Information is key to success in today's sport, culture and recreation environment. In Get the Scoop, you will find the latest news, funding and resources from the South East Sport, Culture & Recreation District. | | |
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Our Become a Winter Town! web page is designed to connect you to ideas, tips, resources, and tools to help you join the Winter Town movement! The benefits are endless – decreased social isolation, enhanced public community spaces, improved well-being, and increased access to outdoor activities! There’s so much living to do outside during winter! We have a plethora of resources, tools, and information to help your community embrace winter instead of hiding from it!
Check out these articles and resources for ideas to bring to your community this winter!
A winter lens is simply a way of seeing developments and designs from a winter perspective. If a streetscape, open space or amenity is designed with winter in mind, it will be comfortable in all seasons.
Some program/leisure family time ideas and examples:
Our friendly staff offer free, facilitated virtual or in-person sessions to help kick-start the planning process! Apply a winter lens to your community now and request a Zoom or in-person think tank session. January bookings available. Contact Joni Hagen, Executive Director, at ed@southeastdistrict.ca.
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Stay Inspired All Winter: Workshops from the Comfort of Home! | |
Our workshops are now underway! Visit our website for details on each workshop and to register. Get ready to cozy up and learn from the comfort of home—we're bringing the workshops to you, so you can stay inspired all winter long without leaving your cozy space!
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Lunch & Learn: Cross Country Saskatchewan (CCS) - Monday, December 16, 2024
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Hosting Effective Board Meetings with Jason Robinson - Thursday, January 23, 2025
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Robert’s Rules Mock Meeting Workshop - Thursday, February 6, 2025
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The Four Seasons of Inspiration with South East District - Wednesday, February 12, 2025
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Be a Board You’d Love to Serve On! - Thursday, February 27, 2025
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Today’s Volunteers! Tips On Getting Community Involved - Wednesday, March 5, 2025
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Last Chance to Apply for the GROW Your Community Grant! | |
Don’t miss out—December 31st is the final day to apply, and funds are limited! Secure funding for your winter programming ideas today.
The GROW Your Community Grant is designed to help you kick-start new sport, culture, and recreation opportunities in your community. With a focus on removing barriers to participation, this grant can help you bring your ideas to life and make a lasting impact.
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Reflecting on 25 Years of Sport, Culture, and Recreation in Southeast Saskatchewan! | Earlier this year, we kicked off our 25-year anniversary campaign, celebrating the incredible journey of sport, culture, and recreation in southeast Saskatchewan. Over the past 25 years, we’ve achieved remarkable milestones that have shaped and enriched our communities. Here are some of the memorable moments from this inspiring journey! | |
Cheer Story: Leading the Charge: Barb Swallow’s Forever…in motion Journey | |
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Forever...in motion is a program open to anyone that is interested in helping older adults stay physically active. This is a fun and safe course meant for people of all fitness levels. Leaders can be of any age and from any background, no previous experience is required.
Barb Swallow’s journey as a Forever…in motion leader began with a spark of inspiration at the Superannuated Teachers of Saskatchewan annual convention last May. She attended a session that left a lasting impression on her.
Check out all our Cheer Stories from 2024! Explore the amazing local stories showcasing the incredible things communities are achieving in sport, culture, and recreation.
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All South East District offices will be taking a holiday break from December 24th to January 2nd. We’ll see you in the new year! 🎉🎄 | |
2026 Saskatchewan Winter Games Head to Flying Dust First Nation and Meadow Lake! | |
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In February of 2026, more than 1,500 athletes, coaches and officials will gather in the neighbouring northwestern communities of Meadow Lake and Flying Dust First Nation to share in the thrill of competition and camaraderie on the provincial stage. Check out the Sports Calendar for the 2026 Saskatchewan Winter Games!
- Alpine Skiing
- Artistic Swimming
- Badminton
- Biathlon
- Bowling – Special Olympics
- Bowling – 5 Pin
- Cross Country & Para Nordic Skiing
- Curling
- Figure Skating
- Futsal
- Gymnastics
- Judo
- Ringette
- Speed Skating
- Table Tennis
- Target Shooting
- Weightlifting
- Wrestling
If you are interested in coaching, managing, or coming as a volunteer mission staff, please email ed@southeastdistrict.ca and we can add you to our expression of interest list.
