Origin of provinces' name: From the Cree, who called the Saskatchewan River "Kisiskatchewani Sipi," meaning swiftly flowing river.

Entry into Confederation: September 1, 1905  
Province Motto: Multis E Gentibus Vires                                              From many peoples strength
Area: 651,900 sq km   
Highest Point: Cypress Hills, 1,468 meters  
Lowest Point: Lake Athabasca, 213 meters
Provincial Tree: White Birch
Provincial Flower: Western Red Lilly
Provincial Bird: Sharp-tailed Grouse
Population: 1,006,800 
Capital: Regina
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