for how the information is gathered and used.

If you're working on a story and think SaskLakes could be helpful, feel free to reach out to me at [email protected].