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Saskatchewan Index of Wellbeing

The Saskatchewan Index of Wellbeing has been released! Access the full report at the link.
Read it, and start a conversation!

2020 Heritage Fair Teacher Registration

Teachers are now able to register their classes for the upcoming Heritage Fair season! Registration deadline: February 3rd

Another year comes to a close and as always, the anticipation of a new year (and a new decade!) is a good time to reflect on what has passed and where we hope to...

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HERITAGE SASKATCHEWAN NEWS

Membership Drive - Join Us
Membership with Heritage Saskatchewan is open to anyone who has an interest in and values heritage in Saskatchewan.  As a member you are eligible to be nominated to the Board and vote at the AGM.  You can secure your membership by following this link

Save the Date! Heritage Forum 2020 - February 27th

Heritage Saskatchewan, in partnership with the staff from the Heritage Conservation Branch in the Ministry of Parks, Culture and Sport, have begun planning for this annual event. Mark your calendar and plan to join us in Saskatoon in February. Watch this newsletter for updates!

2020 Heritage Fairs Teacher Registration Now Open!
Teachers throughout Saskatchewan are now able to register their classes for the 2020 Heritage Fairs season. Register by February 3rd

Heritage Saskatchewan Holiday Hours
The Heritage Saskatchewan office will be closed over the holidays starting noon on December 24th, through to Monday morning, January 6th

Our work on Index of Wellbeing Earns National Award
We are a proud recipient of a 2019 Governors' Award from the National Trust for Canada for our work on the development of the Saskatchewan Index of Wellbeing (SIW), connecting heritage and wellbeing. The Index was released earlier this fall, and is accessible on the SIW website. To better understand what Heritage Saskatchewan has to do with wellbeing, check out our recent blog

We are Celebrating our 10th Anniversary This Year!
Check out our blog written by our CEO; and view our video, About Heritage Saskatchewan

Heritage Awards
Earlier this Fall, His Honour, the Honourable Russell Mirasty, presented eight awards to deserving recipients from across the province. Check out our website for a list of category winners and a link to photos

Video & Blog Series
Check out our video and blog series for some great stories highlighting Living Heritage in Saskatchewan
AROUND THE PROVINCE

Wanuskewin wins Canadian Tourism Award
Congratulations to the Wanuskewin Heritage Park, which received the ITAC Indigenous Tourism Award in Ottawa on November 20th

Creative Kids Holiday Fundraiser Underway

SaskCulture's Creative Kids gift campaign has begun! Purchase a gift that benefits Saskatchewan kids in need for a teacher, friend, or family member at the link!

Pre-Sale of Heritage Regina 2020 Lecture Series Tickets
Heritage Regina members and Friends can now purchase advance tickets for the Heritage Regina 2020 Lecture Series! Check out the full lineup here

Western Development Museum (WDM) Heritage Festival of Saskatoon
On February 2nd, plan to attend the WDM 's Heritage Festival of Saskatoon. Visit the museum from 12-5 for hands-on activities for all ages

Western Development Museum (WDM) North Battleford Receives Generous Donation
The WDM North Battleford has received a generous donation from the North Battleford Lion's Club Inc., allowing them to purchase vital equipment for the maintenance of the museum 

Prince Albert Historical Society Shortlisted for Award
The Prince Albert Historical Society has been shortlisted for the 2019 Governor General's History Award for Excellence in Community Programming for its Indigenous Mural Project

Save the Date! Conference on Volunteerism

June 8-10, 2020, the National Conference on Volunteerism will be taking place in Saskatoon. For more information, and to stay up-to-date, visit the link

Saskatchewan Tourism Awards - Call for Nominations
Nominations are now open for Saskatchewan Tourism Awards of Excellence. Deadline: January 24, 2020

SHFS Storytelling for Youth Workshops
Every other Tuesday until March 10th, the Saskatchewan History and Folklore Society will host a Storytelling Workshop for youth ages 13-21. Find out more at the link

Survey by OTC Examines SK Public Opinion on Truth and Reconciliation
A recent survey conducted by the Office of the Treaty Commissioner, finds that Saskatchewan residents agree that reconciliation is possible, and important. Read the full report here

Western Development Museum Collection Now Online
The Western Development Museum's collection of Saskatchewan artifacts, and over 9000 library materials, are now available to browse online for free

November Economic Indicator Report for Saskatchewan
Trendline Praxis Consulting's monthly report indicating Saskatchewan's economic health has been released for November

