Foster Families Month 2019

30-Sep-2019 - 30-Oct-2019

Saskatchewan, Province-Wide

Join us in celebrating the efforts of Saskatchewan's Foster Families! Watch this page for updates on our activities around the province during the month of October, 2019.

Feb

Parent Life Guard Training - February Session

7:00 PM, 07-Feb-2022 - 10-Feb-2022, Online/Virtual Training Session, Links will be Provided Upon Confirmation

The Saskatchewan Foster Families Association is excited to offer caregiver’s an opportunity to participate in Parent Life Guard Training. The Lifesaving Society provides parent lifeguard training to educate caregivers on the dangers of water and what to do to stay safe around water with the children in your care.

Jan

Parent Life Guard Training - January Session

1:30 PM, 10-Jan-2022 - 10-Jan-2022, Online/Virtual Training Session, Links will be Provided Upon Confirmation

Mar

Parent Life Guard Training - March Session

1:30 PM, 07-Mar-2022 - 07-Mar-2022, Online/Virtual Training Session, Links will be Provided Upon Confirmation

Apr

Trauma Competent Caregiver Training - April Session

9:00 AM, 09-Apr-2022 - 09-Apr-2022, Online/Virtual Training Session, Links will be Provided Upon Confirmation

Becoming a Trauma Competent Caregiver is a training session to increase competency and sensitivity in caring for children with a traumatic history.

Feb

Trauma Competent Caregiver Training - February Session

9:00 AM, 26-Feb-2022 - 26-Feb-2022, Online/Virtual Training Session, Links will be Provided Upon Confirmation

Becoming a Trauma Competent Caregiver is a training session to increase competency and sensitivity in caring for children with a traumatic history.

Jan

Trauma Competent Caregiver Training - January Session

9:00 AM, 15-Jan-2022 - 15-Jan-2022, Online/Virtual Training Session, Links will be Provided Upon Confirmation

Becoming a Trauma Competent Caregiver is a training session to increase competency and sensitivity in caring for children with a traumatic history.

Mar

Trauma Competent Caregiver Training - March Session

9:00 AM, 19-Mar-2022 - 19-Mar-2022, Online/Virtual Training Session, Links will be Provided Upon Confirmation

Becoming a Trauma Competent Caregiver is a training session to increase competency and sensitivity in caring for children with a traumatic history.

Nov

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Information Session

1:15 PM, 16-Nov-2021 - 16-Nov-2021, Video Conference

The Saskatchewan Foster Families Association and the Ministry of Social Services is excited to offer caregiver’s an opportunity to participate in an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Information Session.

Nov

Trauma Competent Caregiver Training - November Session

9:00 AM, 20-Nov-2021, Online/Virtual Training Session, Links will be Provided Upon Confirmation

Becoming a Trauma Competent Caregiver is a training session to increase competency and sensitivity in caring for children with a traumatic history.

Oct

Trauma Competent Caregiver Training - October Session

9:00 AM, 16-Oct-2021, Online/Virtual Training Session, Links will be Provided Upon Confirmation

Becoming a Trauma Competent Caregiver is a training session to increase competency and sensitivity in caring for children with a traumatic history.

Sep

Trauma Competent Caregiver Training - September Session

9:00 AM, 18-Sep-2021, Online/Virtual Training Session, Links will be Provided Upon Confirmation

Becoming a Trauma Competent Caregiver is a training session to increase competency and sensitivity in caring for children with a traumatic history.

Mar

Together We Are Better - Children's Mental Health Virtual Training

8:30 AM, 23-Mar-2021, Virtual Training - Online

Supporting children's healing through understanding, relationship, and activity.

Mar

Together We Are Better - Children's Mental Health Virtual Training

9:00 AM, 24-Mar-2021, Virtual Training - Online

Supporting children's healing through understanding, relationship, and activity.

Jun

2021 SFFA Annual General Meeting - June 12, 2021

9:00 AM, 12-Jun-2021, Conference details to be announced

Hold the date! The SFFA's upcoming AGM will be held on June 12th, 2021. Please watch for further details.

Dec

Grand Opening and Christmas Come & Go

1:30 PM, 12-Dec-2019, Sask Foster Families Association, 231 Robin Crescent, Saskatoon SK

Saskatchewan Foster Families Association invites you to our Grand Opening and Christmas Come & Go!

Oct

Coffee's On Us - Info Session Prince Albert

9:00 AM, 03-Oct-2019, Starbucks, Save-On-Foods Prince Albert

Learn how you can help a family in need.

