Melfort’s Historical Buildings: The Melfort Legion

“Once they were connected, calls could be placed throughout North America.”

Communication today is often taken for granted, with calls, texts, video chats and more available instantly. Mellon said back in the 1920’s, the telephone system was revolutionary and transformed the way communication happened, whether it be businesses, emergency services, or everyday residents.

“It really is significant, and the telephone exchange does help tell the story of Melfort and how people connected,” Mellon said.

The building itself has undergone few changes on the outside, largely keeping its historic look. Since the Legion purchased the building in 1990, the area behind the original building has been expanded to include meeting rooms that have hosted a wide variety of events.

The Melfort Legion recently celebrated their 100th anniversary with this tea in the Corvette Room in the Legion building. (Image Credit: Royal Canadian Legion #30/Facebook)

The Legion building also features the Dieppe Room, a lounge which is used for camaraderie and togetherness. Various memorabilia, including military uniforms and pictures of those in the Melfort area who have served in the forces, are now featured throughout the building.

The building was declared a municipal heritage site in 1991.

With the history of the building as both an important hub for telephone communication and as the home of the Melfort Legion, Mellon said it’s always been about connecting with people.

This focus on the historic SaskTel building is the latest in northeastNOW‘s series, in partnership with the Melfort and District Museum. Prior articles featured the Clift Building, Historic Post Office, and Court of King’s Bench.

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cam.lee@pattisonmedia.com

by Cam Lee

Melfort’s Historical Buildings: The Melfort Legion

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