Step Into Yorkton’s History

A close-up look of the old city centre of Yorkton

Yorkton has a long and proud history that began in 1882. Some of the old buildings and stories still around today show how Yorkton became a busy and successful place.

Whiskey Man is the translation for the surname Bronfman

In the early 1900's, one of the Bronfman brothers was the main owner of the Balmoral Hotel. Written as a 75 - year celebration project in 2013, this is the saga of the Balmoral Hotel and Bronfman brothers. It is a compilation of research and folklore about the hotel's colourful past, local businesses and prohibition.

Explore our history through the lives and stories of early pioneers

Take a walking tour of the Yorkton Cemetery. Explore 28 historic sites across 10.5 acres filled with trees. Use the map in the book to guide your own peaceful stroll.

It is a project celebrating the centennial of the Province of Saskatchewan

The book, written in 2005, chronicles Yorkton's history from pre-colonization forward.