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Building healthy, active and creative lifestyles through sport, culture and recreation.
December 2025
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The Lakeland District for Sport, Culture and Recreation is seeking to recruit two new Board members with the capacity, experience and skills necessary to oversee the strategic operation and advancement of our organization.
The LDSCR is a volunteer-based non-profit organization that is a part of an integrated network of organizations that strive to strengthen the sport, culture and recreation system through effective leadership, partnerships and collaborations.
LDSCR Board members serve for a 3 year term and are expected to attend approximately 4 or 5 meetings per year. This would be a combination of in-person and virtual meetings.
More Info
Submit Letter of Interest
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Thank you to everyone who has nominated their incredible community volunteers!
We are still open and accepting nominations and anyone can submit one. Please feel free to pass along the link and help spread the word. https://forms.gle/ai4gPPfUtYkCj2wD8
We all know the value and importance of volunteers in sports, culture, and recreation, especially within our rural communities. These dedicated individuals are the heart of local programs, events, and opportunities.
Help us shine an even brighter spotlight on the people who make our district special. Nominate today!
For more information reach out to Jessie Strasser, Community Consultant.
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Change a kid's life this holiday season
Your support can make it possible for a child or youth with financial barriers to access the cultural activity of their choice in the new year. Make a gift before the end of the year to be part of the movement that’s supported thousands of Saskatchewan kids in accessing art, culture, and creativity.
Donate today and share the campaign with your network!
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Join us for the Saskatchewan Winter Games!!
Lakeland District is excited for the Saskatchewan Winter Games and wants YOU to join our team!!! If you are looking to attend and want to check things out behind the scenes then join us as Mission Staff and cheer on the athletes first hand!!!
If you are interested please submit your expression of interest here!!!
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Baseball Sask is hosting indoor training sessions to prepare for the next North American Indigenous Games!
These sessions will be hosted on December 21st and 22nd at the Gordie Howe Indoor Sports Complex.
Indigenous athletes born in 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 & 2012 are eligible to register.
Registration link listed below. 🔗: https://forms.gle/osbZsp5Xr6Eh6Pjr6
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NAIG Developmental Camps!
Are you ready to elevate your game and connect with your community? Join us for the NAIG Developmental Camps, where young athletes can develop their skills and embrace the spirit of competition! 🏆
Why Attend? Empower Yourself: Experience the vision of the North American Indigenous Games (NAIG) to improve the quality of life for Indigenous Peoples through sports and cultural activities.
Learn from the Best: Train with skilled coaches and gain valuable insights to enhance your performance on and off the field.
Be Part of History: The 2028 NAIG location is still TBA, showcasing the incredible talent of Indigenous athletes. This is your chance to shine!
Camp Categories: U18 Male & Female (Born between 1/1/2009 & 12/31/2011) U15 Male & Female (Born between 1/1/2012 & 12/31/2014)
December 27 – Saskatoon (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM) December 28 – Saskatoon (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM) Gordie Howe Sports Complex, Saskatoon, SK
December 29 – Moose Jaw (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM) Yara Centre, Moose Jaw, SK
Fee: Only $20.00/day to participate!
Don't miss out on this opportunity! Register at the following link: https://www.rampregistrations.com/a/?v3=76fac557
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ATTENTION SASKATCHEWAN INDIGENOUS HOCKEY ATHLETES!
Team Saskatchewan is gearing up for the 2026 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships (NAHC) in Regina, SK - and we’re hosting ID Camps to identify athletes for our male and female teams!
First ID Camp - December 27 & 28, 2025 Saskatoon, SK – Canlan Ice Sports (Agriplace, Rink 2)
Registration: $100/athlete (Cash only)
Must attend at least ONE ID camp to be eligible for the final roster
Eligibility:
- Female & Male athletes born 2008–2012
- Must provide valid proof of Aboriginal ancestry
- Player waiver signed by athlete & parent/guardian at camp check-in
Second ID Camp - February 2026 (Location & dates to be announced)
Athletes selected after the second camp will represent Saskatchewan on home ice at the 2026 NAHC!
