About Us
Local Saskatchewan Realtors You Can Trust
Selling a farm, ranch, or piece of land isn’t just a transaction. It’s often tied to family, legacy, and major life decisions. At Great Plains Realty, we understand the weight that comes with that, and we believe landowners deserve clear guidance, honest advice, and a process that protects their best interests from start to finish.
We’re proud to be a Saskatchewan-based real estate team specializing in farmland, ranches, and rural property. With over 28+ years of combined experience, we help landowners navigate high-stakes decisions with clarity, confidence, and less stress.
Our Approach:
Clarity, Timing, and Support
Landowners come to us for different reasons. Some are planning ahead. Some are navigating a life transition. Some just know it’s time to sell. No matter the reason, our role is the same: to guide you with steady support and a strategy rooted in real Saskatchewan land market knowledge.
What you can expect from Great Plains Realty:
True Value
Clear, data-backed pricing and a strategy designed to protect what your land is truly worth.
Clear Timing
Thoughtful guidance around timing so decisions aren’t rushed, mis-timed, or left to guesswork.
Less Stress
A smooth, organized process with clear communication, especially when life changes make everything feel heavier.
Who We Work With
We serve landowners and buyers across Saskatchewan, including:
Transitioning farm families
Downsizing, retirement planning, estate situations, or when the next generation isn’t taking over.
Strategic sellers and planners
People thinking about selling in the future who want a plan early.
Overwhelmed or time-sensitive sellers
Those navigating life changes, paperwork, and family pressure who want a smooth process.
Sellers
Downsizing, retirement planning, estate situations, or when the next generation isn’t taking over.
Meet the Team
Shelly Janostin
Shelly joined Great Plains Realty in 2017 as a REALTOR, and then became the Associate Broker in 2019. She brings her management, professional communications and strong interpersonal skill to the full-service brokerage. Her previous experience working with people from various sectors has equipped her with the knowledge and confidence to find solutions that will work for each of her clients, whether they are buying or selling.
With 15 years of experience in the area of grain farming and custom harvesting across Canada and the United States, Shelly has acquired a great amount of insight into the agricultural community. She has also played an influential role in the education sector for nearly a decade, providing her expertise in the areas of communications and leadership in the northwest central part of the province. Prior to joining Great Plains Realty, Shelly spent more than three years in Regina with the provincial government as Chief of Staff and in Executive government.
Shelly has a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Saskatchewan, a Bachelor of Education from Simon Fraser University and a Master of Business Administration from Royal Roads University. With her extensive background, Shelly offers a high level of experience and professionalism. She takes pride in providing each of her clients with exceptional service, as they buy or sell property across the province.
As a family business, we are dedicated to assisting you every step of the way. From listing the property, to the sale we are there to help you in every way.
Mike Janostin
Mike Janostin has been the Owner and Broker of Great Plains Realty since 2016. He is committed to serving each of his clients with his exceptional expertise and experience in both real estate and agriculture.
Raised on a family farm near Hafford, Sask., Mike has a strong foundation in farming that spans well over two decades. In addition to grain farming for several years, Mike owned and operated a successful custom harvesting business, which operated in both Canada and the United States for nearly ten years. Mike’s experience in this area has provided him with hands-on knowledge in markets and land values.
In 2007, Mike decided to combine his passion for real estate and agriculture and obtain his real estate license. He quickly became a reputable and reliable real estate agent, serving central Saskatchewan communities and helping clients buy and sell residential and agricultural properties.
With his extensive experience and strong work ethic, Mike went on to become a licensed broker in 2011. Today, Mike continuously strives to exceed every client’s expectations with a personalized approach to each transaction. He ensures a level of unmatched service for all of his buyers and sellers, as he applies his substantial skill set and knowledge to serve farmers, farm families and investors from across Saskatchewan.
Our Promise
We guide you through one of the biggest decisions you’ll make with your land, bringing clarity on value, confidence in timing, and steady support backed by 15+ years of local land sales experience, so the process feels simple, respectful, and aligned with your best interests.
Ready to Talk?
Whether you’re ready to sell now or just exploring your options, we’re here to help you understand your next steps.
Prefer to talk? Call us today!
Mike: 306-481-5574 | Shelly: 306-317-2740