Kris has started a Meetup group for playing chess in Saskatoon. Have a look at http://www.meetup.com/saskatoonchess/. Basically, it is a group of chess enthusiasts who plan informal gatherings in coffee shops, lounges, or anywhere else that is appropriate to play chess and socialize.

The next gathering will be on December 27th at Alexander's (upstairs in the bar) starting at 6:30 pm. The only thing serious about it will be the fun.

See you there!

I see that the Saskatchewan governor position is vacant. I believe David had held that position previously. Is there not anyone willing to hold the position or is it just that there is no activity so no chance to choose the next governor?

This year's tournament will take place in Edmonton between October 8th-10th.
All the details are available at: http://albertachess.org/2011AO.html

Space is limited to 58 participants so register early!

Until the revival of chess in Saskatchewan is complete I would like to invite all of you to attend the 6th Edmonton International Chess Festival.

The preparations for the 6th Edmonton International are in full swing.
Please visit the official website at: http://www.edmontonchessfestival.ca/
I would like to thank Vitaly Motuz who helped in its preparation.

We now have the full roster of the International section with the addition of its last member; 3 time US champion-GM Joel Benjamin.

Are you interested in playing chess in Saskatoon? Believe it or not, there might be someone playing chess *right now*. There are a few diehards who meet on Saturday nights in Lower Place Riel, U of S campus, and Sunday mornings in the cozy confines of Mystic Java. In addition, a lot of people play online on various internet chess clubs.

For more details, please have a look at the newly minted Play Chess page, which has taken the place of the dusty, barren Upcoming Events page.