Archived Regina Events

These Regina events have been archived based on an expiry date set by the originator. Please note that these events are only presented for interest – to give volunteers, nonprofit organizations, and site visitors an opportunity to see the types of events occurring in Regina, Saskatchewan.
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Regina Farmers' Market on Campus (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: October 9, 2014 - October 9, 2014

Who doesn't love a Farmers' Market? Back again this fall by popular demand! Last year's vendors included: Scandinavian Sweethearts - mustard, chilli sauce, pickles Zee-Bee Honey - plain and flavoured honey Mila's - assorted baked goods Golden Prairie Wild Boar - wild boar meat Sacred Earth - homemade soaps The Cookie Lady - cookies, brownies, pie Name Your Nuts - roasted almonds, peanuts and pecans Soup Simply - prepared frozen soups BarnCat Designs - metal sculpture Angela's Own - dried soup and dip mixes Rocky Acres Orchard - spreads, syrups, relish, pickles, canning, assorted veggies Trogi Foods - homemade salsas RDeeZ Treats and Eats - middle eastern food Pusch Brothers Farm - greenhouse tomatoes and cucumbers Loon Creek - frozen saskatoon berries Over the Hill Orchards - juice, spreads, syrups, chocolates, granola bars Laurel's Danish Pastry - danish pastry Auntie Meme's Cakes - cupcakes We hope to have them back this year as well as maybe some new faces as well. Come check it out!

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/regina-farmers-market-on-campus-7

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Working in the shadows for transparency: Russ Hiebert, LabourWatch, Nanos Research, and the Making of Bill C-377 (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: October 8, 2014 - October 8, 2014

Private member's Bill C-377 "An Act to amend the Income Tax Act (requirements for labour organizations)" has generated significant controversy since it was introduced in late-2011. The proposed Act will require trade unions to publicly disclose detailed financial information about their activities as well as information about the proportion of time union leaders engage in political and lobbying activities. This presentation explains the generation of public and political support for C-377 by examining the connection between an influential 2011 LabourWatch-sponsored Nanos Research poll that reported 83% of Canadians supported public disclosure of union financial information, the Conservative government's anti-union agenda, and the political economy of polling agencies in Canada. We draw on data from Hansard transcripts, individual interviews with key informants, freedom of information requests, personal correspondence between the authors and the parties involved in the LabourWatch-Nanos Research poll, and newspaper reports. We find that the actions of groups and individuals associated with creating, disseminating, and reviewing the LabourWatch-Nanos Research poll show contempt for the principle of transparency.

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/working-in-the-shadows-for-transparency-russ-hiebert-labourwatch-nanos-research-and-the-making-of-bill-c-377

Free Wellness Wednesday - Lifelong Learning Centre (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: October 8, 2014 - October 8, 2014

What Is Influenza? This presentation addresses the signs and symptoms of Influenza (the flu), how the virus is transmitted and who is at most risk of contracting it. You will learn what Influenza is and what it is not, some of the most common complications that result from the flu and how we can best prevent it. There will be ample time for questions and all will be addressed by Kathy Roth, a Public Health Nurse.

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/free-wellness-wednesday-lifelong-learning-centre-1

A Local to Global Decade on Education For Sustainable Development 2004-2014: Next Steps in UNU Global Action Program (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: October 8, 2014 - October 8, 2014

Presenters: Prof. Lyle Benko, Dr. Paul Kolenick, Dr. Roger Petry and Dr. Garth Pickard, Faculty of Education, University of Regina ABSTRACT Since 2007, when Saskatchewan was designated as the Regional Centre of Expertise (RCE) on Education for Sustainable Development, it has represented the local, regional, national, and international interests and research on sustainable education principles. The SK RCE now exists as part of the global network of over 120 RCE's worldwide, offering mentorship to new RCE's. The original Decade on Environmental Sustainability Development will transform into a United Nations Global Action Program (GAP) with its inauguration and formation in November 2014 in Okayama, Japan at the United Nations University. Our past work and upcoming opportunities with the United Nations University GAP will provide our U of R community and region with several research and learning synergies in the very near future. An overview of the past years and connections to these opportunities will be presented for discussion. Everyone is welcome. Coffee and cookies are provided. No registration is required.

