| Melfort’s population is just under
6000 and it is located 180 kilometres by road from Saskatoon,
the nearest city. Bluffs of trees are interspersed with
rich farmland. It is a shopping and agricultural service
centre and has several light industries. |
 |
On the road into Melfort are various small industries
related to the agricultural economy
|
|
 |
The main street of Melfort, December 2003. The
red brick building in the centre was the original
post office and is now a museum.
|
|
 |
View of farmland surrounding
Melfort, March 2003.
|
|
 |
Inland grain terminal demonstrates
the importance of agriculture in the local economy.
|
|
 |
Parkland provides winter and
summer recreation options.
|
|
 |
The sun sets early during winter
months in Saskatchewan.
|
|
|
|
