Canada-wide science fair coming to Regina this spring
Excerpt:
“…Canada’s brightest young scientists will be in Regina May 14-20 for the 56th edition of the Canada-Wide Science Fair.
The event will feature 500 students and their 400 projects that have earned top marks at regional science fairs across the country. The event is expected to attract about 6,000 visitors to the Regina area, making this Canada’s largest youth science competition. Visitors will include 500 volunteers, 350 judges, 200 chaperones and the public….”
Author: Stephen Law
Date of Article: March 17, 2017
Source: Electronic Products and Technology
Website: http://www.ept.ca/2017/03/canada-wide-science-fair-coming-regina-spring/
Gang violence: ‘A lethal absence of hope’
Excerpt:
“…Serving in a Los Angeles Catholic parish with the highest concentration of gang activity in the world, death was a constant in Father Greg Boyle’s life.
“I had eight gangs in my parish — all at war with each other, and I started to bury a lot of kids,” Boyle said….”
Author: Pamela Cowan
Date of Article: March 16, 2017
Source: Regina Leader-Post
Website: http://leaderpost.com/news/local-news/gang-violence-a-lethal-absence-of-hope
Successful first meeting held for INVOLVE
Excerpt:
“…The first session of INVOLVE was well received by the participants.
“The group is interested to learn more about the strong tradition of volunteerism in Saskatchewan and Canada, and to discover the ways in which they can bring their own volunteer experiences to organizations in Weyburn,” said Heather Ritenburg, from the University of Regina. “They are curious to learn how their volunteer experiences may be similar to and different from volunteers in Saskatchewan.”…”
Date of Article: March 10, 2017
Source: Weyburn This Week
Website: http://www.weyburnthisweek.com/news/successful-first-meeting-held-for-involve-1.11453881
Boudreau, McIntyre receive Saskatchewan Sport Awards
Excerpt:
“…Boudreau, a FIFA-certified assistant soccer referee, received the female official award. Moose Jaw’s Rocky Nickel (baseball) received the male official award.
McIntyre, who has dedicated her time to various sporting events for 30 years, received a volunteer award — along with Carla Laevens of Leader (skating)….”
Date of Article: March 9, 2017
Source: Regina Leader-Post
Website: http://leaderpost.com/sports/local-sports/boudreau-mcintyre-receive-saskatchewan-sport-awards
Canada 150 at Canada Blooms
Excerpt:
“…The most exciting time of year, for Canadian gardeners, will be here in less than a week. Canada Blooms, the largest flower and garden festival in the country, launches at the Enercare Centre in Toronto, Friday, March 10 through Sunday, March 19. This year marks the 21st anniversary of this venerable affair and it promises to be very special….”
Author: Mark Cullen
Date of Article: March 7, 2017
Source: Regina Leader-Post
Website: http://leaderpost.com/life/homes/gardening/canada-150-at-canada-blooms
Dr. Seuss Reading Day a hit with young students in Regina
Excerpt:
“…Cat in the Hat and Green Eggs and Ham were hot reads for elementary school students in Regina for Dr. Seuss Reading Day.
The day is celebrated on March 2, which would be the author’s 113th birthday.
About 40 volunteers helped grade one and two students read at Albert Community School….”
Author: Jules Knox
Date of Article: March 2, 2017
Source: Global News
Website: http://globalnews.ca/news/3284745/dr-seuss-reading-day-a-hit-with-young-students-in-regina/
17 stray dogs taken in for vet care by Saskatoon Dog Rescue over the weekend
Excerpt:
“…Two pregnant dogs were among the 17 rounded up by Saskatoon Dog Rescue during the weekend.
Volunteer coordinator Courtney Fisher said volunteers from the rescue were invited by the Big River First Nation to assist the community with its dog population….”
Author: Creeden Martell
Date of Article: March 1, 2017
Source: CBC News
Website: http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatchewan/saskatoon-dog-rescue-pull-1.4003994
Old meets young at new intergenerational living centre in Regina
Excerpt:
“…The unique concept of intergenerational living is gaining traction in areas of the world and now has a foothold in Regina.
The Orange Tree Village, located in Harbour Landing, opened in December and provides spaces for not only seniors, but families, students, and professionals with a learning centre for children as well….”
Author: Blake Lough
Date of Article: February 28, 2017
Source: Global News
Website: http://globalnews.ca/news/3279397/old-meets-young-at-new-intergenerational-living-centre-in-regina/