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/a-local-to-global-decade-on-education-for-sustainable-development-2004-2014-next-steps-in-unu-global-action-program

Five Trends Changing Our World: Are we ready for them? (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: October 7, 2014 - October 7, 2014

Keynote address by The Honourable Kevin G. Lynch, Vice-Chairman, BMO Financial Group Panel speakers: Louise Greenberg, Ph.D., Deputy Minister, Advanced Education, Government of Saskatchewan Harold MacKay, Counsel, MacPherson Leslie & Tyerman LLP Ron Styles, President and CEO, SaskTel The world is in the midst of profound change, driven by the intersecting trends of globalization, information technology, energy, demographics, and education. What do these mean for continued success and prosperity in mid-sized western countries like Canada? What are the implications for governing in a hyperconnected global economy? These are not issues easily solved, but from a governing perspective, they must be publicly discussed and debated if we are to manage these forces of change well.

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/five-trends-changing-our-world-are-we-ready-for-them

Campion College Fall Information Night (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: October 7, 2014 - October 7, 2014

Find out more about Campion---Canada's Jesuit undergraduate college---scholarship opportunities, university admission requirements, and your university options at the Campion College Information Night:

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/campion-college-fall-information-night

Beyond the Book Lecture: Eating myself crazy with Treena Wynes (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: October 7, 2014 - October 7, 2014

We humans have an emotional dependency on food. We eat chocolate when we're sad or depressed, but most of us don't know why it makes us feel better when we do. Yet, that relief is usually temporary, and worse, can thrust us in the opposite emotional direction - it's not a long-term solution to coping with the stresses of life, and can end up causing more stress in the form of unwanted weight gain and other health problems. In Eating Myself Crazy, former bulimic, lifestyle consultant and life coach Treena Wynes not only tells her story of food addiction and how a personal crisis sparked her path to recovery, but also shares valuable information for others struggling with emotional eating issues. Treena shares simple easy-to-swallow bites of important mind/body facts related to food and emotion as well as encouraging her audience to dig deep to uncover deeply hidden reasons for seeking out emotional relief in food. Finally, she offers simple and flexible strategies and tools that can be used to suit any individual's lifestyle and needs.

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/beyond-the-book-lecture-eating-myself-crazy-with-treena-wynes

Virtual Classroom with David Suzuki (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: October 6, 2014 - October 6, 2014

A virtual classroom featuring David Suzuki, 100 Mile Diet co-author J.B Mackinnon and food justice expert Utcha Sawyers. If you are interested in having your class attend this event please e-mail sustainability@uregina.ca.

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/virtual-classroom-with-david-suzuki

Franco Club - French Social Club (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: October 4, 2014 - October 4, 2014

Join the Conversation! Looking for a chance to speak French in Regina? Come join the new Franco Club of the Institut français! Come practice and improve your spoken French in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere, Saturday mornings at the Institut français' Rotonde, on the second floor of the Language Institute Building (LI- 216) from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Grab a coffee and join in on the conversation with the Franco Club! The perfect occasion to make new connections. It's fun, interesting, rewarding and... free! • It's FREE to participate! • No registration required • Parking meters are free on weekends Tu cherches des occasions de parler en français? Joins-toi au Franco Club de l'Institut français! Viens pratiquer et améliorer ton français dans un contexte décontracté et sympa à la Rotonde de l'Institut français, située au 2e étage du Language Institute building (LI-216) de 10h à 11h30! Viens prendre un café et discuter avec le Franco Club! L'occasion idéale de faire du réseautage! C'est amusant, intéressant, enrichissant et…gratuit! Aucune inscription requise!

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/franco-club-french-social-club-12

Math Camp (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: October 4, 2014 - October 4, 2014

Math Camp is a one-day event for students from Grades 7 through 12 who are interested in exploring the infinite frontier of mathematics beyond the school curriculum. Hands-on activities guided by university students and professors offer participants a fun and enriching day.

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/math-camp

Trevor Herriot - Life After the English Degree (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: October 3, 2014 - October 3, 2014

The University of Regina Department of English Presents: Trevor Herriot - Life After the English Degree Friday, October 3, 2014 5:30 PM RIC (Research Innovation Centre) 119 Trevor Herriot is an award-winning author, naturalist, and activist. His first book, River in a Dry Land, won the Drainie-Taylor Biography Prize, The Saskatchewan Book of the Year Award, The Regina Book Award, a CBA Libris Award and was shortlisted for the Governor General's Award. Jacob's Wound was shortlisted for the Writers' Trust Non-Fiction Prize. His two most recent books are The Road Is How: A Prairie Pilgrimage through Nature, Desire, and Soul (HarperCollins, 2014); and Grass, Sky, and Song: Promise and Peril in the World of Grassland Birds (HarperCollins, 2009). Herriot is featured regularly on CBC Radio and is a frequent guest on the call-in show Blue Sky. He lives in Regina, Saskatchewan. All are welcome to attend. There is no cost to attend.

