Seniors

The cost of living in Shaunavon is very reasonable in comparison to surrounding urban areas. The average selling price of a 1200 square foot single detached home amortized over 25 years at 6%, combined with the average property taxes for a residence of this value is substantially cheaper in Shaunavon compared to urban centres. Actual rates for water, sewer, and garbage collection, together with the average electrical and natural gas consumption rates in each location combined with the average cost of a home and average property tax is also lower in Shaunavon. If the cost of living in Shaunavon was assumed to be a base rate of 100%, the urban centers compare as follows: Medicine Hat, Alberta - 177.6%, Regina, Saskatchewan - 135.2%, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan - 141.3%. It is fair to assume that the larger the residence, the greater the variance will be. Likewise, there would be a smaller differential with lower valued properties. According to RCMP data Shaunavon has one of the lowest crime rates for a community if its size. Within Shaunavon seniors can access medical doctors, pharmacy services, chiropractor, dentist, physiotherapist, massage therapist, home nursing & home care. Shaunavon is a part of the Cypress Health Region. Shaunavon also has an in-expensive transportation system that allows seniors to book rides anywhere with the community during regular business hours Monday to Friday by calling the Shaunavon Courtesy car at 297-7989. A Senior Citizen Centre operates all year long with programs and events running almost daily. For entertainment and recreation there is golf, swimming, hockey, Arts Council performances, live theatre, a Rock Club, Bridge clubs, library, hiking trails, rodeo, fishing nearby,Gospel Jamboree. If you are interested in relocating to Shaunavon please contact our Economic Development Committee at 297-2605 or the realtors in our area

	Shaunavon is a community that is an ideal community for retirement. It has lots to offer seniors and retirees who are looking to locate into a Senior friendly community. The cost of living in Shaunavon is very reasonable in comparison to surrounding urban areas. The average selling price of a 1200 square foot single detached home amortized over 25 years at 6%, combined with the average property taxes for a residence of this value is substantially cheaper in Shaunavon compared to urban centres. Actual rates for water, sewer, and garbage collection, together with the average electrical and natural gas consumption rates in each location combined with the average cost of a home and average property tax is also lower in Shaunavon. If the cost of living in Shaunavon was assumed to be a base rate of 100%, the urban centers compare as follows: Medicine Hat, Alberta - 177.6%, Regina, Saskatchewan - 135.2%, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan - 141.3%. It is fair to assume that the larger the residence, the greater the variance will be. Likewise, there would be a smaller differential with lower valued properties. According to RCMP data Shaunavon has one of the lowest crime rates for a community if its size. Within Shaunavon seniors can access medical doctors, pharmacy services, chiropractor, dentist, physiotherapist, massage therapist, home nursing & home care. Shaunavon is a part of the Cypress Health Region. Shaunavon also has an in-expensive transportation system that allows seniors to book rides anywhere with the community during regular business hours Monday to Friday by calling the Shaunavon Courtesy car at 297-7989. A Senior Citizen Centre operates all year long with programs and events running almost daily. For entertainment and recreation there is golf, swimming, hockey, Arts Council performances, live theatre, a Rock Club, Bridge clubs, library, hiking trails, rodeo, fishing nearby,Gospel Jamboree. If you are interested in relocating to Shaunavon please contact our Economic Development Committee at 297-2605 or the realtors in our area
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