Qu'Appelle River

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The Qu'Appelle River, 430 km long, rises in Lake DIEFENBAKER and meanders generally east across southern Saskatchewan, joining the ASSINIBOINE RIVER just east of the Manitoba border. The broad, tranquil river valley is rich agricultural land, and is famous for the berries that grow on the moist, north-facing slopes. At FORT QU'APPELLE the river widens into a chain of pleasant lakes bordered by parks. The charming name comes from a Cree legend. A young man heard someone call his name as he crossed one of the valley lakes. He replied, "Who calls?" (Qu'appelle), but only his echo answered. He realized later it was his bride-to-be, calling him at the instant of her death.

Author JAMES MARSH


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Four Directions Teachings
Elders and traditional teachers representing the Blackfoot, Cree, Ojibwe, Mohawk, and Mi’kmaq share teachings about their history and culture. Animated graphics visualize each of the oral teachings. This website also provides biographies of participants, transcripts, and an extensive array of learning resources for students and their teachers. In English with French subtitles.

Craven Country Jamboree
The website for the popular Craven Country Jamboree festival, located in Saskatchewan's scenic Qu'Appelle Valley.

Qu'Appelle Valley
Take a virtual tour of Qu'Appelle Valley to explore the fascinating wildlife and geological history of this picturesque region in southern Saskatchewan. Also provides clear explanations of basic ecological and geological concepts related to the natural features of this area. From the University of Regina.

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