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Art Adjudication in Melfort with Leah Dorion With Reception Open to the Public
The Melfort Arts Council will be having our Art adjudication on May 4th .The adjudication is where up to 12 local emerging artists will submit their work for Leah to critique. There will then be a workshop after for the participants. Our adjudicator will be local Metis artist Leah Dorion. The event will include a publi...
Apr 19, 2024
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Meadow Lake Bull Riding and Rodeo Returns to New Location
Have you heard the news?We are back and bringing you three days of bull riding and rodeo action, this time at a new location... Bear Creek Gymkhana Grounds!Mark your calendars you're not gonna wanna miss this! June 6th - BRC Bull Riding with beer gardens to followJune 8th - LRA Rodeo with Dance to followMore informatio...
Apr 18, 2024
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Gord Bamford's Canadian Dirt Tour Stops in Weldon
Gord Bamford's Canadian Dirt Tour Stops in Weldon April 26th, in support of the Prince Albert Professional Chuckwagon and Chariot Association. See the poster for details.
Apr 17, 2024
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MMIWG2S+ Walk in Melfort
The Marguerite Riel Centre is hosting a walk in honour of MMIWG2S+ and Girls.The walk will take place at Memorial gardens in Melfort followed by a Fundraising BBQ with all proceeds going towards our kids' programming during the summer holidays. We will also be having entertainment by local artist, Kevin Arcand, and the...
Apr 17, 2024
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Survey Seeking Feedback on Accessibility of Government Facilities, Programs and Services
The Government of Saskatchewan is inviting members of the public to fill out an accessibility survey from April 15 until May 10, 2024. The survey asks about accessibility barriers persons with disabilities may experience when they use government facilities, programs and services."I encourage all interested members...
Apr 16, 2024
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Comedy - Here on the Flight Path
Come out to Melfort Amateur Dramatics spring production of "Here on the Flight Path", a comedy written by Canadian playwright, Norm Foster and directed by Melfort's own Michelle Waldbillig. The performances will be May 3 and 4 at the Kerry Vickar Centre. Tickets $35.00 per person. A bar will be available for ...
Apr 15, 2024
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Red River Mutual Providing $150,000 to Improve Community Spaces
Spruce Up Your Story Celebrates its Fifth Year of Bringing Communities Together Applications are now open for this year's Red River Mutual community sponsorship initiative, Spruce Up Your Story, which is back for its fifth year. The initiative offers $150,000 in total to restore well-worn, but well-loved community spac...
Apr 15, 2024
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Parish Spring Filipino Supper
Our Lady of Consolation Roman Catholic Church is hosting a Parish Spring Supper May 5 featuring Filipino Cuisine.See the poster for details.
Apr 12, 2024
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The Saskatchewan Tree for Life Program
The Saskatchewan Tree for Life Program was started in 2021 to encourage planting trees to support healthy watersheds across the province. To date, 36,600 trees have been distributed through the program. Funds raised from the program go towards source water protection projects and programming in Saskatchewan. To learn m...
Apr 11, 2024
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Artists Wanted: Back Alley Tour 2024 in Melfort
The Back Alley Tour is back for 2024 and artists of all genres are encouraged to come and participate in a day of art, entertainment and food in Melfort.See the poster below for details.
Apr 11, 2024
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Top up on the Way for Eligible Livestock Producers Through 2023 Canada-Saskatchewan Feed Program
Canada's Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Lawrence MacAulay and Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister David Marit have announced additional payments will be provided to eligible livestock producers already enrolled in the 2023 Canada-Saskatchewan Feed Program. The Program, introduced on October 20, 2023, was put in pl...
Apr 10, 2024
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Pine Needle Mountain Bike and Music Festival Celebrates 10 Years
The Pine Needle Mountain Bike and Music Festival is celebrating 10 years of fun for all ages and interests.To be held, June 9 at Little Red River Park, Prince Albert, this festival brings together a mountain bike festival, music and the MNP Kids Wilderness run.Register a team today! BIKE EVENTThe 6 hour Pine Needle Mou...