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/trevor-herriot-life-after-the-english-degree

Faculty of Business Administration Speaker Series (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: October 3, 2014 - October 3, 2014

Dr. Masahiro Watanabe of the School of Business at the University of Alberta will present "Understanding the Pre-FOMC Announcement Drift" Abstract: Using high-frequency stock level trade data, we study potential drivers of the puzzling drift in aggregate equity prices prior to FOMC announcements. We find that purchases dominate as volume falls during the pre-FOMC window. This makes the trades more informative. When we condition price changes on the aggregate five-minute order imbalance, the pre-FOMC drift becomes insignificant, implying that the drift can be explained by increased buying pressure for individual stocks. Conditioning on the market imbalance eliminates the drift in six size-BM sorted portfolios, while incorporating portfolio imbalances is less successful. Imbalances in small (large) trades do well at explaining the small (big) stock drift. These results suggest that more intense trading in a thinner market can explain part of the drift, and imply that solutions to the pre-FOMC drift puzzle could revolve around uncovering the identities of traders who buy more aggressively before FOMC announcements.

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/faculty-of-business-administration-speaker-series-1

Social Anxiety: Current Research and Clinical Recommendations (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: October 3, 2014 - October 3, 2014

Join us for our Psychology Education and Research Day (PERD) event - Social Anxiety: Current Research and Clinical Recommendations This year's event focus is on Social Anxiety and we are extremely pleased to have Dr. Richard Heimberg ( http://www.cla.temple.edu/psychology/faculty/richard-heimberg/) who is among the most recognized and accomplished social anxiety researchers and advocates in the world as a key presenter. Dr. Heimberg will be accompanied by Dr. Justin Weeks (University of Ohio), as well as our own local University of Regina researchers Dr. Nick Carleton and Michelle Teale Sapach. We believe the event will be very beneficial for clinicians, researchers, and several interested community members. We are hoping you can attend and help us to spread the word. Registration fee is only $50.00 (free to students with proof of current registration).

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/social-anxiety-current-research-and-clinical-recommendations

Music Matters: Jason Cullimore (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: October 2, 2014 - October 2, 2014

Music Matters is an informal lecture series where you'll discover new career possibilities with interesting and innovative artists. They'll share their secrets to making a living in music while having fun doing it! Jason Cullimore, award-winning composer, talks about composing for film and media.

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/music-matters-jason-cullimore

Regina Farmers' Market on Campus (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: October 2, 2014 - October 2, 2014

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/regina-farmers-market-on-campus-8

Prairie Child Welfare Consortium 2014 Symposium (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: October 1, 2014 - October 1, 2014

The University of Regina Faculty of Social Work - a key academic partner in the Prairie Child Welfare Consortium - is hosting the 7th Biennial PCWC Symposium, October 1, 2 and 3, 2014 at the TCU Place in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Symposium's Theme The symposium will be held under the theme: Celebrating Child Welfare Transformations: Interdisciplinary Practices, Field Education and Research. The purpose of the symposium is to bring together various child welfare stakeholders to discuss research findings, propose solutions and collaborate across jurisdictional and professional boundaries on child welfare issues. Special emphasis will be placed on ongoing and proposed transformation initiatives that are being pursued at the practice, academic and policy levels. It will also highlight the benefits of transformed field education, interdisciplinary collaboration and innovative research to improved child welfare service delivery in Canada.

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/prairie-child-welfare-consortium-2014-symposium

Sustainability Table Fair (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: October 1, 2014 - October 1, 2014

Come check out this table fair as Sustainability Action and Awareness Month begins!

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/sustainability-table-fair

Open Minds: Keeping an Eye on Things (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: October 1, 2014 - October 1, 2014

Everyone is welcome to attend the Fall 2014 Open Minds discussion about the public and private use of unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) entitled 'Keeping an Eye on Things: the future of drones in Canada.' Speakers include: Dr. Raman Paranjape Professor, Electronic Systems Engineering Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science University of Regina Corporal Eldon Hoffman Coordinator, Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Unit RCMP 'F' Division Mr. Joe Barnsley Aviation lawyer and partner of Pitblado Law LLP Winnipeg, Manitoba

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/open-minds-keeping-an-eye-on-things

International Day of Older Persons: Free Forum & Celebration (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: October 1, 2014 - October 1, 2014

Join us to learn about the work of the National Seniors Council and current priorities it is working to address.

