Activity Lending Library - Winter Edition
2023-12-15 - 2023-12-21
Get your application in for the new Activity Lending Library – Winter Edition program!
We at Parkland Valley District want to add to or help your community/organization create a Lending Library!
The goal of the Activity Lending Library – Winter Edition is to provide residents with the opportunity to access leisure and recreation equipment in their local community. It allows them to try a new activity or practice an old favourite. It will help keep families active and entertained during the prairie winter months and build community in your neighbourhood!
How does it work? Simply fill out the online application form. Be sure to read the guidelines before applying.
Deadline to apply is end of day December 21, 2023.

Christmas Holidays
2023-12-25 - 2024-01-01
Parkland Valley Sport, Culture & Recreation District offices will be closed from December 25, 2023 – January 1, 2024.
Regular office hours will resume January 2, 2024.
Have a fantastic holiday season!

Board Roles & Responsibilities Webinar
2024-01-25 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Regina) | Zoom Webinar
Do not miss this webinar!
A must attend session for anyone who is involved in non-profits and wants to learn more about board responsibilities, related topics and governance best practices!
Those in attendance will gain valuable information relating to:

Specific accountabilities of individual board members.
Obligations of the board as a whole.
Tools to support contributions to organizations as a board member.

AND MORE!
Taking place Thursday, January 25, 2024 from 6:30pm – 8:30pm, this webinar will be facilitated by Shari Hildred.

Grant Writing (In-Person)
2024-02-06 10:00 - 15:00 | Land Titles Building, 49 Smith Street, Yorkton, Saskatchewan, Canada
Register now for Grant Writing, in person!
Facilitated by Coralie Bueckert, attendees will learning the grant writing process, the development of a program and it’s relation to the grant writing process, justifying the needs for funding, how to plan for the follow-up report, and much more!
Taking place February 6, 2024 at the Land Titles Building in Yorkton, SK from 10:00am – 3:00pm. Lunch will be provided for participants. Cost to attend the workshop is free.
Pre-registration is required. Questions can be directed to Wendy McLeod, Community Consultant.

KAIROS Blanket Exercise
2024-02-14 13:00 - 15:00 | National Bank A – Gallagher Centre, Yorkton SK
The KAIROS Blanket Exercise is an interactive and experiential teaching tool used to raise awareness and increase the understanding of the historic and contemporary relationship between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples in Canada.
Facilitated by the Yorkton Tribal Council Health & Social Development Department, this in-person session will take place Wednesday February 14, 2024 in Yorkton, SK at the National Bank Room A in the Gallagher Centre, beginning at 1:00pm.
Please pre-register for this session as a minimum number of participants are required.
Questions can be directed to Wendy McLeod, Community Consultant.

Recruiting & Retaining Volunteers
2024-02-20 09:00 - 11:00 | Zoom Webinar
A must attend webinar to build your volunteer group!
Are you having trouble recruiting and retaining volunteers in your organization? You’re not alone.
Learn about the challenges of recruiting and retaining volunteers in our intergenerational communities. Build a strong team of volunteers by including all ages and stages.
Facilitated by Brenda Robinson, this is one webinar you do not want to miss!
Taking place Tuesday, February 20, 2024 from 9:00am – 11:00am. Cost is free. Please pre-register for the webinar.

SCR Outreach Grant Q&A Session
2024-04-03 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom Webinar
Be sure to drop in on this webinar if you’re planning to apply for the SCR Outreach Grant.
Filled with valuable information including changes made to the Application Form and Grant Guidelines, this webinar will go over what’s new, how to do the budget, plus tips when applying.
Have all your questions answered or assistance with your grant application as well!
The SCR Outreach Grant Q&A session takes place April 3, 2024 from 12:00pm – 1:00pm over Zoom.
Don’t forget, the next deadline for the SCR Outreach Grant is April 15, 2024. The Application Form and Grant Guidelines can be found on our website.
Questions should be directed to Community Consultant Wendy McLeod.