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Are you looking for a Sport Wrapping and Taping Course (SWaT)? | |
South East District is seeking interest from our sporting groups and organizations for a SWaT course in the new year. Or...if you are interested in hosting this workshop for your group we can arrange for this too. Please contact Dallas at admin@southeastdistrict.ca. | |
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Upcoming Opportunities & Resources
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Art Councils Contribute to Quality of Life Within Communities | |
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Arts councils bring communities together to enjoy a shared love of music, visual art, and performances. Thanks to a well-coordinated system, local arts councils are able to work with their provincial partner to select and book entertainment that ignites interest and builds community.
There are 45 volunteer-run art councils located across Saskatchewan. Along with 80 different schools, the arts councils are part of a network of community organizers that connect to the Organization of Saskatchewan Arts Councils (OSAC) to access professional artists, support in running quality exhibitions and performances, and other professional development opportunities. Last year, arts councils and schools offered 258 shows around the province, engaging over 52, 151 people.
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2024 Saskatchewan Communities in Bloom Provincial Results | |
The Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association (SPRA) recently announced the winners of Saskatchewan’s Communities in Bloom program for 2024, and we’re excited to share that a few communities from the southeast earned top honors!
Communities in Bloom Provincial Competition Winners:
Moosomin - Achieved 5 Blooms with a special mention for their Commitment to Cultural Heritage Preservation.
Special Recognition Award Winners:
Environmental Action - Moosomin for their Community Wide Clean-Up
Trees and Urban Forestry - Moosomin for The Labyrinth
Heritage Recognition - Redvers for their Memory Pot Project
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How to Get Volunteers in the Door! | |
Struggling to find volunteers? Check out our 10 Tips on Getting Volunteers in the Door to attract and recruit the helping hands your group needs! These practical tips will help you build your dream team and make a bigger impact in your community.
- Create a call to action
- Just ask! Never underestimate the power of asking someone directly!
- Be organized. Get your structure, policies and goals established!
- Host effective board meetings!
- Consider cultivating partnerships with schools and businesses that can provide a platform for recruiting volunteers.
- Implement orientation and training for new volunteers.
- Craft a positive recruitment message that is inviting and encourages people to get involved.
- Use social media! Spread the word using a variety of platforms to announce upcoming events.
- Match volunteer interests.
- Be a welcoming and safe place to volunteer.
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How to Write an Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Policy | |
All sports and physical activity organizations are strongly recommended to have an Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion policy in place. Many organizations have an Equality policy in place, and this may not have been reviewed for some time.
Check out the top tips from Moving to Inclusion on establishing an equality, diversity, and inclusion policy!
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Upcoming Opportunities & Resources
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Physical Activity and Play | |
Move for your mood at work! | To help you and your co-workers stay active and healthy while building camaraderie during this tough time of year and beyond, ParticipACTION's created a Move for your Mood At Work Kit filled with simple tips on how to foster a more active day. Plus, spread the word using our communications toolkit! | |
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Can’t find the grant you need? Check out the SPRA Grant Guide to research more funding opportunities or reach out to our staff by email at ed@southeastdistrict.ca for assistance in your grant search! | |
Please note deadlines may change. For up to date information, seek the funder for the correct dates. | |
Saskatchewan Lotteries - Everyone Wins! | |
Sask Lotteries funds over 12,000 sport, culture and recreation groups across Saskatchewan. Every time you purchase a lottery ticket in Saskatchewan, a portion of that revenue supports a wealth of organizations in our communities. Subscriptions allow lottery players to play draw-based games – including LOTTO MAX, LOTTO 6/49, WESTERN MAX, WESTERN 649, DAILY GRAND and EXTRA – for up to a year in advance. Subscriptions can be purchased by phone, by mail, or on the Sask Lotteries website. | | |
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"South East District is a community driven organization for sport, culture and recreation in south east Saskatchewan. We help to build creative, active, and healthy communities. Join us!” | | | | |