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/international-day-of-older-persons-free-forum-celebration

Philosophy Cafe: Lament for a ‘pre-Modern’ Nation? Grant on Canadian Identity - Dr. Ann Ward (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: September 29, 2014 - September 29, 2014

The Philosophy Café is an open exchange of philosophical ideas led by a University of Regina Philosophy Professor or a Graduate Student. The Café runs each Fall and Winter semester. Presented By: Dr. Ann Ward Dr. Ward is an Associate Professor of Philosophy and Political Science at Campion College at the U of R. This talk will revisit George Grant's classic text Lament for a Nation: the Defeat of Canadian Nationalism to discover the political philosophy underlying both Grant's support and critique of the politics of Prime Ministers such as Harper and Diefenbaker. Two key paradoxes in Grant's position are explored. First, Grant is a pro-British supporter of the Commonwealth and an English Canadian nationalist who embraces the aspirations of Catholic Quebec. Second, Grant is a conservative who is nonetheless hostile to "corporate capitalism" and endorses the economic aspirations of the NDP. This paper also explores the concepts of modernity and progress understood by Grant to be the deeper philosophic cause of Canada's loss of independence. Modern political theory, Grant argues, teaches freedom as the human essence, and the modern theory of progress, spearheaded by the United States, espouses the universal, homogeneous society as the key instrument for making the essence of

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/philosophy-cafe-lament-for-a-pre-modern-nation-grant-on-canadian-identity-dr-ann-ward

Right To Know: What’s new at the OIPC? (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: September 29, 2014 - September 29, 2014

Presented by Ronald J. Kruzeniski, Q.C., Saskatchewan Information and Privacy Commissioner Ronald J. Kruzeniski will talk about new developments at the Information and Privacy Commissioner's office with a focus on citizens first, information for all and an updating of legislation. The presentation will highlight Right To Know and its implications for the office and the citizens of Saskatchewan. September 28 to October 5, 2014 is Right to Know Week in Saskatchewan. This week recognizes the importance of the public's right to access public documents through The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. This kind of law promotes accountable government by requiring government to operate in a transparent fashion.

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/right-to-know-whats-new-at-the-oipc

Glen Anaquod Memorial Tipi Raising Competition (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: September 26, 2014 - September 26, 2014

The Tipi Raising Competition was initiated by the late Cultural & Traditional Advisor Glen Anaquod, from the Muscowpetung First Nation. The Anaquod family previously participated in Tipi Raising Competitions held during Treaty Four celebrations. It was Advisor Anaquod's long standing wish to involve the University campus community, students and staff by hosting such a competition. The goals of competition are to provide Aboriginal cultural awareness and present the opportunity to interact and learn in a fun environment. The competition emphasizes the importance of the tipi, culturally and educationally, all the while building the spirit of teamwork. The four competition categories include: High School, Women, Campus & Community. The University of Regina Aboriginal Student Centre coordinates the competition every year. The annual Tipi Raising Competition is a part of the Cultural & Traditional Awareness program at the ASC. The core of the program is to educate the community of the culture and traditions of Aboriginal people, while also providing support to students, staff and faculty. The competition is open to the university community, high school students, and the general public. Everyone is welcome to participate!

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/glen-anaquod-memorial-tipi-raising-competition-1

Fine Arts Presentation Series - Demystifying Brecht (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: September 26, 2014 - September 26, 2014

Demystifying Brecht David Zoob, Visiting Scholar, Senior Lecturer Rose Bruford College of Theatre and Performance, Kent UK September 26, 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. Reception in Faculty Club to follow (co-sponsored by UR International and Theatre Dept.)

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/fine-arts-presentation-series-demystifying-brecht

5 à 7 - Back to school! (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: September 25, 2014 - September 25, 2014

Check out the U of R's hippest monthly get-togethers! Our 5 à 7 are the perfect opportunity to network, socialize and have fun in a French environment right here on-campus. All of the campus community is welcome to enjoy the shows, dances, and music. Each month features a new theme that is sure to entertain you in the institut français' Rotonde (LI-216). Drinks and free food available on-site!

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/5-7-back-to-school

Grant and Proposal Writing Workshop (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: September 25, 2014 - September 25, 2014

This course is designed for individuals tasked with developing funding proposals to granting agencies, in order to support projects or ongoing programming. In this course you will learn the essentials of putting together a successful proposal to key funding organizations. What will you come away with? We will train you to think strategically in the development of your project proposal. As well, you will gain key insights into what funding agencies are looking for in their project submission calls. Finally, you will be able to share your current project ideas with the instructor and fellow classmates to gain feedback on your project proposal in a group learning environment. The bottom line of this course is to get you the resources you need to make things happen in your community, organization, or neighborhood. Facilitator Bob Friedrich is President of Robert W. Friedrich and Associates, a Regina based company that specializes in helping organizations prepare grant proposals, develop strategic plans and create fundraising campaigns. Bob's history includes a successful career as a Federal Public Servant working for five departments and agencies. He has three Deputy Minister Awards of Distinction from the Government of Canada.

