Saskatoon Police Pipes & Drums

Hugh Fraser Sr. contributed greatly to the piping community in Saskatchewan, starting the Saskatoon Girls Pipe Band in 1956 and the Saskatoon Police Pipes and Drums in 1961. He also gave his time generously as an instructor for the 96th Highlanders. His countless hours of instruction and assistance to students and bands have ensured that a great many people in Saskatchewan enjoy playing the same music that Hugh loved so much.

The SPPD took the 2006 Grade 3 Saskatchewan Provincial Championship, The band did not compete in 2007 or 2008. The SPPD current pipe major is Rob Kinnaird.

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We will be closed from Dec 24- Jan 4.
We will re-open January 5th.

2009 is the year of Scotland Homecoming

Jan 24- Saskatoon Robbie Burns Night

February 21 Winnipeg Scottish Festival

Video Clip
This month's video clip would take a lot of talent in not only piping, but also snowboarding!
Snowboarding Piper

7 Things You Never Knew About Scotland

1) Robert the Bruce attributed the defeat of Edward II in 1314 to the relic of St. Fillan, which he carried into battle.
2) King James II banned golf in 1457 because it distracted people from archery.
3) King Malcolm organized a foot race in the 11th century to find a royal messenger. This is the possible origin of Highland Games.
4) Scots initially refused to eat potatoes because they weren't mentioned in the bible.
5) King James IV was the last Scottish king who spoke Gaelic.
6) Mary Queen of Scots had a pet Skye Terrier while she was imprisoned. During her execution, it hid in her skirt & refused to leave her body.
7) The best selling soft drink in Scotland was developed in 1901. It even outsells Coca Cola.