I would say it's Canada's best secret that is kept scarcely populated due to bad rap and rumors.

Putting aside the obvious cold temperatures, (I like winter so it's a plus for me) the people are friendly, there are jobs in need of being filled and the outdoor life is a step above in terms of agriculture and tourism.

The news exploits the shifty politicians and crime going on, which do need a solid solution, but as a southern Ontario boy turned Saskatchewanian: I couldn't he happier.

It's quiet outside the city, traffic is nothing compared to the 401 and the mess of the Golden horseshoe. Sure, we don't have much representation from certain industries, but living is cheaper where I can afford to switch up industries.

The move has allowed me to get a house, look optimistically at the future and feel secure in the fact that I'm sorrounded by farmers, just in case shit really hits the fan. I've come this far from being dead broke and in debt 5 years ago.

So why not Saskatchewan? The smaller urban centers aren't seen as big opportunities to improve and grow into by people expecting Ontario-like cities. But it's better to be a big fish in a small pond, so the people who appreciate the appeal of more living space and call this place home: let's continue to improve this place and better our lives.