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/grant-and-proposal-writing-workshop

1914: A Turning Point in History and Culture (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: September 24, 2014 - September 24, 2014

Centenary Reflections at the University of Regina FALL 2014: The Impact of the Great War on Film and Comics 'The Great War as Rupture in Anti-Heroic Comics' by Dr. Sylvain Rheault, Department of French and 'The Great War and Film Propaganda' by Dr. Christina Stojanova, Department of Film Studies In this commemorative lecture series an interdisciplinary team of scholars will offer their 'Centenary Reflections' on the significance of the Great War as a turning point in history and culture. Specialists from the fields of History, International Studies, English, French, Psychology, Music, Film, Economics and Psychology will consider the influence and legacy of the Great War in a wide range of contexts. Approaching the war from diverse disciplinary perspectives underlines the profound and sometimes surprising impact of the war, as its influence reached from the Berlin streets to the Canadian prairies, from the musical stage to the graphic novel and from the artist's studio to the psychiatrist's couch. Installments of this series will be offered through Fall 2014. All lectures will be hosted in the Archives Reading Room of the John Archer Library at the University of Regina. The lectures will also be recorded and made available for download on the library's oURspace digital repository.

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/1914-a-turning-point-in-history-and-culture-2

Playwright Reading - Arun Lakra (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: September 24, 2014 - September 24, 2014

Based in Calgary, Lakra is one of the most interesting up-and-coming playwrights to have burst onto the scene in the past few years. His play, Sequence, won the 2011 Alberta Playwriting Competition Grand Prize, the 2013 Betty Mitchell Award for Outstanding New Play, the 2013 Calgary Critics Award for Best New Script, and the 2013 Woodward/Newman Drama Award. It was a finalist for the 2012 STAGE International Script Competition (Judges included 3 Pulitzer Prize winners and 2 Nobel Prize winners), and is on the short-list for the 2014 Gwen Pharis Ringwood Drama Prize (Writers' Guild of Alberta) and the long-list for the 2014 James Tait Black Drama Award (University of Edinburgh/National Theatre of Scotland). Having written a book on laser eye surgery, Lakra divides his work time between his ophthalmology practice and his creative endeavours, but he has a range of new creative work in progress-including a supernatural thriller screenplay-so Lakra will bring a lively trans-disciplinary creative perspective to the Reading Series to kick off the 2014-2015 season.

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/playwright-reading-arun-lakra

2014 Luther Lecture (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: September 22, 2014 - September 22, 2014

This year's Luther Lecturer is Dr. Cynthia Moe-Lobeda, of Seattle University. The title of her lecture will be "Climate Justice: Love as Ecological-Economic Vocation." Please join us for an open reception following the Lecture. Parking available in lot 3 (M area) and 17.

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/2014-luther-lecture

Careers Day 2014 (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: September 22, 2014 - September 22, 2014

Careers Day 2014 is an all-discipline career fair attracting local, national, and international employers. Approximately 150 organizations focused on a variety of different Faculty backgrounds will attend to network with University of Regina students and alumni, promoting future career opportunities. This come-and-go event is open to the general public so please feel free to come and join us!

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/careers-day-2014

New Student Orientation and Donation Announcement (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: September 19, 2014 - September 19, 2014

The Department of Film hosts its New Student Orientation, which introduces the students to the faculty and staff and provides information about the programs. There will also be an announcement of a major donation that the department has received. Refreshments will be served; door prizes will be won. The event is open to all.

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/new-student-orientation-and-donation-announcement

Art for Lunch & Encounter on the Green (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: September 19, 2014 - September 19, 2014

We are very pleased to be able to welcome disAbility culture activist and community artist, Dr. Petra Kuppers who will be on campus for a two-day event (September 18th and 19th) focusing on disAbility, inclusion and artistic encounters. Major events on September 19th include Art for Lunch (Noon-1 p.m.; Kinesiology 187) and Encounter on the Green (First Nations University; 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. featuring local artists). Petra teaches in performance and disability studies at the University of Michigan. She is the Artistic Director of The Olimpias Performance Research Series, and Olimpias workshops, installations, performances and exhibitions have been created and shown in Europe, the US, New Zealand and Australia. The Olimpias projects are community-based, collaborative, and deal with disability culture issues. Petra's books include Disability and Contemporary Performance: Bodies on Edge (Routledge, 2003), The Scar of Visibility: Medical Performances and Contemporary Art (Minnesota, 2007) and Community Performance: An Introduction (Routledge, 2007). She has also co-edited with Gwen Robertson The Community Performance Reader (Routledge, 2007).