The Saskatchewan Nonprofit Partnership Report
'A Profile of the Nonprofit Sector in SK: An Overview’  is a report that profiles the nonprofit sector, with an overview of key characteristics of nonprofits in SK. Sign up for e-updates for more
AROUND THE NATION & BEYOND

Young Canada Works (YCW) - 2020 Applications Now Open
The YCW program offers funding for organizations looking to hire students or recent grads for jobs in the domain of culture and heritage. Deadline: January 15th

New Podcast on Heritage Collections in Canada

The Canadian Conservation Institute and the Canadian Heritage Information Network have collaborated to produce a new podcast, In Our Words. Listen in on Android or iPhone

Dale Jarvis on Storytelling, Folklore, and Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH)
Check out this article by the National Trust for Canada about Newfoundland and Labrador's Intangible Cultural Heritage Development Officer, Dale Jarvis, and how he uses storytelling and folklore to capture ICH

Canadian Senate Releases Report on Charitable Sector
A Catalyst for Change: A Roadmap to a Stronger Charitable Sector, conducted by Canada's Senate, has been released, and includes 42 recommendations

National Trust Top 10 Endangered Places List

The National Trust for Canada's annual Top 10 Endangered Places List has been released. Saskatchewan's St. Vital Roman Catholic Church, in Battleford, has made the list

2019 International Year of Indigenous Languages
An initiative by UNESCO, UNDESA, members of Steering Committee for the organization of the International Year, and other relevant stakeholders, has declared 2019 International Year of Indigenous Languages

ICCROM Mini Survey on Cultural Collections
Complete this quick survey that determines the importance and personal impact of cultural collections 

Add a Historic Place to the National Trust's Passport Places
Email the Manager of Partnerships and Sites with your suggestions or find out more
GRANTS & FUNDING
Gender Equity in Recreational Sport: Dec 15
Family & Friends Community Foundation Inc. Grant: Dec 31
Macro Properties Prairie Partnership Grant: Jan 10
Groups and Organizations Grant - NIB: Jan 10
Aboriginal Community Sport Development Grant: Ongoing

Market Travel Grant: Ongoing
Seed Foundation Grants: Ongoing

Tour Support Grant: Ongoing
Feature Film Production Grant: Ongoing
TV Production Grant: Ongoing

Dreamcatcher Charitable Foundation Fund: Ongoing
Creative Sask: Ongoing
Painted Hand Development Corporation Grant: Ongoing

Seed Foundation: Ongoing
Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council Grants: Ongoing
Canada Saskatchewan Job Grant: Ongoing
Canada Cultural Spaces Fund: Ongoing
Coop Community Investment Fund: Ongoing
Creative Kids: Ongoing
Painted Hand Community Development Corporation: Ongoing
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Status Update Clerk - Mètis Nation Saskatchewan
Data Entry Clerk - Mètis Nation Saskatchewan
Administrative Assistant - Saskatoon - Mètis Nation Saskatchewan
Intake Clerk - Mètis Nation Saskatchewan
Youth Consultant - Lakeland District for Sport, Culture and Recreation
Executive Director - Saskatchewan Association of Theatre Professionals
Visitor Services Representative - N
utrien Wonderhub
Administrative Assistant - Saskatchewan Music Educators Association


Looking for more job opportunities? Check out the Heritage Job Search Web Application by the Canadian Museums Association and the Canadian Heritage Information Network, intended for museum and heritage professionals!
WORKSHOPS & EVENTS
December 11: Eat Healthy Play Healthy Webinar Series
December 18: Publishing 101, Saskatoon
December 21: A Christmas Long Ago, WDM Moose Jaw
January 13: Personal Taxes for Theatre Artists, Regina
January 24 + 25: Writing North 10: Turn West, Saskatoon
February: Saskatchewan Aboriginal Storytelling Month 2020
February 2: Heritage Festival of Saskatoon, Western Development Museum 
February 25-27: Native Prairie Restoration/Reclamation Workship + Transboundary Grasslands Partnership Workshop, Regina
February 27: 2020 Heritage Forum
March 20: Anti-Racism Workshop for Youth, Prince Albert
April 27-29: Intersections for Growth Conference - SEDA, Saskatoon Inn
June 8-10: Conference on Volunteerism, Saskatoon
Ongoing: Leap Management Development Skills Program for Nonprofit Leaders. Session dates and info here
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