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We begin 2023 with a publishing milestone for Saskatoon HOME magazine— 15 years! With the first issue of Saskatoon HOME rolling off the presses in Spring 2008, the magazine has grown into the successful long-standing local publication you see today. Thank you all for sharing so many interesting homes, yards, décor, and stories over the years with us and our readers.

In this issue we have filled the pages with fascinating projects, from local Saskatoon people, following their own passion and love for their homes. Inside we showcase a corner lot tulip display that will soothe your soul. In contrast, have a look at a dark and dramatic décor showstopper in Greenbryre. Learn about the historical spring river break-up and the city of mud that Saskatoon’s early citizens endured. Follow a renovation journey that brought a 115-year-old home back to its original glory in a new part of town. Enjoy some delicious and verdant St. Patrick’s Day dishes from Maureen’s Kitchen. And speaking of verdant, have a look at the evolution of the glorious urban forest that is a Saskatoon hallmark.

The magazine landscape continues to evolve and we have seen many changes to the industry since 2008. It has not always been easy, but we are grateful for the support of our loyal advertisers, our talented team of writers, photographers, editors and designers, and Saskatonians who so generously share their stories. For us here at Saskatoon HOME, there is no doubt it has all been worth it. We love our HOME, and we can’t wait for the next chapter.

Thank you for all your support over the last 15 years, and we hope you join us for another 15.

Sincerely,

Amanda & Rob Soulodre

PROUD OWNERS & PUBLISHERS

CELEBRATING YEARS 15

Issue 61, Spring 2023

ISSN 1916-2324 info@saskatoon-home.ca

Publishers

Amanda Soulodre

Rob Soulodre

Editor

Karin Melberg Schwier

Contributors

Eymeric Widling

Jeff O’Brien

Julie Barnes

Karin Melberg Schwier

Lillian Lane

Maureen Haddock

The booking deadline for advertising in the Summer 2023 issue is April 21, 2023

Contact Amanda for more information.

Email: amanda@saskatoon-home.ca

Phone: 306-373-1833

Text: 306-717-0663

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