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/art-for-lunch-encounter-on-the-green

Organic Agriculture: A Sustainable Future for Farmers in Zambia (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: September 18, 2014 - September 18, 2014

The Kasisi Agricultural Training Centre in Zambia was founded 40 years ago by Canadian Jesuit Br. Paul Desmarais. What began as a center of conventional (institutional) agriculture, has evolved into a leading center in sustainable organic agriculture, which works with thousands of small scale farmers. Br. Paul will share how this journey has taken shape, why organic farming is the way to a sustainable future for the small scale farmers he works with, and the challenges that conventional farming and seed harmonization pose for rural farmers in Zambia.

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/organic-agriculture-a-sustainable-future-for-farmers-in-zambia

Cristiana Pegoraro - A Piano Recital (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: September 18, 2014 - September 18, 2014

To celebrate the Italian Presidency of the Council of the Europrean Union, the Consulate General of Italy, in collaboration with the Istituto Italiano di Cultura in Vancouver, the University of Regina and the University of Saskatchewan, presents a concert by acclaimed Italian pianist Cristiana Pegoraro, with music by Mozart, Beethoven, Rossini, Lecuona and Pegoraro herself. Pegoraro started her career as a pianist at a very early age, devoting the years of her artistic development to perfecting her technique and developing her execution of the works of the great composers. She quickly established herself on the international stage as a classical pianist, but her passion, personality and creativity pushed her beyond classical music, resulting in her being recognized by critics as one of the best interpreters of music by the masters of Latin America, as well as one of the most interesting composers of the newer generation in her own right.

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/cristiana-pegoraro-a-piano-recital

Round Table and Discussion on Bill C-36: Proposed Changes to Canada's Prostitution Laws (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: September 18, 2014 - September 18, 2014

Make plans now to attend "Round Table and Discussion on Bill C-36: Proposed Changes to Canada's Prostitution Laws" on September 18th, 2014, co-sponsored by the Community Research Unit, Faculty of Arts, and the Provincial Association of Transition Houses and Services of Saskatchewan. The December 20, 2013 Supreme Court of Canada's decision in Canada v. Bedford (2013 SCC 72) struck down parts of Canada's existing prostitution legislation. The federal government has since redrafted the laws that were deemed unconstitutional and tabled legislation, Bill C-36, to be taken up in the fall session of Parliament. In this round table and subsequent discussion, representatives from community organizations will advocate different positions in response to Bill C-36. Decriminalization, the Nordic Model, and perspectives from law enforcement will be represented.

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/round-table-and-discussion-on-bill-c-36-proposed-changes-to-canadas-prostitution-laws

Comprehensive Poverty Reduction Strategies in Canada: Policy or Window Dressing? (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: September 17, 2014 - September 17, 2014

Presented by Charles Plante, Policy Director, Upstream: Institute for a Healthy Society Comprehensive Poverty Reduction Strategies (CPRS) have become a central pillar of poverty policy in Canada. Since Quebec's Act to Combat Poverty and Social Exclusion in 2002, all except two Canadian provinces have committed to adopting CPRS. Do CPRS actually reduce poverty? Or are CPRS just window dressing for extant provincial policy approaches, some effective and others not? This presentation introduces a framework for evaluating CPRS in Canada, and presents early efforts at evaluation. In addition, Charles will also provide updates on two other projects that are nearing completion, the Poverty Costs Final Report and the tentatively titled One Regime or Many? Social Policy and Welfare Outcomes in Canada's Four Major Provinces.

