About Watson, Sask.

     Watson is a thriving community of 850 people, located at the Junction of Highway 6 and Highway 5, northwest of the Quill Lakes.

Below is a map of the streets of Watson.

     This progressive town boasts a manufacturing sector and a progressive attitude. The location, as well as the fact that it is surrounded by a number of  innovative industrial businesses, lends to Watson’s slogan "The Industrial Crossroads of Saskatchewan".

     Watson claims to be the site of the original Santa Claus Day. In 1932, a settler named Jake Smith formulated the idea of having a Santa Claus Day. The town still celebrates the event and has erected a 25 foot Santa Claus. Be sure to have your photo taken with Santa.

     The Town of Watson has a new website that gives lots of information about the town, very well done and worth a look.

     If you are in the area, stop by and visit the sites and services available here.