The community is situated on the Trans-Canada Highway approximately 85 kilometres (53 mi) from Moose Jaw and 90 km from Swift Current.

The main industries of Chaplin are Saskatchewan Minerals and farming/ranching.

[1] Chaplin is situated on the Trans-Canada Highway between Moose Jaw and Swift Current, and on the north edge of Chaplin Lake.

[5] Chaplin is governed by an elected Mayor and five councilors.

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