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Building healthy, active and creative lifestyles through sport, culture and recreation.

January 2025

Throughout the months of December and January, Lakeland District highlighted some incredible volunteers who make a difference in our communities through the Lakeland District Volunteer Recognition Social Media Blast. We highlighted the selfless efforts and dedication of individuals who go above and beyond to support local programs, events, and initiatives. By sharing their stories and achievements, we aim to celebrate their contributions and inspire others to get involved.


Congratulations to our Valued Volunteers!

David Johnson - Christopher Lake, SK

Matt Anderson - Naicam, SK

Debbie Courchaine - Naicam, SK

Karen Cropper - Naicam, SK

Dwight Desormeau - Lakeland, SK

Terri Mourot - Christopher Lake, SK

Amanda Pitcher - Hepburn, SK

Valley Vipers Softball Team - Rosthern, SK

Rebecca Johnston - Wakaw, SK

Spencer Maxwell - Nipawin, SK

Myra Busby - Melfort, SK

Stewart Blanche - Nipawin, SK

Rachel Funk - Nipawin, SK

In this workshop you will learn to uncover the rich cultural heritage hiding in plain sight in your community and learn ways to channel that heritage into dynamic projects.

Your facilitator is Kristin Catherwood Mantta, who earned an MA in Folklore from Memorial University of Newfoundland with her thesis, “‘Every Place Had a Barn: The Barn as a Symbol of the Family Farm in Saskatchewan.'” Kristin is an experienced storyteller with expertise in the cultural landscapes of the prairies, meaningful community engagement, and impactful project management. She has directed short films for the National Film Board of Canada and previously worked for SaskCulture and Heritage Saskatchewan.


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Multiculturalism in Sport Breakfast panelists announced for Jan. 31 event in Saskatoon


International champion distance runner Ted Jaleta, dual university sport athlete in soccer and athletics Amou Madol and multi-level softball coach and Sask Sport community consultant Randi Keshane-Chaboyer will be featured at the Multiculturalism in Sport Breakfast hosted by award-winning emcee Devin Heroux. 

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Lakeland District is excited to host this online webinar and invite you to learn about Community focused volunteer collaboration and retention. Join Malvina and learn with us.


Malvina has been working and volunteering in the field of intercultural relations and communication for over twenty years. She has a B.A. in International Studies, is a certified Cultural Intelligence (CQ) and Unconscious Bias Facilitator and holds a

certificate in Emotions-Centered coaching.


Her passion for volunteerism and her diverse work experiences have taught her essential skills needed to have successful intercultural communication. Her volunteer experience spans across many fields, such as recreation, the arts, education, community engagement and newcomer settlement. Her roles have included International Recruitment Manager, Homestay Coordinator, Newcomer Settlement Worker, Coordinator for the Red Cross Humanitarian Issues Program, International Campaign Educator for Oxfam Canada and as the President and Sponsorship Coordinator of the University of Saskatchewan World University Services of Canada (WUSC) Refugee Program.

February 15-21, 2026

The 2026 Saskatchewan Winter Games are coming to Flying Dust First Nation and the City of Meadow Lake!

On December 10th, a major milestone was reached with the signing of a historic quad-party agreement that formalizes the partnership between the two host communities, the Saskatchewan Games Council, and the 2026 Saskatchewan Winter Games Host Society. These Games will mark the first-ever time in the program's 52-year history that a First Nation and a City have partnered to host the youth multi-sport event.


The 2026 Saskatchewan Winter Games will be held on Treaty 6 Territory from February 15-21, 2026 and will bring together upwards of 1800 participants, 1000 volunteers, and 5000 spectators from every corner of the province for a weeklong celebration of sport, culture, and community.


Saskatchewan, we can't wait to see you at the Games!

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2026 Saskatchewan Winter Games

Training | Education | Workshops

Webinar: LTRT to share refindings on Leading Equity Funding Practices

Learn more about the findings of Left Turn Right Turn’s secondary research project on Leading Equity Funding Practices to Support People with Disabilities. This research project was commissioned by SaskCulture.


The webinar will take place on January 22. Free to attend. Deadline for registration is January 21.

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Grants & Funding

Upcoming


Young Canada Works - deadline Jan 17


Youth Mental Health Fund - deadline Jan 22


Commemorating the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation - deadline: Jan 23


Sask Trails Member Grant Program - deadline Jan 31


Local Festivals: Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage - deadline Jan 31


CIF Summer Grant Program - deadline Feb 1


ParticipACTION Community Challenge Grant - deadline Feb 11


MCoS Strategic Initiatives Fund - deadline Feb 15



SaskCulture Small Grant Accessibility Program - deadline Feb 18


Active Transportation Fund - deadline Feb 26


Community Rink Affordability Grant - deadline Feb 28


Native Plant Society of Saskatchewan 30th Anniversary Legacy Grant - deadline Mar 1


Commit2Act "Seed Fund" - Ongoing

Ongoing


Indigenous Community Sport Development Grant  - Oct and April deadline


Canada Saskatchewan Jobs Grant - NEW: November 21, 2023 to January 10, 2024


Canadian Tire Jumpstart - Receive funding for registration fees, equipment, travel, etc. 


Creative Kids Funding - Online application information available - May 23 Summer/Fall


KidSport Saskatchewan - Contact your local Chapter


Saskatchewan Lotteries Community Grant Program 

More Ongoing Grants
Get in touch with LDSCR Staff:
Executive Director
Community Consultant
Community Consultant
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