Info Session - Indigenous Community Sport Development Grant Program
2024-04-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Zoom Webinar
Parkland Valley Sport, Culture and Recreation District has partnered with Rivers West District for Sport, Culture & Recreation to bring you an Information Session about the Indigenous Community Sport Development Grant Program (ICSDGP).
Guest speakers from Sask Sport will be on the webinar to go over ICSDGP, review the grant and answer questions about the new ICSDGP process moving forward for 2024 – 2025.
This information session is perfect for anyone who has applied to ICSDGP or new to the Grant and wants more information about what changes have been made and what is eligible.
Webinar takes place April 9, 2024 beginning at 10:00am.
Questions can be directed to Community Consultant Wendy McLeod. Please pre-register for the webinar.

SCR Outreach Grant Deadline
2024-04-15 00:00
Applications for the Sport, Culture and Recreation (SCR) Outreach Grant are due April 15, 2024.
The SCR Outreach Grant assists communities and organizations with the following:

Recreational experiences for well-being.
Cultural and/or creative inquiry projects.
Sport development projects.
Healthy active living and/or physical activity initiatives.

Be sure to read the Grant Guidelines before applying as they’ve been updated for the 2024-2025 grant year. The Application Form can be found under the Grants & Funding – Parkland Valley Funding page.
Questions about the SCR Outreach Grant can be directed to Community Consultant Wendy McLeod.

Land Acknowledgement
2024-04-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Zoom Webinar
Join us for an interactive conversation with Annie Battiste, a proud Mi’kmaq woman and member of the Potlotek First Nation.
Participants will learn about Land Acknowledgements and the importance of treaties in Saskatchewan through this webinar from the Office of the Treaty Commissioner.
Those in attendance will have the opportunity to read their own Land Acknowledgements, if they choose, and have Annie make suggestions.
The webinar will take place April 23, 2024 from 10:00am – 12:00pm over Zoom. Please pre-register.
Questions can be directed to Community Consultant Wendy McLeod.

Sport Wrapping & Taping Workshop
2024-04-27 09:00 - 17:00 | Yorkton United Football Club Clubhouse, 305 Gladstone Ave. S., Yorkton
This 7-hour practical workshop covers types of soft tissue injuries, cycle and mechanism of injuries, stages of healing, assessing and return to sport guidelines, knowing when to tape vs when not to tape, ankle wrapping, ankle taping, wrist taping, thumb & finger taping and more!
Facilitated by Brittany Grose with Sport Medicine & Science Council of Saskatchewan, this educational workshop takes place Saturday, April 27 from 9:00am – 5:00pm with an hour break for lunch.
The in-person event will be hosted at the Yorkton United Football Club’s clubhouse, located at 305 Gladstone Ave. South.
Cost to attend is $30. Please bring cash or cheque to the workshop.
Pre-registration is required. Questions can be directed to Community Consultant Wendy McLeod.

ICSDGP Deadline
2024-04-30 00:00
The Indigenous Community Sport Development Grant Program (ICSDGP) has opened for the April 30, 2024 deadline.
It’s purpose is to provide greater sport participation and development opportunities for Indigenous youth in Saskatchewan, especially youth living in urban, rural, on-reserve, isolated and northern communities.
The grant is designed to support the development and implementation of community sport programs.
Grant Guidelines and the Application Form can be found on our website. Questions can be directed to Community Consultant Wendy McLeod.

Non-Profit Board Oversight
2024-05-14 18:30 - 20:30 | Zoom Webinar
This session offers rookie and veteran board members an introduction to board oversight – the things you need to know what hope never happen!
Facilitated by Wendy Plandowski, Non-Profit Board Oversight is a window into identifying conflict of interest, financial oversight and how to make the tough decisions that affect your organization.
Some of the topics covered will include: board member responsibilities, understanding conflict of interest, financial oversight, making good decisions, exit strategies and more!
Questions can be directed to Community Consultant Wendy McLeod. The webinar takes place Tuesday, May 14 from 6:30pm – 8:30pm over Zoom.

