Land Records

Some of the most heavily used records at the Provincial Archives are those that relate to the land located within the province’s boundaries.  In particular, the homestead files created to administer the dispersal of first Dominion, then provincial lands, have proven to be a rich source of historical information that reaches far beyond their routine administrative purpose.  (Cliquer ici pour obtenir la version française.)

Researchers may click on the titles listed below to learn more about:

• the history and background of settlement on the land in Saskatchewan;
• the legal land description system used in Saskatchewan;
• how to find a homestead file or other land records for an individual or group that settled in Saskatchewan;
• other land records available at the Provincial Archives; and
• Saskatchewan-related land records available at other repositories.

History and Background: The Administration of Land in Saskatchewan

• Homesteading
• Transfer of Land to Saskatchewan in 1930
• Land Titles
• Helpful Definitions
• Bibliography of Useful Sources

Homestead Files at the Provincial Archives

• What is a homestead file?
• Pre 1930 homestead file series (S 42)
• Post 1930 homestead file series (S 43)
• Documents found in homestead files
• Viewing or ordering reproductions of homestead files

Other Saskatchewan Land Records

Search For A Pre-1930 Homestead File