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Similar to Katy Perrys 2008 hit, winter conditions in Saskatchewan have been hot and cold, with the mixed weather creating challenging conditions for a ski hill northeast of Regina.

It was a day of racing and fun at Mission Ridge Winter Park Saturday at the annual SaskTel Challenge Cup.

From -30 C temperatures to at times double digits, some could say January was a wild ride for weather in the province.

Most people checking Saskatchewan’s weather forecast will cringe when they see highs in the minus 20s and lows in the minus 30s on the way, but for Anders Svenson, the business manager at Mission Ridge Winter Park, it’s exactly what he’s been waiting for.

After a tough start, Mission Ridge Winter Park is finally able to open more of its slopes.

Hitting the slopes at Mission Ridge is a winter tradition for many in southern Saskatchewan.

For those looking to dust off the skis, you might have more luck. Fort Qu’Appelle’s Mission Ridge is eying an opening date on Dec. 15.

A family business in Fort QuAppelle hit a major milestone on Friday, when the Mission Ridge Winter Park opened for its 50th year.

Mission Ridge Winter Park in Fort Qu'Appelle opened Saturday for people interested in hitting the slopes. Ande...

Saskatchewan’s run of warmer-than-average temperatures is expected to come to an end this weekend. While some might be dreading the chilly weather, it’s good news for a local ski hill. Mission Ridge Winter Park in Fort Qu’Appelle has been open since late last year, but not every one of its runs has been operating. Anders Svenson, business manager and part-owner, said Friday that all the snow in the park is man-made. That’s difficult to maintain in warmer weather. “We need about three ...