Deadline: Activity Lending Library - Summer Leisure Edition
2024-05-15
The Activity Lending Library focuses on leisure, recreation and outdoor family activity items.
The goal of the program is to allow residents to try a new recreation activity or practice an old favourite.
Applications are now being accepted for the Summer Leisure Edition of the program. Eligible municipalities and organizations are encouraged to apply and let us know what summer leisure activities would go over best in your community!
Be sure to read the Guidelines before applying. Deadline is May 15, 2024.
Questions can be directed to Community Consultant Wendy McLeod.

SCR Outreach Grant Q&A Session
2024-06-05 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom Webinar
If you’re considering applying for the SCR Outreach Grant, this is one webinar you don’t want to miss!
Community Consultant Wendy McLeod will go over the Application Form, including how to fill out the budget and things not to forget/include in your application.
She’ll also cover changes made to the Grant Guidelines, including what is and isn’t eligible, along with other tips when it comes to the SCR Outreach Grant.
There will also be time set aside for you to ask all your questions about the Grant! This webinar takes place Wednesday, June 5 beginning at 12:00pm.
Be sure to pre-register to receive the Zoom Link.
Questions can be directed to Community Consultant Wendy McLeod.

SCR Outreach Grant Deadline
2024-06-15 00:00
The next deadline for the SCR Outreach Grant is June 15, 2024.
Applications are now open for the June 15 deadline. Be sure to read the updated guidelines posted on our website.
The SCR Outreach Grant assists communities and organizations with funding for projects that meet the needs of their citizens through the benefits of sport, culture and recreation.
This program strives to create opportunities for citizens to engage in: recreational experiences for well-being, cultural and/or creative inquiry projects, sport development projects, and healthy active living and/or physical activity initiatives.
Questions can be directed to Community Consultant Wendy McLeod.

Aquatics Chat
2024-06-19 10:00 | Zoom Webinar
Dive into Aquatic Excellence: Join us for an engaging Aquatics Chat!
Date: June 19, 2024
Times: 10:00 – 11:00 AM OR 3:00 – 4:00 PM
This event offers a unique opportunity to network with fellow pool managers, recreation directors, senior lifeguards and those responsible for enhancing the aquatic experience in your community.
Led by Shelby Rushton, CEO of the LifeSaving Society Saskatchewan Branch, the session begins with a brief presentation on promoting and communicating aquatic safety in your community. Following this, we will dip into insightful discussions, sharing tips and strategies for ensuring a top-notch summer experience.
Don’t miss out on this chance to connect, learn, collaborate, and share your experiences and knowledge.
Register now for either the morning or afternoon session. Registration deadline: June 17th, 5:00 PM
Questions can be directed to Community Consultant Wendy McLeod.

Annual General Meeting
2024-06-26 17:30 - 21:00 | St. Mary’s Cultural Centre
Parkland Valley Sport, Culture and Recreation District will host their 2024 Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, June 26, 2024.
The event will take place at St. Mary’s Cultural Centre in Yorkton with registration beginning at 5:30pm, supper at 6:00pm, the AGM at 7:00pm and the Guest Speaker (TBA) at 8:00pm.
The Registration & Voting Form has been sent to eligible members. Please return it to our Executive Director by June 17, 2024 at 4:00pm. Each eligible voting member receives a free dinner. Extras plates are $25 each.
At the AGM, there will be three (3) Board of Directors positions up for nomination/election. If you’re interested in putting your name forward to sit on the Parkland Valley Board of Directors, please reach our to our Executive Director Chelsey Johnson for details including requirements and Nominations Forms.

HIGH FIVE - Principles of Healthy Child Development
2024-07-04 10:00 - 15:00 | Yorkton Public Library
This one-day training teaches front-line leaders how to enhance the quality of the programs they are delivering. It provides in-depth knowledge of the HIGH FIVE Principles of healthy child development so front-line leaders understand what they need to do to ensure each child’s social, emotional and cognitive needs are met.
This training is meant for front-line leaders or anyone working with children aged 4 – 12. Examples: instructor or camp counsellor.
HIGH FIVE PHCD takes place July 4, 2024 from 10:00am – 3:00pm at the UCT Meeting Room at the Yorkton Public Library.
Questions can be directed to Executive Director Chelsey Johnson.

