Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, has been named one of the nine most neighborly towns in the Canadian Prairies, according to the World Atlas, which describes the city’s downtown as “picturesque” and highlights its vibrant city attractions. The list encompasses towns across Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba.
Reacting to the recognition, Mayor James Murdock attributed the city’s reputation to its welcoming community spirit. “Moose Jaw has always been known as a friendly community,” he said. “That friendly component, the smiles — it’s always there. That’s why Moose Jaw has earned the nickname ‘The Friendly City.’ People feel welcome, safe, and secure here.”
The World Atlas article emphasizes the warmth of the local community, noting that visitors are often greeted with genuine enthusiasm. It specifically mentions some of Moose Jaw’s key attractions, including the Tunnels of Moose Jaw, the Kinsmen Sidewalk Days street festival, and the Saskatchewan Festival of Words.
The unranked list, which includes towns from across the Prairies, also features:
- Steinbach, Manitoba
- Weyburn, Saskatchewan
- Dauphin, Manitoba
- Swift Current, Saskatchewan
- Morden, Manitoba
- Portage la Prairie, Manitoba
- Estevan, Saskatchewan
- Lloydminster, Alberta/Saskatchewan
Mayor Murdock further reflected on the city’s collective sense of pride and unity. “We’re all proud of our community. It’s built not on the shoulders of one or two individuals, but by the entire group — the 35,000 citizens who make up our great city,” he said. “Though we’re a healthy-sized city, we also have a large rural community, and there’s a sense of pride in being a good neighbor. When everyone does their small part, great things happen.”
This recognition as one of the most neighborly towns in the Prairies, according to Mayor Murdock, underscores the importance of community spirit in making Moose Jaw a top tourist destination.
