Recently the Saskatchewan government’s announced an investment of $924,000 into the construction of a new day program building for people with intellectual disabilities, to be operated by West Central Abilities (WCA). We caught up with Kim Edmunds, Executive Director of West Central Abilities, to chat a little bit more about what day programs are and… Continue reading Kim Edmunds Chats About Day Programs and WCA’s New Building
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Government Invests in New Day Program Building for Kindersley’s WCA
The Government of Saskatchewan is investing $924,000 into the construction of a new day program building for people with intellectual disabilities, to be operated by West Central Abilities (WCA). The new accessible building will allow for day program supports to be provided to more than 20 people. This new construction will replace an old building… Continue reading Government Invests in New Day Program Building for Kindersley’s WCA
Community Rink Affordability Grant Program
The Government of Saskatchewan has fulfilled a promise to communities around the province, by announcing that registration for the Community Rink Affordability Grant program (CRAG) will officially open on Monday, December 14th, 2020. “In reinstating the Community Rink Affordability Grant, we are helping communities keep ice rinks accessible and affordable across Saskatchewan,” Parks, Culture and… Continue reading Community Rink Affordability Grant Program
Kindersley Urges Feds to Reconsider Gun Ban
By Mallorie Rast Following the Federal Government prohibition of 1500 gun types, the Town of Kindersley has followed in the example of other western Canada municipalities and is urging the Federal Government to revoke its Criminal Code Amendment. In a nation-wide move without prior public announcement, the Federal Government announced on May 1st that it… Continue reading Kindersley Urges Feds to Reconsider Gun Ban
Chamber Looks Ahead Despite Goose Fest Cancellation
By Mallorie Rast As the Kindersley area continues to adjust in the face of COVID-19, some things, including Kindersley’s 48th Annual Goose Festival, had to give. Recently, the Kindersley Chamber of Commerce announced there will be no Goose Festival activities planned and that the event is officially cancelled until 2021. Still, the Chamber is holding… Continue reading Chamber Looks Ahead Despite Goose Fest Cancellation
Town of Kindersley Reminds Organizations of Funding Grants
By Mallorie Rast Every year, the Town of Kindersley offers $15,000 in grants, portioned out to $750 per application to organizations that run programs and services for the residents of Kindersley. In essence, through this funding the Town Council enables our community to give back to the community. “The Kindersley Community Grant is designed to… Continue reading Town of Kindersley Reminds Organizations of Funding Grants
$5.88 Million Towards Saskatoon Policing Initiatives
The Ministry of Corrections and Policing is providing $4.98 million through the Municipal Police Grants program for 43 existing Saskatoon Police Service positions in 2020-2021. This is an increase of $70,000 from last year. “Public safety is a priority for our government,” Saskatoon University MLA Eric Olauson said on behalf of Corrections and Policing Minister… Continue reading $5.88 Million Towards Saskatoon Policing Initiatives