september 2016 e-update - rivers west district...2016 saskatchewan summer games in estevan thank you...
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September 2016 E-Update
Rivers West District Mobile Playground Program
Rivers West District has wrapped up another incredibly successful Mobile Playground Program Summer! We would like
to thank Chantale Crivea, Brayden Kotyk, Taylor Fedler and Tawnie Kotyk for all their hard work to make summer 2016
so successful!
CAAWS Life Balance Workshop in Meadow Lake on October 15
For many women, balancing the demands of work, family, friends and per-
sonal time is a challenge. This workshop will provide participants with an op-
portunity to explore a variety of strategies to add more balance to their lives.
The Coaching Association of Canada (CAC) has confirmed that the leadership work-
shops are recognized as non-NCCP PD events within The Locker (NCCP database).
NCCP certified women coaches (in the current NCCP) can use these workshops for
professional development (PD) points towards maintenance of their certification.
Registration is free.
To Register Contact: Fill out registration form and send it to Bonnie Mills Midgley,
Community Development Coordinator. Pre registration required October 7, 2016. Phone: 306-248-3518 Phone/Text: 306-344-7473 Email: [email protected]
Supported by:
Seeking Sport, Cultural and Recreation Contact Information
The District is currently updating its contact lists. We are looking to include your local sport groups or associations,
community dance clubs, drama clubs, local artists of all mediums, cultural clubs, museums, libraries, cadets, Boys and
Girls Clubs, 4-H councils, seniors groups, school contacts, physical education programs, etc. in our contacts. Being in-
cluded in our list would ensure that you are up to date with funding and training opportunities, as well as events going on
in the district. To submit your contact information please contact [email protected].
2015-2016 Annual General Meeting and Annual Report
The Rivers West Annual General Meeting was held in Biggar on June 15, 2016. The 2016-2017 Board of Directors in-clude: Ollie Marciniuk (Chairperson), Hafford; Karlie King (Vice Chairperson), Mervin; Erin Munn, North Battleford; Cora Fischer, Unity; Erin Poitras, Biggar; Jordan Schechtel, Battleford; Steven Schwartz, Eatonia; and Arlene Southgate, Unity.
The 2015-2016 Annual Report can be found online here: http://www.riverswestdistrict.ca/index.php/156-2016-annual-
general-meeting
Would be interested in a Community Visitation where Rivers West representative will go through exactly what
Rivers West DSCR has to offer?
If so, please contact Donna at (306) 882-3030 or by email to [email protected].
2016 Saskatchewan Summer Games in Estevan
Thank you to all our volunteers, athletes and Mission Staff for making the 2016 Sas-
katchewan Summer Games a success! Team Rivers West Final Placings are
available.
2016 SSFA Provincial 55+ Games in the Battlefords
The Saskatchewan Senior Fitness Association Provincial 55+ Games took place in the Battlefords on July 5-7, 2016.
There is no official medal numbers however SSFA Rivers West District had a record
number of entries and we exceeded expectations with new activities introduced and a
great number of volunteers who participated.
SSFA 55+ Champion Adds Another Gold to Collection
Edna Foster poses (beside) with her latest medal, a gold in bowling at the 55+ Can-
ada Games in Brampton, ON. "I was fortunate enough to get the gold" said Edna,
age 97, who competed in the 85+ women's category.
NCCP Courses Available
There are upcoming Core Training courses and the 2016 Fall Schedule is now available on our website.
2018 Saskatchewan Winter Games in North Battleford
SPRA Conference and Annual General Meeting
Join SPRA in October 2016 for the Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association's Conference and Annual General Meeting, hosted in conjunction with the Communities in Bloom National Symposium on Parks and Grounds and National and International Awards Ceremonies.
SPRA is calling this joint national event Healthy Communities: Harvesting the Benefits. It will be held at the Delta Hotel - Saskatchewan Trade and Convention Centre in Regina from October 27-29, 2016.
Visiting Regina for the conference? Check out our list of preferred hotel accommodations near the event venue. For
registration and session information have a look at the SPRA Conference Brochure.
Celebrate Coaches during National Coaches Week September 17-25!
#CoachesWeek is a week to celebrate the tremendous positive impact coaches have on athletes and communities across Canada. This week is an opportunity to recognize coaches for the integral role they play by simply saying #ThanksCoach. With events held across the country to celebrate coaching, National Coaches Week provides coaches with the recognition they deserve for the time they devote to ensuring Canadians live an active, healthy lifestyle.