Saskatchewan Summer Games - Lloydminster
2024-07-21 - 2024-07-27 | Lloydminster
The 2024 Saskatchewan Summer Games, presented by Teine Energy, will take place July 21 – 27 in Lloydminster!
The Saskatchewan Games are our province’s biennial celebration of sport, culture and community! Taking place every two years and alternating between summer and winter, the Saskatchewan Games provide an opportunity for our province’s developing athletes, coaches and officials to experience an exciting and inclusive multi-sport event.
More than 1,800 athletes, coaches and officials will gather in the Border City. There will be 15 sports showcased including: Archery, Canoe/Kayak, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Special Olympics – Bocce, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball, Athletics, Baseball, Basketball, Beach Volleyball, Triathlon and Wheelchair Basketball.
Team Parkland Valley will have upwards of 250 athletes, coaches, managers and mission staff attend the 2024 Saskatchewan Summer Games in Lloydminster.

2024 Tony Cote Summer Games
2024-08-10 - 2024-08-16 | Lac La Ronge
The 2024 Tony Cote Summer Games, hosted by Lac La Ronge Indian Band, takes place August 10 – 16, 2024.
Located in north-central Saskatchewan, the Lac La Ronge Indian Band is the largest First Nation in Saskatchewan, and one of 10 largest in Canada, with a population of 11,843 as of March 1, 2023.
Summer sports will include: Athletics, Archery, Beach Volleyball, Canoe/Kayak, Golf, Soccer and Softball.
Dates, locations and more information about tryouts will be posted on the Tony Cote Summer Games website once announced.

SCR Outreach Grant Deadline
2024-09-15
Applications are being accepted for Parkland Valley’s Sport, Culture and Recreation Outreach Grant.
The SCR Outreach Grant assists communities and organizations with recreational experiences for well-being, cultural and/or creative inquiry projects, sport development projects and healthy active living and/or physical activity initiatives.
Deadline for the SCR Outreach Grant is September 15, 2024.
Grant Guidelines and the Application Form can be found on our website. Questions should be directed to Community Consultant Wendy McLeod.

Volunteer Recruitment & Retention for Non-Profits
2024-09-26 18:30 - 20:00 | Zoom Webinar
If you’re needing information, advice or even tips on recruiting and retaining volunteers, this webinar is one you’ll want to sign up for!
Facilitator Wendy Plandowski, the recent co-chair of the 2024 Saskatchewan Summer Games in Lloydminster, will teach participants how to create a volunteer strategy, ways to recruit new volunteers and keep your current volunteers, volunteer burnout, how to create a volunteer culture that promotes and supports the goals of your organization, AND MORE!
Volunteer Recruitment & Retention for Non-Profits is open to everyone. Taking place September 26 over Zoom from 6:30pm – 8:00pm.
Please pre-register. Questions can be directed to Community Consultant Wendy McLeod.

Treaty Teachings
2024-10-03 10:00 - 23:30 | Yorkton Public Library
Join us for an in-person learning session during Culture Days and gain valuable information about Treaties.
Those in attendance will learn about Treaty History, Treaty Relationship, Treaty Responsibilities, Treaty Land Entitlement and more.
Speaker Aaron Tootoosis, a Plains Cree from the Poundmaker Indian Reserve in Treaty 6 Territory, will lead the session.
Limited seating is available for this event. Pre-registration is required.
Treaty Teachings will take place in-person on Thursday, October 3 at the Yorkton Regional Library (93 Broadway St. W) from 10:00am – 11:30pm. Questions can be directed to Community Consultant Darla Batke.

