Town of Waldheim

A Community of Ideals, The Ideal Community!

About

Our Vision

VISION

“A Community of Ideals – The Ideal Community”

MISSION

By providing a broad range of services, amenities and recreational opportunities in a safe, caring environment to enhance the quality of living experienced by our residents.

VALUES

QUALITY OF LIVING
GOOD STEWARDSHIP
PROSPERITY

GOALS

To grow the population of the community to 1,200 residents
To provide sustainable, quality services
To provide opportunities for partnerships with other organizations and surrounding communities
Communicate effectively with the community
Encourage Community involvement
Promote excellence in Leadership

Our History

 

The history of Waldheim is founded in many elements: Faith, toil of the land, enterprise, industry and hard work, vision for the future and strong community leadership.

The first recorded settlers came to Waldheim in 1893. They were the Heppners from Manitoba and the Neufelds from South Dakota. The years of 1899 – 1901 brought many homesteaders from both Manitoba and South Dakota. These homesteaders were predominately of Mennonite Faith although there was a group of Seventh Day Adventist and Lutheran families that also homesteaded here.  The lovely community of Waldheim, “home in the woods,” began to take shape in this rich farming area of the Saskatchewan Valley.

The First World War (1914 – 1918) and the Russian Revolution (1917) impacted greatly on the history and population growth of Waldheim. Originally one of the Articles of Faith for Mennonites was the opposition to bearing arms. During the First World War, the American Government revoked conscientious objector status, and many Mennonite men of military age, often along with their parents and families settled in the Waldheim area. The Russian Revolution brought severe hardship and persecution to the Mennonites of that country, and as a result, many of them fled to Canada and many also settled in the Waldheim area.

With the development of the first Post Office in 1900, Waldheim officially came into being as a hamlet. Village status was conferred with the arrival of the C.N.R. in 1908 and the steady increase in population. Town status was achieved in 1967, with the population being around 500 people.

Waldheim Main Street

In the early years, enterprizing citizens developed many business to meet the needs of ever more people coming into the community. These building years brought a Mail Service/Post Office, Black Smith Shop, Watch Repair Shop, Butcher Shop, a Tin Smith, Cobbler, Barber, Shoe Store, Pool Hall, General Stores, Cafes, Livery Stable and Dray Service, Trucking Business, Hardware Store, Hospital, and a Veterinarian.

Historically, the stength and growth of any community is tied to the hard work and vision of the founding familes. It is the early years that set the stage for success or failure. Waldheim has been blessed in this regard. The “founding fathers” of Waldheim lobbied for the railroad, saw the need for commerce, developed the school and churches, built the roads and sidewalks and later brought the amenities and sevices such as telephone, electricity, gas, water and sewer.

In recounting the history of Waldheim, it is important to remember the details of both language and faith, and their impact on the history and culture of the community. German was the first language and English, second. School work was taught in English, and in the early years this formed its own challenges to students and teachers alike. In spite of, or parhaps because of the language obstacle, Waldheim has consistently turned out students excelling in academics. Music has always been a large part of this community, and it has always been so much richer for the abundance of musical talent throught the area.

Sports has always played a role in the history of Waldheim, and has been an intregal part of the physical and recreational aspect of the lives of the people. Softball, hockey, curling and snowmobiling have all been front and centre. In both softball and hockey the community has turned out its share of stars. Hockey and curling still fill the arena and curling rink during the cold winter months.

Sources: Waldheim Community Profile
Waldheim Remembers the Past

About Us

Waldheim-A Community of Ideals- The Ideal Community

The community of 1,213 is located 55 km north of Saskatoon along Highway#312 and offers a variety of businesses and services for its residents. Town operations are overseen by the Mayor and six Councilors: John Bollinger, Chris Ens, Trevor Hiebert, Ashten Hiebert, Sheldon Hildebrand, Nick Sochaski and Gary Schultz, Chief Administrative Officer D. Chris Adams, Administrative Assistant Kathy Schultz and Maintenance Foreman Dave Harms.

The Town of Waldheim is one of many communities north of Saskatoon experiencing an increase in housing development.

The most recent interest within the community pertains to the sales of lots within two separate developments: one private and one town owned. The town development in the eastern portion of the community offered 11 full serviced lots, 5 remain available. Purchasers have two years to build.

The Town has been taking a proactive approach by continually working on a long term strategic plan for the community. Town infrastructure and lagoon capability with ample capacity is key to accommodate continued growth.

A 13 unit senior housing facility provides quality housing for seniors capable of independent living without having to do yard and building maintenance. Housing size ranges from 1140 to 1900 square foot residences that resemble free-style condominiums.

In addition to residential growth, council are ‘exploring’ the idea of constructing a new municipal administrative building that would contain office, storage and council chambers as well as house the local public library. Council is also investigating the idea of a lineal park for youth activities.

The community of Waldheim offers many amenities including K-12 Public School, Regional Library, Museum, both of which are housed in the historical CN Station building, a Medical Centre with a Doctor, Chiropractor, Physiotherapist and Public Health Nurse and numerous organizations, sports and recreational activities.

Modern technology of high speed internet and cell phone coverage has contributed to the rise in home-based businesses within the community of Waldheim.

Waldheim residents and council experience a pride of ownership. Residents work to improve the visual aspect of their property with trees, flowers and overall cleanliness whereas council and town staff have assisted with the improved visual appearance of the town. A new town sign has been erected at the south entrance of the community and an attractively designed sign corridor located along Highway 12 has raised public awareness of the community. The majority of the abundantly tree lined streets within the community are paved. A curbside recycling program has been effective since its inception in 1994.  The picturesque Sam Wendland Heritage Park centrally located next to the CN station is well utilized by all residents of the community.

A variety of businesses provide residents with an assortment of goods from groceries and giftware to pharmaceuticals and hardware. The community is served by a well trained fire department and first responders. A new multi function recreational complex with an NHL size ice surface and three sheets of curling ice has recently been completed.

The beautiful mature treed Valley Regional Park which contains a 9 hole sand green golf course, lit ball diamonds, electrical and non-electrical campsites, and modern washroom facilities lies adjacent to the community.

Visitors and guests requiring more information about the town, its services or businesses can contact the town office at 306-945-2161

Contact

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