A massive shout-out and thank you to Nykole King, the Regina Leader-Post, and the Daily Herald for their fantastic feature on our growing SaskCatan community! It is incredibly validating to see our passion for playing Catan in Saskatoon and across the province recognized in the press.
Read the full article on the Daily Herald here
From Local Meetups to National Qualifiers
The article beautifully captures the incredible journey of SaskCatan over the past year. What started as a quiet idea after founder Tyrel Wilgosh attended a modest, 14-person tournament in early 2025 has quickly evolved into a thriving provincial movement. As Tyrel mentioned in the interview, the demand from Saskatchewan players has been amazing, and the friendships forged over the board make every roll of the dice worth it.
Our community has grown from those early days into the premier destination for competitive board games. The feature highlights our ongoing mission: sending four elite Saskatchewan “settlers” to the Canadian National Championship this coming August, where the winner will earn a berth in the 2027 CATAN World Championship!
The Road to the National Championship
We want to extend a huge congratulations to the local champions mentioned in the piece who have already secured their spots:
- Emmanuel Vela, who claimed victory at the Gather Local Market qualifier in Saskatoon.
- James Kwasnicki, who took the crown at the Moose Jaw qualifier.
There are still two coveted seats left to claim for Nationals! As the article notes, the battle for the board continues across the province:
- Regina Qualifier: Players are throwing down at the Escape Club.
- Saskatoon Qualifier: Mark your calendars for our upcoming Saskatoon Catan Tournament on May 16, 2026! This massive event will be hosted at High Key Brewing Co..
Ready to Trade Sheep for Wheat?
Whether you are preparing for your first official qualifier or just looking to play casual board games , there is a seat at the table waiting for you. We host events year-round at community favorites, bringing tabletop gaming right to your neighborhood.