Grant Writing Webinar
2024-10-16 18:30 - 20:30 | Zoom Webinar
Polish up your grant writing skills!
Facilitator Coralie Bueckert will teach you the grant writing process, how to develop a balanced budget, how to plan early for the follow up and more!
Taking place October 16 from 6:30pm – 8:30pm, the Grant Writing webinar is free but pre-registration is required.
Questions can be directed to Community Consultant Wendy McLeod.

Indigenous Community Sport Development Grant Deadline
2024-10-30
The Indigenous Community Sport Development Grant Program has opened for another round of funding!
ICSDGP provides greater sport participation and development opportunities for Indigenous youth in Saskatchewan.
Applicants can apply for up to $5,000 to create new sport programs and more in communities within the Parkland Valley District. Schools are also eligible to apply!
For more details, contact Community Consultant Darla Batke. Grant guidelines and the application form can be found on our website. Deadline to apply is October 30, 2024.

Rink Chat
2024-11-07 18:30 | Zoom Webinar
Connect with leaders of ice and curling rinks across the Parkland Valley!
We’re inviting all ice leaders from the smallest rink to the largest centre to gather for a networking event online. Participants will be able to have a roundtable discussion, learn about funding opportunities, and more.
Special Guest Speaker Tim Hanna with Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association will be in attendance to answer your questions and cover any hot topics you request.
Our first ever Rink Chat will take place Thursday, November 7, 2024 from 6:30pm – 7:30pm over Zoom.
Everyone from rink operators, rink/recreation boards, facility operators, community representatives, recreation directors and more are welcome to attend!
Please pre-register. Questions can be directed to Community Consultant Wendy McLeod.

Managing Challenging Situations & Conflict
2024-11-12 18:30 - 20:00 | Yorkton Public Library
If you need assistance dealing with conflict, including in a board setting, this webinar is one you won’t want to miss.
Facilitated by Flo Frank, CEO and Senior Consultant with Common Ground Consulting Inc., Managing Challenging Situations and Conflict will teach you the tools needed to deal with conflict.
Participants will learn strategies to address conflict before it gets out of hand, tools and resources to help address and resolve issues, solutions to bullying and difficult board behaviour and more!
Please pre-register for this webinar which takes place November 12, 2024 from 6:30pm – 8:00pm. If you have questions or scenarios for Flo but want to remain anonymous, please include them with your registration.
Questions can be directed to Community Consultant Wendy McLeod – wmcleod@parklandvalley.ca or (306) 786-6585.
Please note, this webinar will now ONLY be offered via Zoom from the comfort of your own home/remote location and will no longer be broadcasted from the Yorkton Public Library. We apologize for any inconvenience.

SCR Outreach Grant Deadline
2024-11-15
The final SCR Outreach Grant deadline of our 2024 – 2025 fiscal year!
The Sport, Culture and Recreation Outreach Grant assists communities and organizations with funding for projects that meet the needs of their citizens through the benefits of sport, culture and recreation!
Eligible applicants can apply for up to $1,500!
This program strives to create opportunities for citizens to engage in recreation experiences for well-being, cultural and/or creative inquiry projects, sport development projects, and healthy active living and/or physical activity initiatives.
Questions? Unsure if your program or event might be eligible? Contact Community Consultant Wendy McLeod.
Be sure to read the Grant Guidelines on our website. The SCR Outreach Grant Application Form is also posted online here.
Deadline date: November 15, 2024.

Sponsorship & Advertisement Webinar
2024-11-19 09:00 - 11:00 | Zoom Webinar
The how-to webinar when you’re not an expert!
Don’t miss the upcoming Sponsorship & Advertising webinar with Coralie Bueckert where you’ll learn how to manage sponsorship and advertisement when your plate is already full and you’re not a marketing expert.
This learning opportunity is meant to show participants how to do sponsorship and advertising off the corner of your desk while still keeping up with your other tasks.
Guiding topics include: how/where to look for funding, creating an attractive sponsorship package, relationship building and thinking outside the box when looking for funding and advertisement.
Be sure to pre-register by clicking here.
This webinar will take place Tuesday, November 19 from 9:30am – 11:30am. Questions can be directed to Community Consultant Wendy McLeod.
