Thank you, Camp Woodboia members, for meeting in Lafleche with the South West District. We really enjoyed discussing new ideas for Camp Woodboia, which included new partnerships, new programs, and potentially hiring a manager. This is very exciting for Camp Woodboia! If your community or organization would like the South West District to visit, please…
Thank you, Ogema, for meeting with the South West District. We really enjoyed learning about all the progress Ogema is having to advance culture, recreation, and sport in the community. From purchasing an old church to house a larger library, to developing an outdoor space, to an upcoming Volunteer Recruitment Event. Ogema is very active…
The Great Sandhills Museum and Interpretive Centre board members are hard at work behind the scenes planning for the spring! Thank you for inviting us back to join you for a Grant Writing workshop and focused conversation on funding and programming opportunities. If your community or organization would like the South West District to visit,…
We snuck in a few community visits before the snow flew. Thank you to the new Shaunavon Wellness and Leisure Director for the visit! The Wheels were turning as we discussed grants, financial planning for community-based organizations, supporting user groups and non-profit organizations, and the power of community partnerships at the local and regional level. …
Thank you Lafleche, for meeting with the South West District. We really appreciated meeting members from the library, museum, recreation board, arts club, Club 50, RM, community centre, Lions club, and curling rink. It was a great conversation, and we look forward to supporting the community with their culture, recreation, and sport needs. If your…
Thank you Tugaske, for meeting with the South West District. We really appreciated hearing how the library not only serves Tugaske, but serves the surrounding communities. It is a hub of activity and offers so many programs beyond the books. If your community or organization would like the South West District to visit, please reach…
Thank you, Moose Jaw Multicultural Council Inc. for meeting with the South West District. We connected with the new Community Connections Coordinator and look forward to supporting the Moose Jaw Multicultural Council Inc.’s culture, recreation, and sport needs. If your community or organization would like the South West District to visit, please reach out to…
Just a friendly heads-up: The follow-up report for the 2023 Community Grant Program is due by June 30, 2024. Grant Period: April 1, 2023 – March 31, 2024 You can submit your follow-up via fax, mail, or email. For electronic copies of the Sask Lotteries follow-up forms and supporting documents, visit https://bit.ly/SLCommunityGrant Have questions or…
Recreation Boards are the heart of a community, providing key leadership for community growth. When resources are limited, volunteers feel overworked, and systems aren’t working the way they should, it can feel overwhelming to know where to turn for support. The last year and a half have been especially challenging. The Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation…
Calling All Mission Staff The 2024 Saskatchewan Summer Games, presented by Teine Energy are only 6 months away and the South West District is planning for Lloydminster July 21st-27th, 2024. Mission Staff are a vital part of Team South West. They are the biggest supporters of coaches, managers, and athletes. Handling communication, supervision, and administration…