Apr 09, 2024
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Win the Ultimate Fishing Getaway
Experience the Ultimate Fishing Getaway! Win a 4-day, 4-night adventure for two at Hatchet Lake Lodge, valued at $16,960! Upon landing on a private airstrip, you'll be transported by boat to a private island just 5 minutes away, where the three-story lodge awaits.Every day, you'll embark on thrilling fishing expedition...
Apr 08, 2024
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Local Dancers bring home top Overall Mark from Moose Jaw Dance Competition
The Melfort Dance Centre recently attended the Moose Jaw Carnival dance competition. MDC submitted 68 entries with children ranging in ages from 7-17. The Melfort Dance Centre students came home with multiple medals, awards and scholarships including winning the top overall mark of the competition for their Advanced Co...
Apr 08, 2024
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Saskatchewan Students to have 24/7 Online Access to High School Transcripts
High school and Adult 12 student transcripts will be available online beginning in summer 2024, through a partnership with the Association of Registrars of the Universities and Colleges of Canada (ARUCC), which owns MyCredsTM. The Government of Saskatchewan is pleased to offer this service to students making the proces...
Apr 08, 2024
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Birch Hills Blackhawks: 2023-24 Twin Rivers Hockey League Champions
If anyone was betting on who would be playing in the Twin Rivers Hockey League final series, you would have won big money if you chose Birch Hills and Rosthern. Both teams were down 2-0 in their respective semi-final rounds and not many people were thinking that the improbable would happen. In the East Division semi-fi...
Apr 04, 2024
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Inspiring Hope Together
Keynote Speaker Spotlight! We are thrilled to announce that Jenny Hardy, Anne Kirvan, Stephanie Carter, and Chantalle Clarkin from the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) will be presenting on "9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline in Canada - Early Implementation Outcomes" at the National Suicide Preventi...
Mar 27, 2024
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Mazergroup Ag Excellence Scholarship
Applications are now open for the Mazergroup Ag Excellence Scholarship!We have FIVE $1000 scholarships available. Deadline to apply is May 1st, 2024.For more details visit: Strong, vibrant communities are important. Mazergroup believes in giving back to the communities where our families and customers work, live and pl...
Mar 26, 2024
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New Investments in Parks and Recreation Benefit Saskatchewan People and Communities
Saskatchewan's provincial and regional parks will benefit from funding increases in the 2024-25 Provincial Budget through investments in capital improvements and ongoing maintenance."As Saskatchewan's population grows, we continue to invest in the places and experiences that help make our province the best place t...
Mar 25, 2024
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Planning Your Sask Parks Adventures
Planning your epic Sask Parks adventure? Fantastic choice! But sometimes, questions pop up along the way. Don't worry, we've got you covered! Do you have a question about your upcoming stay prior to the reservation launch? Whether it's about specific campsites, park activities, or even park policies, our Parks Info tea...
Mar 21, 2024
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Northern Lights Bluegrass and Old Time Music Camp Early Bird Registration
The Northern Lights Bluegrass and Old Time Music Camp Early Bird registration is open until June 30!VIDEO BELOW REGISTER FOR MUSIC CAMP REGISTER FOR WILDSKY FOREST KID'S CAMP Join us this Aug 12 - 16, for our favourite week of the year! Choose from a variety of classes including bluegrass and clawhammer banjo, mandolin...
Mar 21, 2024
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TWF Fundraising Supper
Join us for an awesome meal while we celebrate our awards winners! We will serving be serving moose, elk, bear, white tail and mule deer this year. We will also have raffles, silent and live auctions.Tickets are $40 for adults and $20 for 18 and under. Order tickets online. Located in the Tisdale Rexplex Auditorium. Do...
Mar 21, 2024
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Saskatchewan Invests $1 Million to Provide 150 Additional Training Seats Through the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission
The Government of Saskatchewan is investing an additional $1 million to increase the capacity for the development of skilled trades in the province. This additional funding brings the total investment into the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) to $22.4 million in 2023-24, which supp...
Mar 20, 2024
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Remembering Leslie Dubé: A Legacy of Generosity and Compassion in Pediatric Healthcare
This week, our community lost a beloved philanthropist and community leader whose legacy of compassion and generosity will forever illuminate the path towards a brighter future for Saskatchewan's children and families.Les and Irene Dubé have made a profound impact on the landscape of pediatric healthcare. Their ...
Mar 20, 2024
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