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. | | |
Apply Now for the GROW Your Community Grant! | |
Looking to start a new community sport, culture, or recreation program this winter? The GROW Your Community Grant is here to help! This fund supports new initiatives that focus on removing barriers to participation, ensuring everyone can get involved.
Whether you're planning winter sports, cultural activities, or recreation programs, this is your chance to kick-start something amazing in your community! Apply today and make a difference this winter!
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Winter is the perfect time to embrace the outdoors! Our "Become a Winter Town" webpage is packed with ideas, tips, resources, and tools to help your community make the most of the snowy months. From enhancing public spaces to boosting well-being and reducing social isolation, the benefits are endless!
Let’s make winter vibrant, welcoming, and fun for everyone! Explore our resources and start transforming your community today!
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Final Call to Register! Don't Miss the Forever...in motion Leader Workshop in Moosomin! | |
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Forever…in motion is an initiative that helps older adults become physically active through volunteer led physical activity groups. Forever…in motion was developed by the Saskatchewan Health Authority (former Saskatoon Health Region) and is provincially implemented by the Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association.
If you are an Older Adult who believes in the benefits of physical activity, are active and enjoy helping others, why not volunteer as a leader? We can help you enhance and develop your skills in leading a physical activity class for your peers.
Schedule:
Friday, October 18, 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, October 19, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, October 20, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Location: Bethel United Church, 804 Gordon St, Moosomin, SK
Cost: FREE
Registration Deadline: October 9
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Get to know South East District! | |
We’ve been on the road a lot doing outreach work. Not sure who we are? Check out some of our most recent work in our 2023/2024 Annual Report. We would love to come and visit your board and let you in on all the funding, resources, and information for sport, culture, and recreation! | |
South East District Resources - Staff Pick of the Month! | |
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👉Explore the variety of resources available in our website resource hub! This month, we recommend you check out the following resources:
Strong Boards – A quick tool designed to help boards identify gaps and discover ways to enhance their processes.
Programming for Success – Looking for ways to find instructors for your programs? Explore innovative ideas to bring engaging programming to your community!
Click the buttons below to see how these resources can help you!
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October Programming Ideas | |
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Want to create some last minute fun October programs and events? Here is our top 5 fun program ideas to consider:
- Spooky Museum
- Craft Night: Mini Haunted House
- Costume Loan Program
- Family Fall Dance
- Pumpkins After Dark in the Park (trail of lit pumpkins)
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Cheer Story: Kronau Marvelous Museum & Creative Corner: Celebrating a New Name and Artistic Vision | |
This year has been a landmark one for the Kronau Marvelous Museum & Creative Corner. The Museum completed an artist-in-residency featuring Métis artist Tracey-Mae Chambers from Ontario. Along with the artist-in-residency, the museum is rebranding to the Kronau Marvelous Museum & Creative Corner. | |
Indigenous Community Sport Development Grant Program (ICSDGP) | |
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The Indigenous Community Sport Development Grant Program (ICSDGP) supports greater sport participation for Indigenous youth across Saskatchewan, with a special focus on urban, rural, on-reserve, isolated, and northern communities.
Eligible communities can access this funding, made possible by Sport Canada Aboriginal Participation and the Saskatchewan Lotteries Trust Fund for Sport, Culture, and Recreation, to develop and implement sport programs.
Don't miss out! Apply by October 30th, 2024 to make a difference in your community!
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Upcoming Opportunities & Resources
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Celebrate Arts and Culture: September 20 – October 13, 2024 | |
Culture Days events are still happening, don't miss out on the fun! Explore the exciting events happening in the south east!
Weyburn
- Opening Reception: Zero Degrees of Separation - Weyburn Art Gallery, Oct 11
- Culture Days Comfort Food Video Series - Weyburn Art Gallery
- Soap Carving with the Weyburn Woodcarvers - Weyburn Public Library, Oct 10
- Regina Symphony Orchestra performance - Weyburn Public Library, Oct 10
- Learn to make Perogies - Weyburn Public Library, Oct 12
Oxbow
- Adult's Wooden Spoon Woodburning - Oxbow Public Library, Oct 12
- Oxbow Fall Art Show - Oxbow Arts & Cultural Committee/Oxbow Public Library, Oct 10
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Upcoming Opportunities & Resources
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Take the Lead! is more accessible than ever! | |
Take the Lead! training is now free to host! Schools, communities and organizations can host Take the Lead! Youth Leader and Leadership Coach workshops for free.
With Take the Lead! training and resources, Youth Leaders and Leadership Coaches can ensure active, fun and safe play opportunities for young people.
Visit the Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association's website to learn more.
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Upcoming Opportunities & Resources
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Need Help Managing Volunteers? | |
Whether you're new to volunteer management or a seasoned pro, this resource from Volunteer Canada has everything you need to support and engage your volunteers!
Learn how to recruit, retain, and recognize volunteers, and discover best practices for creating meaningful volunteer experiences. Perfect for any organization looking to build a strong, motivated team!
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Upcoming Opportunities & Resources
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SaskCulture Diversity & Inclusiveness Resources | The SaskCulture Diversity and Inclusiveness page offers resources to help organizations and individuals build more inclusive environments. It emphasizes the importance of inclusiveness for organizational sustainability and provides practical steps to foster cultural diversity. | |
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Upcoming Opportunities & Resources
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Physical Activity and Play | |
Get Active with ParticipACTION! | |
Looking for fun and easy ways to stay active? Check out the ParticipACTION website!
Whether you're looking for workout tips, outdoor activities, or ways to incorporate more movement into your day, this site has everything you need to get started. Plus, staying active can boost your mood, health, and energy levels!
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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!” | | | | |
