About North Battleford
Steeped in rich history and cultural heritage, the Battlefords offer a unique blend of adventure, relaxation, and discovery. From the storied Battleford Provincial Park to the lively streets of North Battleford, this area serves as a crossroads of ancient traditions and modern vitality.
Where two rivers converge
Nestled in the Aspen Parkland between the Boreal Forest and the open Prairie, the Battlefords are the hub of outdoor adventure in Northwest Saskatchewan. Our sprawling river valleys, rolling hills, and lakes offer stunning landscapes and we are home to a plethora of plant and animal species. Our history is largely based on the two rivers that converge here- the Battle River which flows from the Foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Alberta, and the mighty North Saskatchewan River which rises in the midst of the Rockies near Jasper, Alberta. Before European settlement in the West, the Battle River was known as the "Fighting River"; and it marked the boundary between Blackfoot and Cree Territory.
The Battleford
Region Population
The City of North Battleford has a population of 13,556 (estimated 2024), while North Battlefords immediate region has a population of 19, 375 (2023).
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The fifth largest city in Saskatchewan, the City of North Battleford is located north of the North Saskatchewan River - directly across from the Town of Battleford.
History
Steeped in history
For thousands of years a strong indigenous presence has shaped the Battlefords and area. Notable figures like Chief Poundmaker and Big Bear, advocates of aboriginal rights and negotiators of government treaties, Allen Sapp, world renowned Cree painter, and Gordon Tootoosis, internationally acclaimed actor, are among some who have left an indelible stamp and enduring legacy of aboriginal culture in the Battlefords. With seven surrounding First Nations aboriginal pride is very much alive and prominent in the Battlefords today.
We can only understand our future by understanding our history. The Battlefords' history has had more news written about it than most communities in Western Canada. This history has not been lost but has been carefully preserved to assure a firm foundation for its future.
We can only understand our future by understanding our history. The Battlefords' history has had more news written about it than most communities in Western Canada. This history has not been lost but has been carefully preserved to assure a firm foundation for its future.
Land Acknowledgement
Destination Battlefords acknowledges that we are located in Treaty 6 Territory
and that all the people here are beneficiaries of this treaty. Treaty 6
encompasses the lands of the Cree, Dakota, Nakota, Saulteaux and the
homeland of the Métis Nation. We are dedicated to ensuring that the spirit of
Treaty 6 is honoured and respected. This acknowledgement also reaffirms our
relationship with one another, and that we are committed to move forward in
partnership with Indigenous Nations in the spirit of reconciliation and
collaboration, to work together to build a shared future.
and that all the people here are beneficiaries of this treaty. Treaty 6
encompasses the lands of the Cree, Dakota, Nakota, Saulteaux and the
homeland of the Métis Nation. We are dedicated to ensuring that the spirit of
Treaty 6 is honoured and respected. This acknowledgement also reaffirms our
relationship with one another, and that we are committed to move forward in
partnership with Indigenous Nations in the spirit of reconciliation and
collaboration, to work together to build a shared future.
