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.

South East District is saying farewell to Tara Heslip, Community Development Consultant this month. Tara has been a crucial part of our District team for the past eight years, and has been instrumental in the delivery of many services including recreation board development, volunteer initiatives, and her leadership with the Saskatchewan Games Program. Tara, we wish you all the best in your new beginning! The district won’t be the same without you.

If you would like to send farewell wishes to Tara, please email her at cdc@southeastdistrict.ca. Her last day with the district will be February 28.

Grant applications are essential as part of any sport, culture or recreation group or organization. This 90-minute webinar will make sure that you spend your time writing grants wisely and maximize your chances of receiving funding. Learn what is critical when it comes to crafting a successful grant proposal, big or small!

During this webinar you will learn about:

WHO IS THIS FOR? For beginners or anyone wishing to enhance their grant writing skills 

Presenter: Wendy Plandowski

When: March 15, 12:00 - 1:30 p.m.

Every small town has several committees and groups that require volunteers to lead meetings and fulfill the Chairperson role. Join us over the lunch hour, as we learn about Robert’s Rules of Order, taking a deep dive into motions and decision-making (voting). Participants will learn when to apply rules informally and when to use formal meeting rules. The webinar will include how to plan and prepare for meetings, deal with conflict and difficult situations, and tips on successful facilitation.

WHO IS THIS FOR? For anyone who chairs and/or wants to gain confidence to lead meetings!

Presenter: Shari Hildred, Valmore Consulting

When: April 26, 12:00 - 1:30 p.m.

We all know we need policies and procedures, and we also know they take time to develop. When developing policies and procedures for your own organization, it can be beneficial to review examples. Of course, your final version needs to reflect your organization's practices, but it can be helpful to start with a pre-existing document for inspiration rather than beginning from a blank paper.

We have compiled examples to get you started. Visit our website to download the templates!

Outdoor rinks are a great place for communities to share the joy of skating and are perfect for families and friends to spend some time having fun together. An outdoor rink can provide enjoyment all winter long.

Andrew Crowe, Director of Leisure Services for the City of Weyburn shared his thoughts on how to run a successful outdoor rink.

Tickets: The 2023 Saskatchewan Winter Games Host Organizing Committee and Saskatchewan Games Council is pleased to announce that tickets for the Games are now on sale! Purchase tickets here.

Livestreaming: Select events from all sports will be live-streamed during the 2023 Saskatchewan Winter Games via HomeTeam Live. HomeTeam Live streaming will be available live and available on demand after each game is complete. The event will be free to watch all week long at app.hometeamlive.com.

Results: Saskatchewan Winter Games results can be found at www.saskgames.ca, beginning Monday, February 19.

Jason Roy is one of the Team South East coaches for the futsal team. Jason has been involved with coaching soccer and futsal for over ten years. His son Brennan, who has been coaching soccer and futsal for the past four years, will be joining Jason at the Winter Games.

Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association is excited to announce the 2023 Spring Symposium will be held in-person in the city of Humboldt on April 24-27, 2023!

An exciting slate of training sessions are planned for this year. Approximately 18 courses will be offered in 6 streams. There will be parks, facility and supervisory training. Arena Operator Level 2 will also be offered on April 23, before the Symposium.

More detailed course and registration information is coming soon. Don’t miss this opportunity to reconnect with your colleagues in the recreation industry.

Join Volunteer Canada for an engaging and informative webinar, whether you are looking to get started or are already well on your way. We will look at some helpful resources and reflect on strategies that could support you or your nonprofit organization begin or continue this journey.

The four speakers will share their experiences and some of the tools they have used to advance Truth and Reconciliation in their communities. In addition, you will be invited to share your own experience, your challenges, what has worked for you – and even what didn’t work so well until it did!

For 20 years, the Saskatchewan Aboriginal Storytelling Month project has been hosted by the Library Services for Saskatchewan Aboriginal Peoples committee. The goals of SAS Month are:

"A new understanding of Truth and Reconciliation helped contribute to a successful Culture Days in Oxbow, which opened the door to new partnerships, perspectives and plans going forward."

"For Treena Mohrbutter, community development officer, Town of Oxbow, Culture Days presented an opportunity to bring her community back together after the last couple years of living in a pandemic."

February is Heart Month, a perfect time to focus on protecting and improving your heart health. Did you know almost 3.5 million people in Canada live with heart disease or stroke? Luckily, we can prevent around 80% of cases of premature heart disease and stroke through healthy behaviours. Read this blog for key habits to keep your heart healthy.

Apply by: February 17, 2023

National Trust for Canada

Apply by: February 23, 2023

Development Deadlines: March 10, June 10, September 10, and December 10

Projects Deadlines: March 1, November 1

Residencies: March 1

Apply by: April 1, 2023

Apply by: February 15, 2023

Apply by: March 31, 2023

Apply by: March 31, 2023

👉Improve the quality of your grant applications by accessing our on-demand grant writing recorded webinar.

👉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!

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.