For more information, contact: Mason Medynski - mason.medynski@fsin.com
www.teamsasknaig.ca
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Whether you’re a club, community association, manager, or board member, this session will help you understand the importance of these coverages, what they protect against, and how they can support your organization’s long-term success.
Register Here!
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Best Practices for Disability Inclusion in Recreation with Taryn Barry
Date: Wednesday, January 14, 2026
Time: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Location: Zoom
Facilitator: Taryn Barry, Ph.D., Project Manager, The Active Living Alliance for Canadians with a Disability
Registration Deadline: Monday, January 12
Volunteer Leduc: A Case Study of Volunteer Impact on the Community with Elana Hansen
Date: Tuesday, March 3, 2026
Time: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Location: Zoom
Facilitator: Elana Hansen
Registration Deadline: Monday, March 2
More Information!
Register!
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Explore Nêhiyawêwin (Cree) this Winter! Registration is open for the Introductory Nêhiyawêwin (Cree) Language Course – Winter 2026 with Outdoor Learning School. Starting January 14, this 8-week online course offers an inviting introduction to Cree language through stories, teachings, and cultural connection. Your instructor, Rollin Baldhead (Nêhiyaw from One Arrow First Nation, SK), brings language to life through personal stories, land-based perspectives, and lived experience.
👉 Learn more & register: https://saskoutdoors.org/event/introductory-nehiyawewin-plains-cree-language-course/
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Nominate for Saskatchewan Sport Awards - Excellence Awards
The 41st Annual Saskatchewan Sport Awards will be held on January 29, 2026 at the Queensbury Convention Centre in Regina.
Saskatchewan Sport Awards Excellence Awards
- Athlete of the Year – Male/Female
- Youth Athlete of the Year – Male/Female
- Coach of the Year
- Team of the Year
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Visit the Saskatchewan Games Council webpage for information on Getting Involved with Team Lakeland at the 2026 Saskatchewan Winter Games hosted by Flying Dust First Nation and the City of Meadow Lake.
Sports Schedule
February 15-18
February 18-21
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Building Your HR Skills: Total Rewards
Join SaskCulture for the final webinar in this series of building you HR skills, in partnership with Knibbs HR Consulting. Are you ready to transform your organization’s approach to compensation and employee engagement? This session explores how total rewards extend well beyond salary: embracing benefits, recognition, flexibility, professional growth, and a shared sense of purpose.
Join us December 17th to:
- Understand the core components of a Total Rewards framework;
- Design creative, cost-effective strategies to motivate and retain employees;
- Build a compelling Employee Value Proposition (EVP) that reflects your organization’s culture and mission; and
- Communicate total rewards in ways that strengthen trust and engagement.
Whether your organization is large or small, this session will help you take a practical, people-centred approach to rewarding and retaining your team.
REGISTER TODAY
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2026 Coaching Symposium
Calling all coaches!
Registration is officially open for the 2026 Coaching Symposium—two days packed with skills, strategy, and practical instruction you can take straight back to your team.
E.D. Feehan | Saskatoon
January 30–31, 2026
Register now through your RAMP account! Act quickly to reserve your spot! https://www.rampregistrations.com/login?v3=b2edb05f
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Call for Presenters is now open!
We’re seeking passionate leaders, knowledge keepers, researchers, community champions, and program organizers to share their work at the 13th Annual National Indigenous Physical Activity & Wellness (NIPAW) Conference in Saskatoon, SK (May 15-16, 2026).
This year’s theme is “Empowering Indigenous Youth Through Sport”, and we’re seeking inspiring speakers whose work uplifts, motivates, and supports Indigenous youth in physical activity, sport, health, and wellness.
Whether you lead community programs, conduct research, coach, create land-based initiatives, or carry knowledge that can inspire the next generation — we want to hear from you.
Submit your proposal through the link https://linktr.ee/IPACC?fbclid=IwZnRzaAOlb8dleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEef30gSkwCEDMGATEaANvX-rpx_7vvxFGz8MBfEzKeTcDgnoduNZWdHyvp8Vs_aem_Cd2rYbwUTtUdfR40VbgJTw
Let’s come together to share stories, spark change, and strengthen wellness in our communities.
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