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/comprehensive-poverty-reduction-strategies-in-canada-policy-or-window-dressing

O.D. Skelton: The Work of the World, 1923-1941 (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: September 16, 2014 - September 16, 2014

During the years between the world wars and into the Second World War, O. D. Skelton was the chief foreign policy advisor to Canada's prime ministers and a lonely advocate for the country's "out and out" independence from Great Britain. Norman Hillmer's edition of Skelton's powerful and eloquent writings on international affairs illuminates his work and his world - co-operating and clashing with Prime Ministers Mackenzie King and R. B. Bennett in an attempt to keep Canada in the international arena and at the same time away from its troubles; maneuvering at imperial conferences in London and at League of Nations meetings in Geneva; systematically building up the Department of External Affairs and the Canadian diplomatic service as instruments of a distinctive national interest; confronting the Manchurian, Ethiopian, and Czech crises of the 1930s; aligning himself with senior francophone politicians such as Ernest Lapointe and Raoul Dandurand; watching in despair as the devils broke loose in Europe and Asia and continents descended into war; and, after the fall of France, moving away from his Canada First views about the Second World War to a realization of the importance of the fight for freedom abroad.

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/od-skelton-the-work-of-the-world-1923-1941

O.D. Skelton and the Work of Scholars (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: September 16, 2014 - September 16, 2014

This seminar considers the purpose of documents generated within and for government, and the use made of them by scholars. In his address Dr. Hillmer draws on his work on O.D. Skelton - the subject of a soon-to-be-released book with the University of Toronto Press - who generated many such documents that are regularly used by historians, political scientists, lawyers and others to answer their questions. The question posed here is whether sufficient care is taken to consider context and motivations when using such records? Dr. Norman Hillmer's many books and numerous articles concentrate on themes in international affairs, politics, and conflict, and he is a former co-editor, with Margaret MacMillan, of the Canadian Institute of International Affairs publication, International Journal. Professor Hillmer's full-scale Skelton biography, O. D. Skelton: A Portrait of Canadian Ambition, will be published by the University of Toronto Press in the spring of 2015.

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/od-skelton-and-the-work-of-scholars

Saskatchewan Disability Strategy - Youth Consultations (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: September 15, 2014 - September 15, 2014

The Government is committed to making Saskatchewan the best place in Canada to live for people with disabilities. We're developing a Disability Strategy to make this a reality - but we need your input! We're hosting a unique opportunity for youth with disabilities, their family and friends to share their voice in shaping the Saskatchewan Disability Strategy that will have an effect on generations to come. This is your chance to have a say - and enjoy a slice of pizza (or two!)

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/saskatchewan-disability-strategy-youth-consultations

U of R Terry's CAUSE on Campus (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: September 11, 2014 - September 11, 2014

This year marks the second annual Terry's CAUSE on Campus to take place at the University of Regina. This event is a 5km or 10 km walk or run around campus in order to raise funds for the Terry Fox Foundation of Saskatchewan. The opening ceremony will take place at 8 A.M. Registration will open at 8:30 and will remain open until 1:30. The closing ceremony for the event will take place at 4:00. Throughout the day, there will be entertainment on the Academic Green including local bands and raffle prizes. You can register online for the walk or run by visiting http://www.terryfox.org/CauseCampus/Campus_registration.html. Also, if you would like more information about the event, you can visit our Facebook page ( https://www.facebook.com/UofRCAUSEonCampus), our twitter account ( https://twitter.com/urterryscause), or our instagram account ( http://instagram.com/urterryscause). We hope to see you at our event!

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/u-of-r-terrys-cause-on-campus

The First World War: Why Did It Happen? (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: September 10, 2014 - September 10, 2014

Dr. Ian Germani, History Professor at the University of Regina, considers five recently published works by historians on the origins of WWI. The problem of assessing responsibility for the outbreak of war remains deeply controversial, with some historians emphasizing the roles of Germany and Austria-Hungary, and others those of France and Russia. A century later after the event, the outbreak of WWI still has lessons to teach us.

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/the-first-world-war-why-did-it-happen

Free Wellness Wednesday - Lifelong Learning Centre (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: September 10, 2014 - September 10, 2014

Glaucoma: The Silent Stealer of Vision Glaucoma is indeed the "Silent stealer of vision". This lecture will involve discussion of the types of glaucoma and the incidence of each along with a description of the signs and symptoms. The diagnostic work up will be discussed: that is the types of tests done to make the diagnosis and the types of treatment: medical and surgical.

