FAQs
Living In Lumsden
Where is The Country development located?
The Country is located in the Town of Lumsden, Saskatchewan, off Highway 11 in the scenic Qu’Appelle Valley.
How far is Lumsden from Regina?
Lumsden is located approximately 15 minutes away from the Regina bypass and major traffic exchanges. Using the bypass, you can get from your front door to Costco in under 35 minutes.
Does Lumsden have a school?
Lumsden is home to two schools. École Lumsden offers French Immersion (kindergarten to grade 8) and English track (pre-kindergarten to grade 8) provincial curricula. Lumsden High School, located right next door, offers standard provincial curricula to grades 9-12 (with French Immersion currently available for grade 9 and grades 10-12 to be added over the next three years). Both schools are operated as part of the Prairie Valley School Division and offer a wide range of extra-curricular activities and sports.
What kind of services does Lumsden have?
Lumsden has all of the major services, including education, childcare, sewer and wastewater, snow removal and street sweeping, weekly garbage pick-up, services for seniors, campgrounds, public parks and rentable facilities, post office, RCMP and fire services, emergency medical services, and pharmacy.
Lumsden also has a number of amenities and local businesses including; automotive, financial, fitness, health and beauty, six restaurants/bars, and liquor store.
What is available or nearby for recreation?
Lumsden boasts several attractions, organizations and organized sports for families of all ages to enjoy and participate in.
- Extracurricular clubs and sports for school-aged children (soccer, badminton, skating, etc.)
- Summer swimming program, ball diamonds
- Baseball, softball leagues, Lumsden Sports Centre and Rink, and Nordic Ski Club
- Beaver / Cubs / Scouts, Sparks / Brownies / Guides / Pathfinders, Curling Club.
- Splash pad, skatepark, dog park, playgrounds
- Golf at Deer Valley and Flowing Springs
- Fishing, canoeing, and hiking
- Arts and culture through community band and choir, the Lumsden Museum, public library and galleries
- Several lake and beach areas and campgrounds (Dallas Valley Ranch Camp, Riverpark Campground, Regina Beach, Saskatchewan Beach, etc.)
- Senior activities, Legion, and Lions Club
- Fitness & health center, yoga studio, and massage therapists
The Country development will feature around 5 acres of accessible, usable greenspace—a neighbourhood park.
Building Your Home
When will the development be ready for construction?
In Spring 2023, we finalized the details and got ready for construction. Officially on September 8, 2023, we started digging.
22 lots in Phase 1A are available for purchase. Reach out to one of our Preferred Builders and start building the home of your dreams!
I want to build a house in The Country – what do I need to do to get that started?
Our preferred builders are here to bring your home in The Country to life. Click here to see a list of our established Builder Partners and to learn more about getting started.
How big are the lot sizes?
In one word, BIG. We understand the reason you want to move to The Country is to have more space. We are offering affordable lots that are a minimum of 50’ frontage and between 120 and 190’ deep.
The Country offers you modern country living with more space, more nature, and more sky. Escape the congestion, traffic, and cost of suburban living for a better outlook.
Are there any homeowners rules or regulations I need to be aware of?
Quality is the foundation of The Country. We are establishing architectural controls that will align with the vision. These guidelines will ensure your neighbourhood embraces the best parts of the area to give you a home and community that is scenic, spacious, and serene.
I’m a builder and I want to build in The Country – who do I contact?
Interested builders can send an email to info@thecountry.ca
Still have questions? Send us a message!
Located in the horizon community of Lumsden, The Country welcomes you to modern country living with well-built homes and a true sense of community.
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