September 2024 Edition

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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District News

Apply Now for the Training Fund Grant

Planning on attending a workshop this fall? If so, we're excited to inform you that funding is available through our Training Fund for communities in the South East District. Whether you're looking to enhance your skills, gain new knowledge, or network with professionals in your field, our Training Fund is here to support your growth and development. Don't miss this chance to access financial assistance and make the most of these valuable learning opportunities. 

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Walk for Reconciliation Guide

The South East Sport, Culture & Recreation District is pleased to present a Walk for Reconciliation Guide. This guide aims to provide sport, culture and recreation groups the information and resources needed to host a reconciliation walking event. Every community and situation is different, and we invite you, as the expert in your own community, to use this guide in a way that is appropriate, impactful and safe in your respective environments and situations.


It is important to note that each municipality and/or organization will be at a different point in its journey to support reconciliation and that this guide should not be considered as the only option, but a resource of suggestions for those groups that are starting out. It is a tool meant to help share and grow reconciliation efforts!


Why host a reconciliation walking event?

  • Helps to build capacity for intercultural understanding, empathy, and mutual respect.
  • Is an opportunity to work with community partners, and Indigenous communities and organizations to learn and build.
  • Can happen anytime; or can be held in June in conjunction with Indigenous Peoples Day (June 21), or in September {Orange Shirt Day/National Day for Truth & Reconciliation on September 30}.
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Cheer Story: The Raised Planter Project at Maryfield School

In the village of Maryfield, community is everything. That spirit of togetherness is perfectly embodied in the Raised Planter Project at Maryfield School—a grassroots initiative that has turned gardening into a full-circle of community involvement.

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Sport Spotlight

National Coaches Week - September 16-22

National Coaches Week is a time to celebrate the positive impact coaches have on athletes and communities across Canada. This annual campaign is an opportunity to recognize coaches for the integral role they play, and to take time to say #ThanksCoach!


During National Coaches Week, we want to send a massive shoutout and heartfelt thank you to all the amazing Team South East coaches and managers. Your dedication, passion, and countless volunteer hours make a world of difference. We couldn’t have done it without you!

Participation Guide

Aboriginal Coaching Modules (ACM)

This course offers curriculum that reflects the uniqueness of Indigenous culture, values, and lifestyles. Originally designed for coaches of First Nation, Métis and Inuit heritage, the program has been expanded to include non-Indigenous coaches working within Indigenous communities and with Indigenous people.


The course is an 8 hour, in-person workshop. Course availability can be found through the Coaches Association of Saskatchewan (CAS). Randi Keshane (rkeshane@sasksport.ca) with the CAS is the contact for any inquiries. The cost to take this course is $25.00 per participant.


All coaches and assistant coaches (both faculty and non-faculty) of school sport will be required to complete this course by September 1, 2027.

Aboriginal Coaching Modules

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Art Alerts

Celebrate Arts and Culture: September 20 – October 13, 2024

Don't miss out on the fun! Explore the exciting Culture Days events happening in the south east!


Weyburn

  • Popsicle Stick Community Craft - Weyburn Public Library, Sep 28
  • Come Try Cricket - Credit Union Spark Centre, Sep 28
  • Raku Pottery Firing - Weyburn Pottery Club, Sep 28
  • Indian Traditional Dance Performances - Weyburn Art Gallery, Sep 28
  • Collaborative Mural Painting - Weyburn Arts Council, Sep 28
  • Paint Your Flag - Weyburn Arts Council, Sep 28
  • Walk for Reconciliation: Treaty 4 Timeline and Feather Garland Creation - Collabartive Studios, Sep 30
  • Rangoli Creation and Installation - Weyburn Art Gallery, Sep 28
  • Opening Reception: Zero Degrees of Separation - Weyburn Art Gallery, Oct 11
  • Culture Days Comfort Food Video Series - Weyburn Art Gallery
  • Artist Talk with Iris Hauser - Weyburn Art Gallery, Sep 21
  • 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
  • Potluck Movie Matinee - Weyburn Public Library, Oct 5


