Contests

Saskatoon is Better

CONTEST CLOSED

Hello to our friends living elsewhere in this beautiful province. We know you have a secret. You might think it’s shameful, but we want to let you know that we understand – and it’s ok.

We want to help you come to terms with your “problem”. The first step is admitting it.

Tell your friends and followers your dirty little secret, and you could be the lucky winner of shopping spree in that city you’re hesitant to admit you love.

There’s no need to be ashamed about loving Saskatoon – maybe even more than your hometown.

Tell us why you think Saskatoon is the best city in Saskatchewan, and you could win a $250 gift card for Midtown Plaza – the largest shopping mall in the province – and a $100 gift card to Jerry’s Food Emporium.

It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3…

1.       Login to your Twitter account (or create an account)

2.       Tweet the Number 1 reason you enjoy visiting Saskatoon.

3.       Use the hashtag #yxeisbetter

Terms and Conditions

1. This contest is open to residents of the continental U.S. and Canada* only where such contests are not prohibited by law. The winner must have reached the age of majority in the place he/she resides. Entry into the contest is subject to all federal, provincial, state and local laws and regulations.
2. Contest opening date is 9:00 a.m. CST on August 8, 2012. Contest closing date is 11:59 a.m. CST on August 31, 2012.
3. All entries must be completed and received by the closing date. No responsibility will be taken for entries late, lost or misdirected or for any computer, online or technical malfunctions that may occur. Entrants further agree to release the contesting committee from liability resulting from, or related to participation in the contest.
4. Entries may not be made via phone, fax or email.
5. One (1) winner will be randomly drawn on August 31, 2012.
6. Sorry, but this contest is not open to employees of Tourism Saskatoon or their families.    
7. The prize is non-negotiable and is not redeemable for cash.
8. The prize includes one (1) gift card for Midtown Plaza in Saskatoon - $250 value; and one (1) gift card for Jerry’s Food Emporium in Saskatoon - $100 value.  
9. Prize does not include accommodation in or transportation to Saskatoon.
10. The prize winner will be notified by direct message on Twitter no later than 5 p.m. on August 31, 2012. The contest winner must respond within ten (10) business days or the prize is forfeited to another winner of a random draw.
11. Personal information collected during the course of this contest shall be used by the contesting committee solely for the purposes of conducting the contest and awarding prizes, and will not be used or disclosed for any other purpose unless requests for additional information are made in the entry form or if required by law.
12. All contest entrants agree to be bound by the terms and conditions and adhere to the rules of the contest. The contesting committee in their sole discretion, reserve the right to disqualify any person it finds to be in violation of these rules.

*Residents in the province of Quebec are not eligible to enter this contest.

My Favourite Saskatoon Moment

Share your favourite Saskatoon moment with us and you could win tickets to the NHL Boston Bruins vs. Winnipeg Jets preseason game at Credit Union Centre on September 29, 2012.

Two ways to enter! See details below:

Rules for Facebook contest:

• Share your favourite Saskatoon moment for your chance to win tickets to the NHL Boston Bruins vs. Winnipeg Jets preseason game at Credit Union Centre.
• Complete general entry form including Name, Email, City/Province/Postal Code

Rules for Twitter contest:

• Share your favourite Saskatoon moment for your chance to win tickets to the NHL Boston Bruins vs. Winnipeg Jets preseason game at Credit Union Centre.
• Use the hashtag #myYXEmoment.
• Only entries that include #myYXEmoment will be considered.

Terms and Conditions

1. Contest opens at 12:01 a.m. (CST) July 16, 2012. Contest closes at 11:59 p.m. (CST) on September 16, 2012.
2. This contest is open to residents of the continental U.S. and Canada* only where such contests are not prohibited by law. The winner must have reached the age of majority in the place he/she resides. Entry into the contest is subject to all federal, provincial, state and local laws and regulations.
3. All entries must be completed and received by the closing date. No responsibility will be taken for entries late, lost or misdirected or for any computer, online or technical malfunctions that may occur. Entrants further agree to release the contesting committee from liability resulting from, or related to participation in the contest.
4. Users may enter both the Twitter and the Facebook contest; however, you are only eligible to be the winner of one contest.
5. Entries may not be made via phone, fax or email.
6. Winners will be randomly drawn on September 17, 2012.
7. Sorry, but this contest is not open to employees of Tourism Saskatoon or their families.    
8. The prize is non-negotiable and is not redeemable for cash.
9. Prize winners who entered via Facebook will be notified by email on or before September 19, 2012.
10. Prize winners who entered via Twitter will be notified by direct message on or before September 19, 2012.
11. Contest winners must respond by 5 p.m. (CST) September 21, 2012, or the prize is forfeited to another winner of a random draw.
12. Personal information collected during the course of this contest shall be used by the contesting committee solely for the purposes of conducting the contest and awarding prizes, and will not be used or disclosed for any other purpose unless requests for additional information are made in the entry form or if required by law.
13. All contest entrants agree to be bound by the terms and conditions and adhere to the rules of the contest. The contesting committee in their sole discretion, reserve the right to disqualify any person it finds to be in violation of these rules.

*Residents in the province of Quebec are not eligible to enter this contest.