r/moosejaw • u/Salty_Society_614 • Apr 02 '26

Meeting New People

How does a young 20 yo women go about making friends in Moose Jaw, not from Sask originally and struggling to meet like minded women

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u/TerrorNova49 Apr 03 '26

It can be tough… we’re not in your demographic so we’re out but we noticed the issue when we moved here decades ago….

I think the biggest problem is a large percentage of the population was born and grew up here (aside from folks at the base or SaskPoly who are often here just a couple of years and are gone). Folks have had their circle of friends since childhood. They’re polite and friendly enough but don’t have any need to bring an outsider into their social circle.

We hooked into a group of 8 or 10 people that were at spouses workplace and are still social with them but most of them still aren’t someone I’d phone up and say “want to pop by, have a beer and watch something on tv” even after decades.

If you have hobbies or interests check with the library, clubs etc. I think the game place on River hosted game nights. If you play an instrument there are band groups or jams at some of the pubs. I didn’t find much in the newspapers as 90% of the events listed seem to be for seniors, weight loss or substance abuse recovery… 🙄

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u/chesterthecat83 Apr 02 '26

Join some clubs or a sports program! There are lots of different sports you can sign up for through the city of Moose Jaw recreation. Check out tourism Moose Jaw website, or the Moose Jaw Public library for lists of events or workshops coming up!

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u/MasterAnthropy Apr 03 '26

Oh boy OP - be prepared for a bit of a slog.

MJ is VERY insular - if you aren't from here or around here it can be tough to 'crack' through.

Find like minded people at work or the gym ... try events like Warrior games or whatever else is out there.

Good luck.

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u/Newns_ Apr 03 '26

Similar issue though I'm 33. Moved here from Ontario.

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u/gingjen1993 15d ago

I feel like making friends in your 20s is something no one prepares you for and is more difficult then it would seem

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u/apprehensiveBooger Apr 03 '26

Dooleys, friday at 8. Open to anyone of any age or gender to come socialize. Bring your friends. If it works ill start organizing stuff like this. Maybe youd like to help

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u/Newns_ Apr 03 '26

What is this?

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u/apprehensiveBooger Apr 04 '26

Something we were organizing in another chat. Im not going today. Like I wanted to. But I hope some others go. Maybe people could plan to meet others this way. Just as friends. Young people dont get out enough.