Indian Head

  • Heather O'Watch - Indian Head Public Library, Sep 25
  • Terrance Littletent Hoop Dance - Indian Head Public Library, Sep 25
  • Goodbye, Old Country (Viszontlátásra, Régi Orság) - Indian Head Public Library, Sep 21
  • Trevor Herriot - Indian Head Public Library, Sep 20


Oxbow

  • Jingle Dancer Family Storytime - Oxbow Public Library, Sep 25
  • Adult's Wooden Spoon Woodburning - Oxbow Public Library, Oct 12
  • 10 Little Buffalo Family Storytime - Oxbow Public Library, Oct 2
  • Kids Bison Collage Craft - Oxbow Public Library, Oct 2
  • Abstract Acrylic Paint Class - Oct 5
  • SIGA Building Relations Beading Class with Moonemis Cree-ations - Oxbow Public Library, Sep 28
  • Oxbow Fall Art Show - Oxbow Arts & Cultural Committee/Oxbow Public Library, Oct 10
  • Southeast District Prismacolor Graphic Novel Class - Oxbow Public Library, Sep 26


Arcola

  • Day of Truth & Reconciliation - Arcola School, Oct 1
  • Truth & Reconciliation - Special Presenter Cadmus Delorme - Prairie Place Complex, Oct 1


Grenfell

  • Wool Needle Felting Pumpkin Classes - Grenfell Public Library, Oct 5


Events Happening in Saskatchewan!

Upcoming Opportunities & Resources


Recreation Report

Revenue Generation and Social Enterprise with Flo Frank

Revenue generation is almost always a high priority for community organizations, businesses and community serving groups and agencies. This session will explore different aspects of revenue generation and will look at social enterprise (community economic development) as an approach that has been around for a very long time, but is recently becoming a preferred vehicle to ensure sustainability.


Date: Thursday, September 26

Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Presenter: Flo Frank

Cost: Free

Register Here

Upcoming Opportunities & Resources


Volunteer Resource Hub

Join the Movement!

Canada has long prided itself as a country of people who volunteer, serve, and participate. However, this landscape is shifting and trends on volunteerism and participation have been declining, especially post-pandemic. As community needs and volunteer motivations change, we need to find new ways to reinvigorate community participation.


Volunteer Canada is navigating the complexities of modern volunteerism and is working to remove participation barriers so that every individual feels empowered to contribute to building more connected communities.

Get Involved

Upcoming Opportunities & Resources


Inclusion Insights

Orange Shirt Day: Every Child Matters - September 30

The annual Orange Shirt Day on September 30th opens the door to global conversation on all aspects of Residential Schools. It is an opportunity to create meaningful discussion about the effects of Residential Schools and the legacy they have left behind. A discussion all Canadians can tune into and create bridges with each other for reconciliation. A day for survivors to be reaffirmed that they matter, and so do those that have been affected. Every Child Matters, even if they are an adult, from now on.

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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation - September 30

The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation occurs on September 30. This day honours the lost children and Survivors of residential schools, their families, and the resiliency of their communities. We encourage everyone to take the time on this day—and all days—to acknowledge and better understand the history and harms done, explore the vast learning resources available, donate to and support important related causes and organizations, and participate in programs created and led by First Nations, Métis, and Inuit organizers.

Upcoming Opportunities & Resources


Physical Activity and Play

Resources to help people sneak physical activity in!

ParticipACTION is encouraging people in Canada to sneak in small bouts of physical activity whenever, wherever and however works best for them!


To help people sneak in as many move minutes as possible before, during and after the challenge, check out these resources: 

Upcoming Opportunities & Resources


Grants & Funding

New Horizons For Seniors Program - Community-Based Projects 

Apply by September 12


MCOS Strategic Initiatives Fund

Apply by September 15


FCL Community Investment Fund

Apply by September 30


Fund for Wild Nature

Apply by October 1


Multicultural Initiatives Fund – Project Funding

Apply by October 10

Green and Inclusive Community Buildings Program

Apply by October 16


#GreenMyCity Program

Ongoing


Culture Days Saskatchewan Hub Sponsorship Funding

Ongoing


SaskEnergy Sponsorship Program

Ongoing


Canada Cultural Spaces Fund

Ongoing

?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.

Local Stories/Spotlight

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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