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.

The Winter Town Initiative is aimed at providing increased opportunities for communities to kick-start planning for the cold, winter season. Groups apply to host a free, virtual one-hour think tank facilitated by South East District staff team members. The think tank results in a “Storm of Ideas” that leaders can take back to their community to further explore, collaborate on, and implement.

Applications are accepted until December 31, 2021.

Also, last chance to apply for $1,000 to support some outdoor programming and events this winter! December 31 is the deadline to apply – so hurry now! Here are some ideas to consider:

Check out this resource for more inspiration for winter activities.

This Mission Moment video features three professionals working within the sport, culture and recreation sector in the south east. South East District supports leaders with training and peer sharing opportunities. We help link new professionals to other professionals, provide mentorship activities and serve as an information hub.

A round of applause goes out to Ryan Dale (Weyburn), Regan Lanning (Weyburn), and Brian Chmarney (Pilot Butte)!

Radville Laurier Regional Park (RLRP) participated in South East District’s 2021 Facility Inventory Champions (FIC) Program. The purpose of the program is to help groups who own recreation facilities to kick-start the asset management process by completing facility inventories.

Warmest wishes for a happy holiday season and a wonderful New Year! Our offices will be closed during the holidays. All offices will be closed from December 22 to January 1. 

The 2022 Saskatchewan Winter Games will showcase the talents of approximately 1,800 of the province's top young athletes, competing for nine Districts in 17 different sports. More information on the athlete selection process of each sport can be found in the individual Sport Technical Packages available here. Check out the current opportunities to compete for Team South East below!

Badminton - U19 (born 2003 or later)

Saturday, December 11, 1:00-4:00 p.m., Montmartre School Gym

Must Pre-Register: Register Here

Let’s celebrate Canada’s volunteers. The empathy, compassion and generosity of volunteers creates connected communities and builds a stronger Canada.

The National Volunteer Week theme for 2022, Volunteering Is Empathy In Action, affirms the strong connection between volunteerism and empathy. This profoundly human connection is at the heart of healthier individuals and stronger communities.

ParticipACTION's latest Report Card on Physical Activity for Adults highlights the impact COVID-19 has had on physical activity levels & how Canada faces a physical inactivity crisis deepened by the pandemic.

Saskatchewan in motion Desktop Olympics

Shake up those tiring video meetings - try the Desktop Olympics! 8 quick, desk-friendly physical activity videos to get everyone charged up & super productive. Download the entire series for your next video call. Go for the Gold!

Community Support, Multiculturalism & Anti-Racism Initiatives Projects  - Ongoing

Canada Saskatchewan Jobs Grant 

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.