Community News from the RRLIP Project

Hello Regina Community Members!

The Regina Region Local Immigration Partnership (RRLIP Project) strengthens and supports the community’s efforts to welcome, settle and integrate newcomers. In the last Newcomer Survey, we learned that many people do not know about programs in the community and/or how to access them.

The goal of these regular emails is to increase awareness of and access to relevant programs, services and events that enhance and support newcomer settlement in Regina.

Please share this information widely. Thank you so much!

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CULTURAL STIGMA/ MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCE

10 Languages

English: Brochure

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Ukrainian: Brochure

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Developed by RRLIP's Mental and Emotional Wellness Working Group

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FREE FAMILY SAFETY EVENT

The Saskatchewan Safety Council is hosting a FREE community event at The SPOT in the Southland Mall.

There will be lots of activities for families to be involved in, including games, safety activities and information, face painting, etc.

Learn about safety while having fun!

There is also an indoor playground inside the mall beside The SPOT.

Saturday April 15:

10 am - 6 pm

Sunday April 16:

12 pm - 4:30 pm

See the poster here

FREE PARADE COSTUME/DECORATING WORKSHOPS

NEW DANCE HORIZONS

Families and all ages welcome!

In preparation for the annual Cathedral Village Arts Festival Parade (CVAF) participants of all ages will have the opportunity to make a costume, learn some music, and design and decorate their own mini bicycle or wagon float. Participants can choose to join the NDH 'Pelican Project in leading the parade on Monday May 22.

If you don't have your own bicycle, please contact the NDH office (they may have some donations available).

All supplies are provided for these free workshops.

All Workshops are at the New Dance Horizons Studio - 2207 Harvey St.

Introductory Workshop: in-person

Saturday April 29, 2023 - 9:30am - 12:30pm

Additional Workshops: in-person

Sunday April 30 - 2:15 - 4:15 pm

Sunday May 7 - 2:15 - 4:15 pm

Sunday May 21 - 2:15 - 4:15 pm (the day before CVAF parade)

For free online videos about the Pelican Project, past creations and instructions (costumes, lanterns, songs and dances, etc.) go to: https://www.thepelicanproject.ca/online-pelican-project.html

For those who don't have access to the materials needed, NDH is assembling some 'to-go' packages. Pick-up from the NDH building at 2207 Harvey Street can be arranged.

For more information, please email info@newdancehorizons.ca

APRIL IS ORGAN AND TISSUE DONATION MONTH

In Saskatchewan and across Canada, the need for organs and tissues for transplants far outweighs the available supply.

A transplant is sometimes the only treatment for people with an organ damaged through injury or disease.

Registering your decision for organ and/or tissue donation is easy – all you need is your Saskatchewan Health Services Card number, first and last name and date of birth. Organ and Tissue Donor Registry

Any person 16 years or older with a valid Saskatchewan Health Services Card number can register their intent to be a donor through www.givelifesask.ca

Additional resources on Organ and Tissue Donation, including frequently asked questions can be found here.

FIRST NATIONS UNIVERSITY SPRING POWWOW

April 22 & 23, 2023

Brandt Centre

1700 Elphinstone St

First Nations University of Canada Spring Celebration Powwow invites you to join the celebration through song and dance!

The event is open to the public.

You are encouraged to bring a friend or your family to enjoy the event!

Learn more at:

https://www.fnunivpowwow.ca/

ICARE (Intercultural Connections and Anti-Racism Engagement)

This new initiative of the Multicultural Council of Saskatchewan (MCoS) focuses on developing intercultural relations, promoting cultural diversity and understanding, finding common goals and seeing how to achieve them through various activities.

ICARE FREE monthly virtual Book Club

When: the last Thursday every month

What: a variety of literature that pertains to anti-racism and decolonization.

April Topic: This Book Is Anti-Racist by Tiffany Jewell

Time: Apr 27, 2023 - 7:00-9:00 pm on Zoom

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8232662789

Meeting ID: 823 266 2789

Passcode: 3700749649

Upcoming Books for discussion.

For more information on all the programs and events that MCoS is involved in, go to Events

REGINA CAREER FAIR & TRAINING EXPO

MAY 2ND, 2023

Connect with Hiring Companies, Government, Employment Services, Colleges, and Universities. This event welcomes specialists in employment, career development, training, and education across Saskatchewan.

When: Tuesday May 2nd, 2023

Time: 1-4 pm

Where: Queensbury Convention Centre

Address: 41700 Elphinstone Street

Reserve a Spot

Mark your calendar for the next scheduled Career Fair: Sept 19th, 2023

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