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/free-wellness-wednesday-lifelong-learning-centre-2

Faculty Voice Recital (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: September 7, 2014 - September 7, 2014

Dominic Gregorio, baritone Hart Godden, piano & harpsichord The poet embarks on a journey of self-discovery and adventure. Featuring works by Vaughan Williams, Schubert, Scarlatti, Duparc, Finzi, Gluck, Pergolesi, Fauré, Chausson & more. Bio Dominic Gregorio is Director of Choral Activities and Assistant Professor of Choral Music at the University of Regina. Dr. Gregorio holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts Degree in Music from the University of Guelph, a triple major Masters of Music degree in Voice Performance, Choral Conducting and Music History from Philadelphia's Temple University, and the Doctor of Musical Arts Degree in Conducting, Music Education and Voice from the University of Southern California in Los Angeles. Hart Godden is the Artistic Director of the Regina Philharmonic Chorus, and the founder and Artistic Director of the Halcyon Chamber Choir and the Amici Singers. He is also Director of Music and Organist of Knox-Metropolitan United Church, Chorus Master, organist, and utility keyboardist of the Regina Symphony Orchestra, and performs regularly with the baroque ensemble Per Sonatori.

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/faculty-voice-recital

Lifelong Learning Centre Fall Open House (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: September 5, 2014 - September 5, 2014

Join us for tours, displays, demonstrations, and more. FREE gift for first 100 people in attendance. Thursday, September 4, 2014 - 2:00-8:00 pm Friday, September 5, 2014 - 10:00 am-4:00 pm Saturday, September 6, 2014 - 10:00 am-4:00 pm

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/lifelong-learning-centre-fall-open-house

BIG BOOK SALE (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: September 4, 2014 - September 4, 2014

The University of Regina's Seniors' University Group is holding their annual BIG BOOK SALE Thursday, September 4 (2-8 p.m.), Friday, September 5 (9 a.m.-4 p.m.) and Saturday, September 6 (9 a.m.-4 p.m.), at the Lifelong Learning Centre, College Avenue at Cornwall Street. There are thousands of books suitable for all ages and interests. Prices are extremely reasonable; 50 cents for paperback, $1 for trades and $2 for hard cover books.

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/big-book-sale-2

Lifelong Learning Centre Fall Open House (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: September 4, 2014 - September 4, 2014

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/lifelong-learning-centre-fall-open-house-1

From Here, Born Here, Grew Up Here: Researching Religion among the Next Generations (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: August 19, 2014 - August 19, 2014

Presented by Peter Beyer, Professor of religious studies at the University of Ottawa, Canada. Beyer's work has focused primarily on religion in Canada and on developing sociological theory concerning religion and globalization. His publications include Religion and Globalization (Sage, 1994), Religions in Global Society (Routledge, 2006), and Religion in the Context of Globalization (Routledge, 2013). Since 2001, he has been conducting research on religious diversity in Canada. From this research, he is principal author and editor, along with Rubina Ramji, of Growing Up Canadian: Muslims, Hindus, Buddhists (McGill-Queen's, 2013).

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/from-here-born-here-grew-up-here-researching-religion-among-the-next-generations

Young Artist Workshops (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: August 18, 2014 - August 18, 2014

This summer the Conservatory of Performing Arts presents a week-long series of Young Artist Workshops for youth ages 13-17. Workshops are designed to offer youth an intensive learning experience that is both fun and challenging. Young artists can be part of forming a band, creating new digital music, filming a music video, producing a short film, or working with Rider Drumline musicians.

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/young-artist-workshops

First LEGO League organizational meeting (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: August 13, 2014 - August 13, 2014

Do you know any children between the ages of 9 and 14 (or going into Grades 4-8) who might like LEGO Robots? PUBLIC meeting of those interested in forming and registering teams for the upcoming FIRST LEGO League Challenge. Challenge to be released August 26, 2014. So far, this teaser is available: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xQ9eL0hUCa4 Teams can have between 3 and 10 students, between the ages of 9 and 14. This roughly corresponds to Grades 4-8. Students who were 14 as of January 1, 2014 can participate. Going into Grade 4 is a suggested minimum. Each team must have 2 adult coaches (no experience required)! Please share this event with anyone who you think might be interested. If you are interested but can't attend the meeting, please send me an email to hepting@cs.uregina.ca or join the "FIRST in Regina" group on facebook.

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/first-lego-league-organizational-meeting

Genetically Engineered Food Speakers Tour (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: July 30, 2014 - July 30, 2014

Join Dr. Thierry Vrain, a retired genetic engineer who after a 30-year career with Agriculture Canada now speaks against GE technology, and Mr. Tony Mitra, an internationally active citizen journalist and food security activist, to discuss your concerns about GE foods, and how you can take action!

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/genetically-engineered-food-speakers-tour

EMBA Information Session (University of Regina)

Category: Other Event
Dates: July 23, 2014 - July 23, 2014

Fall 2014 Executive MBA Program information session

More information at: http://www.uregina.ca/events/emba-information-session-5

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Caring about others, running the risk of feeling, and leaving an impact on people, brings happiness.

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