SteveP -
When I was in Points North a few years back (2012), the pilot told me that they were able to drive paddlers in to the Waterfound/Fond du Lac route. There is a good new road passing by Waterbury Lake, serving the Cigar Lake mine, so the only question would be whether it it still open to the public. It would be worth checking with Points North on this.
If you are willing to spend the kids' inheritance, the Porcupine is worth a thought, great scenery and less travelled than the Waterfound / Fond du Lac (I believe). I saw no other canoeists and just one party of fishermen on my McIntyre / Porcupine trip in 2012. A start on the McIntyre or East Porcupine, finishing below Burr Falls, would involve 2 fairly short flights and almost certain solitude. I have a short trip report and some photos in the Saskatchewan trip reports forum:
http://www.myccr.com/phpbbforum/viewtop ... 12&t=40230Last summer Osprey Wings (who operates the air charter service at Points North) had 2 aircraft there, a Beaver and a turbine Otter. If I recall correctly the Beaver was being quoted at $11.00+ per mile. Be prepared for some sticker shock.
Finally, depending on your vehicle, you may be willing to challenge the road to Stony Rapids - which might reduce flying distances for some routes. The road is gradually improving, year by year.
-jmc