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Resident Karen Smith stands for a photograph beside one of town’s welcome signs in Love, Sask., Thursday, April 11, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS


April 15, 2024

In the heart of Saskatchewan lies the quaint village of Love, aiming to establish itself as a charming wedding destination. With a population of 72, Love embraces its name, unveiling a new wedding chapel to facilitate couples' celebrations of love.

Marvin Torwalt, regarded as Love's resident historian, reflects on the sentiment, asserting, "Everybody should be in Love at least once in their lives." Over the years, Love received numerous requests from couples seeking to wed in the village, prompting the community to enhance its romantic allure.

Mayor Shelley Vallier shares the village's endeavor to transform into a symbol of love, renaming streets and fostering an environment conducive to romance. Through community effort, including donations and fundraising, Love's vision materializes, exemplified by the conversion of an old Canadian Pacific Railway bunkhouse into a wedding chapel adorned with donated artifacts, such as a Canadian National Railway bell.

Despite its small size, Love has a rich history rooted in the early 1930s, when families migrated to the area seeking refuge from the Great Depression. Initially thriving with bustling businesses, Love's name origins vary from tales of romantic encounters to the arrival of a train conductor named Tom Love. Despite economic downturns and dwindling populations, the affection for Love endured, with dedicated residents preserving its legacy.

Recent years have seen a resurgence in Love's population, coupled with revitalized community engagement. However, financial obstacles, such as the need for roof repairs and delayed development plans, pose challenges to Love's aspirations.

Nevertheless, Love's commitment to celebrating love remains unwavering, evident in the post office's reception of letters requesting Love-themed stamps for wedding invitations and Valentine's cards. Connie Black, a local postal worker, finds joy in contributing to countless love stories, emphasizing the village's unique role in fostering romance.

As Love navigates its journey to prominence as a wedding destination, its dedication to love serves as a beacon of hope, symbolizing the enduring power of affection in a world filled with challenges.

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