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 Upcycling Rainwater
Gardening season is underway and now is a great time to consider harvesting rainwater. It’s beneficial for your plants since it has micro-nutrients and doesn’t contain contaminants that can be found in tap water. It also helps to reduce stormwater runoff of polluted water from our urban surfaces into our natural waterways during heavy rainfall.
 

A basic rain barrel collects water from a downspout (ensure you have a diverter for when the barrel gets full) with a water outlet on the lower portion of the barrel. Elevating the barrel helps the water flow. Some rain barrels also have an option to connect multiple barrels to collect more rainwater.

For condo balconies, rain harvesting can be as simple as placing yogourt containers near the balcony railing when it rains, and when it’s filled, put the lids on for storage.

Whichever way you collect rainwater, store it in a shaded spot and use the water within a week or two of collection to prevent bacteria and algae growth.

Before getting started, check to see if there are any restrictions for harvesting rainwater in your area. Also note that since it’s not treated it shouldn’t be consumed. If you are watering edible plants, water the soil only, not the plant itself. 

Together, with water-saving measures such as installing low-flow faucets and toilets, rainwater harvesting is another way to help preserve one of Earth’s most valuable resources and cutting down your water bill.

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 Bring Your Home to Life with a Gallery Wall

Decorating a blank wall can be a challenge. If you are looking for ideas, a timeless and interesting option to consider is a gallery wall. While there are no hard and fast rules, here are some tips on how to create a gallery wall you will love:

  • If you like clean lines, make a grid pattern of the same size and style pictures, or if you desire an eclectic look, use a mix of photos and art of different sizes and styles. 
  • For a pleasing aesthetic flair, use a cohesive colour scheme or repeat two to three colours and styles. 
  • Float mount your art to elevate its impact.
  • Before hanging, create the layout of your gallery wall on the floor, and space each piece about 3 inches apart.

For eclectic-looking gallery walls: 

  • Place one large piece of art off-centre so it’s not the entire focal point and place the second largest piece separate from it on a diagonal for balance.
  • Include a mini grid with up to four pictures of the same size, style, and frame aligned with each other. 
  • Mix horizontal and vertical pieces for visual interest.
  • Include dimensional pieces such as mirrors, textiles, kid art, and sconces to give the eye a break from the grid-like pattern.

Think of a big, empty wall as a blank canvas on which you can create a personal masterpiece of what’s meaningful and impactful to you.


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RECORD HOME PRICES IN APRIL AS INVENTORY REMAINS TIGHT ACROSS SASKATCHEWAN
Saskatchewan reported 1,470 home sales in April, marking a 10 percent decline compared to April 2024, the second-strongest April on record in our province. However, despite the year-over-year dip, sales remained significantly above the 10-year average for the 22nd consecutive month — a clear sign of continued market strength.
New listings were also down, falling over seven percent year-over-year and sitting 17 percent below the 10-year average. These persistent supply shortages continue to limit inventory recovery, even as sales ease slightly.
 
“Our market continues to demonstrate remarkable resilience, with 22 straight months of sales outperforming long-term trends,” said Association CEO, Chris Guérette. “Although sales decreased in April compared to last year, this isn’t a demand issue — it's an inventory issue. The current inventory situation directly impacts our market’s ability to sustain even higher sales.”
At the end of April, there were 4,371 active listings across the province — up slightly from 3,851 in March. Despite this monthly increase, inventory was still down 18 percent year-over-year and remains nearly 50 percent below the 10-year average.
Tight market conditions continue to drive higher home prices, as Saskatchewan’s residential benchmark price rose to a record-high $360,500 in April —up from $353,600 in March and more than 6 percent higher than April 2024.
“We’re pleased to see our market weathering both economic uncertainty and ongoing supply challenges,” Guérette added. “It remains a challenging time for prospective buyers, but we’re cautiously optimistic that the slight rise in inventory this month is a step in the right direction.”
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Regional Highlights
Nearly every economic region in the province reported year-over-year sales declines in April. However, the Yorkton-Melville region was an outlier, reporting sales eight percent higher than April 2024 and over 18 percent above long-term, 10-year trends.
 
The Regina-Moose Mountain and Saskatoon-Biggar regions continue to experience the tightest market conditions in the province, as both regions report less than two-and-a-half months of supply heading into May.
 
Price Trends
Despite modest year-over-year sales declines, supply challenges and competitive market conditions resulted in price gains across nearly all regions of the province in April.
 
The City of Humboldt reported benchmark price gains of nearly 12 percent in April, while Melfort (11.3 percent), Moose Jaw (10.9 percent), Prince Albert (8.0 percent) and North Battleford (6.9 percent) all reported notable gains.
 
City of Regina
The City of Regina reported 365 sales in April, down 13 percent year-over-year but still well outpacing long-term, 10-year averages by over 26 percent.
 
There were 494 new listings in April, down four percent year-over-year and over seven below the 10-year average. Of note, 179 of the 636 units available at month’s end were already conditionally sold, leaving just 457 active units heading into May.
 
Regina reported a record benchmark price of $335,500 in April, up from $326,300 in March and over five percent above April 2024.
 
City of Saskatoon
Saskatoon reported 440 sales in April, down nearly 16 percent year-over-year but 11 percent above the 10-year average.
 
New listings declined by 12 percent year-over-year and over 18 percent below long-term trends. Of the 681 available units at month’s end, 230 were conditionally sold, leaving just 451 units on the market with active status.
 
Saskatoon continues to set new price records, with a benchmark price of $422,600 in April, up from the prior record of $415,900 in March and over seven percent above April 2024.
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