Moose Jaw

The questions people ask first about Moose Jaw, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.

• Cash or card?Currency is the Canadian dollar (CAD, $).Canada-wide
• SIM or eSIMRogers, Bell and Telus plus cheaper brands (Fido, Koodo, Public Mobile); prepaid SIMs in malls and stores.Canada-wide
• Tap waterTap water is drinkable; treat water from lakes and streams (giardia).Canada-wide
• TippingRestaurant: 15–20% of the pre-tax bill.Canada-wide
• Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Canada-wide
• SafetyMoose Jaw is a small, quiet city and violent crime against visitors is rare.

Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.

• CoffeeC$3–6 (≈ US$3–5)
• Street or quick mealDiner breakfastC$12–20 (≈ US$9–15)
• Beerdraught in a bar / can at a liquor storeC$7–9 (≈ US$6–7)C$2–4 (≈ US$2–3)
• Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)5 km (3.1 mi) taxi3.1 mi (5 km) taxicheckC$12–18 (≈ US$9–14)
• Metro or bus rideCity bus rideC$2.25 (≈ US$2)
• Museum or sight ticketMuseum or tunnel tour entryC$8–23 (≈ US$6–17)
• Budget bedBudget motel or campground bed, a night, per personC$45 (≈ US$35)
• Mid-range bedChain-hotel double room, a night, per roomC$170 (≈ US$130)
• High-end bedChain-hotel double room, a night, per roomC$260 (≈ US$190)

A day, not counting the bed: Budget C$90 (≈ US$70) · Mid C$170 (≈ US$130) · High C$300 (≈ US$250)

Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →

What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.

Airports

YQR Regina International Airport (Nearest commercial airport, about 45 min east by car; Air Canada and WestJet to major Canadian cities, plus seasonal US sun routes.) · YMJ CFB Moose Jaw (McEwen Airport) (Military air base 7 km (4.3 mi) south; prior authorization required, no commercial flights.)YQR Regina International Airport (Nearest commercial airport, about 45 min east by car; Air Canada and WestJet to major Canadian cities, plus seasonal US sun routes.) · YMJ CFB Moose Jaw (McEwen Airport) (Military air base 4.3 mi (7 km) south; prior authorization required, no commercial flights.)

High / low, both scales · rd = rain days

Budget

C$90–140 (≈ US$70–110) excl. bed

Mid

C$150–230 (≈ US$110–170) excl. bed

High

C$250 (≈ US$190)+ excl. bed

• Winter cold is the real hazard: January means around −12 °C (10 °F), with colder spells well below that, and exposed skin can freeze in minutes. Check the forecast before any walk.Winter cold is the real hazard: January means around 10 °F (−12 °C), with colder spells well below that, and exposed skin can freeze in minutes. Check the forecast before any walk.
• Tunnel tours sell out in summer and run on set departure times: book ahead or you may lose the slot.
• The Trans-Canada Highway through town is fast and busy; cross only at lights.
• Some downtown bars and the casino are 19+ only; bring ID.
• Distances between prairie towns are long and services are sparse: fill the tank before leaving Highway 1.