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I too am in Saskatchewan (Regina) and own the 2nd Gen Kindle. If you have Rogers cell phone coverage in your area you should be able to download books with 3G, I haven't had any issues yet. The $189.00 version has both 3G and Wireless, so if you don't have 3g you can find a wireless connection to use. My son has the wifi only and it works well at home. The other option is simply using your computer to download the books and then using the usb connection to put them on your kindle. The user guide that comes with the kindle explains everything fully.

I was in Yellowknife, NT last week and was able to get a connection, I was in Iqaluit NU prior to that and was not able to get 3G.. but that goes without saying.

I would definately recommend a kindle over something like a kobo or a nook but that's just my opinion

Books are in USD but right now the exchange rate is pretty close. Since I've had my kindle I have only paid for one book, the rest have been the free classics... eventually I will breakdown and buy a new release.

Just for your info - in Canada.. at least in Sask - Amazon appears to be partnered with Rogers as it has the exact same coverage area as Rogers... plus up until a month ago Rogers was the only 3G offering in Saskatchewan.