Stay up to date with everything happening leading up to National Coaches Week by visiting www.saskcoach.ca/nationalCoachesWeek.php and by following along on Facebook and Twitter using #CoachesWeek and #ThanksCoach.
Let's show all of Canada our pride in Saskatchewan's amateur sport system and the amazing coaches that help make your sport possible. Get involved by saying #ThanksCoach and celebrating #CoachesWeek with us.
CIF extends Community Places and Spaces Program
Targeted to end March 31, 2016 the CIF Community Places and Spaces Program will now end March 31, 2017. This
means 1 application deadlines remain: October 1, 2016. The program supports small capital renovations that improve
the quality, sustainability, and long-term use of multi-purpose community facilities such as halls, recreation facilities, and
playgrounds. The Community Grant Program that enhance the health and wellbeing of Saskatchewan's children, youth
and families has deadlines of April 1 and October 1 for Annual grants. For that grant, apply here: http://www.cifsask.org/
grants/apply-here.
Culture Days
Culture Days is being held across Saskatchewan September 30, October 1 & 2, 2016. Many events are taking place in Rivers West District. Our website has a list of what Culture Days activities are taking place in a community near you. Culture Days events are posted on their website and will be updated through September 19.
2017 North American Indigenous Games
Click here to see a poster with the NAIG Team Trials Information, CKS registration forms as well as a Trials registration form. All participants must be registered members of the organization to be eligible to participate.
Coaching for this event will not be determined until the team has been named.
Athlete information has been released on:
Athletics, Basketball, Canoe/Kayak, Golf, Soccer and Softball.
Visit: http://www.riverswestdistrict.ca/index.php/games/2017-north-american-indigenous-games
Creative Kids
The Creative Kids program is an initiative to reduce financial barriers for children participating in the areas of arts and
culture. SaskCulture Inc. and the Saskatchewan Arts Board have been working with members of the community to de-
velop a provincial initiative designed to reduce financial barriers for children who want to participate in organized arts and
cultural activities. For more information go to http://www.creativekidssask.ca/
Rivers West District Staff and Office Locations Rivers West – Rosetown Office Rivers West – North Battleford Office Rivers West – St. Walburg Office
Donna Johnston-Genest Cynthia Tymoruski Bonnie Mills Midgley
Executive Director Community Development Coordinator Community Development Coordinator
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
Janae Dawson Lacey Taylor P.O. Box 717
Administrative Assistant District Dream Broker St. Walburg, Sask. S0M 2T0
[email protected] [email protected] Phone: (306) 248-3518
P.O. Box 1480 P.O. Box 822 Fax: (306) 248-3484
Room #45 – 1005 Main Street Room #95 – 891 99th Street
Rosetown & District Civic Centre Don Ross Centre
Rosetown, Sask S0L 2V0 North Battleford, Sask. S9A 2Z3
Phone: (306) 882-3030 Phone: (306) 446-6776
Fax: (306) 882-2744 Fax: (306) 446-7172
For more information on other
programs visit:
www.riverswestdistrict.ca
Rivers West District Funding Opportunities
Grants available through Rivers West District include the Sport, Culture & Recreation Community Event and Partner-
ships Building Grant, Aboriginal Community Sport Grant, Facility Operator Support Program and the Coaching Assis-
tance Program. Check out the funding documents which outline grants from other organizations as well.
For more information on our grants, visit our website or contact Donna at (306) 882-3030 or by email.
KidSport
KidSport™ is a Children's Charity dedicated to assisting children of families facing financial obstacles to participate in
community sport programs. The KidSport™ goal is to provide these children with the opportunity to learn the fundamentals
of teamwork, dedication and responsibility through participation in sport. For more information go to http://
www.kidsportcanada.ca/saskatchewan/
Rivers West DSCR KidSport™ Committees:
Battlefords – Rob Rongve/David Schell
Biggar – Erin Poitras
Eston – Recreation Director
Kerrobert – Bobbi Hebron
Kindersley – Tom McAdam
Lloydminster – Alison Fulkerth
Meadow Lake – Brian Gislason
Rosetown – Marge Champion
Unity – Recreation Director [email protected]
SPRA Arena Operators Course in Lloydminster
October 24-25,2016
Servus Sports Centre, Lloydminster, SK/AB
This course is designed and taught to give the participants a hands on learning perspective on ice installation, ice
maintenance, air quality, energy efficiency, and ice resurfacer operation.
Registration Form - Download (PDF)