Oct

Coffee's On Us - Info Session Regina

9:00 AM, 17-Oct-2019, Starbucks, Save-On-Foods, 3701 Chuka Blvd, Regina SK

Learn how you can help a family in need.

Oct

Coffee's On Us - Info Session Saskatoon Cumberland

1:00 PM, 26-Oct-2019, Starbucks, Save-On-Foods, 1503 8th St. E, Saskatoon SK

Learn how you can help a family in need.

Oct

Coffee's On Us - Info Session Saskatoon Kensington

9:00 AM, 26-Oct-2019, Starbucks, Save-On-Foods, 126 Kensington Blvd, Saskatoon SK

Learn how you can help a family in need.

Sep

Foster Families Month 2019

30-Sep-2019 - 30-Oct-2019, Saskatchewan, Province-Wide

Join us in celebrating the efforts of Saskatchewan's Foster Families! Watch this page for updates on our activities around the province during the month of October, 2019.

Oct

Foster Families Week 2018

20-Oct-2018 - 26-Oct-2018, Province of Saskatchewan

The Government of Saskatchewan has proclaimed October 21-27, 2018 as Foster Families Week to recognize the many contributions of foster families across the province.

Oct

Fostering Information Session - Humboldt

5:30 PM, 24-Oct-2018, Bella Vista Inn - 1815 8 Avenue, Humboldt

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

Oct

Fostering Information Session - Melfort

3:00 PM, 24-Oct-2018, Kerry Vickar Centre - 206 Bemister Avenue East, Melfort

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

Oct

Fostering Information Session - Nipawin

1:00 PM, 25-Oct-2018, Evergreen Convention Centre - 300 Evergreen Drive, Nipawin

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

Oct

Fostering Information Session - Tisdale

4:00 PM, 25-Oct-2018, Cumberland College, Science Room - 800 101 Street, Tisdale

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

Nov

Fireside Chat - Regina Region

5:30 PM, 19-Nov-2018, Regina SK

Please join us for our next Regina Region Fireside Chat.

Sep

Fostering Information Session - Regina

2:00 PM, 18-Sep-2018, Best Western Plus Eastgate Inn & Suites - 3840 Eastgate Drive, Regina

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

Sep

Fostering Information Session - Weyburn

4:30 PM, 18-Sep-2018, Travelodge Hotel - 53 Government Road South, Weyburn

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

Sep

International FASD Day, Q&A Event

7:00 PM, 05-Sep-2018, Frances Morrison Central Library

A panel of caregivers and individuals living with FASD will be sharing their tips and strategies for support.

Jul

Fostering Information Session - Carlyle

2:00 PM, 23-Jul-2018, Carlyle Public Library - 119 Souris Avenue West, Carlyle

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

Jul

Fostering Information Session - Estevan

6:00 PM, 23-Jul-2018, Estevan Public Library - 701 Souris Avenue, Estevan

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

Aug

Fostering Information Session - Meadow Lake

6:00 PM, 15-Aug-2018, Meadow Lake Library - 320 Centre Street, Meadow Lake

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

Aug

Fostering Information Session - Pierceland

1:00 PM, 15-Aug-2018, Pierceland Library - 162 Main Street, Pierceland

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

Jul

Fostering Information Session - Shellbrook

2:00 PM, 17-Jul-2018, Shellbrook Public Library - 105 Railway Avenue, Shellbrook

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

Jul

Fostering Information Session - Spiritwood

11:00 AM, 17-Jul-2018, Spiritwood Public Library - 200 Main Street, Spiritwood

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

Jul

Fostering Information Session - Weyburn

11:00 AM, 24-Jul-2018, Weyburn Public Library - 45 Bison Avenue, Weyburn

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

Jun

Fostering Information Session - Maple Creek

2:00 PM, 26-Jun-2018, Maple Creek Branch Library - 205 Jasper Street, Maple Creek

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

Jun

Fostering Information Session - Rosetown

5:00 PM, 06-Jun-2018, Rosetown Centennial Library - 201 5th Avenue East, Rosetown

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

May

Fostering Information Session - Saskatoon

6:00 PM, 29-May-2018, Saskatchewan Foster Families Association Office - 233 4th Avenue South, Saskatoon

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

May

Fostering Information Session - Warman

6:00 PM, 22-May-2018, Warman Branch Library - 700 Gowan Road, Warman

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

May

Fostering Information Session - Ile a la Crosse

1:00 PM, 14-May-2018, Ile a la Crosse Friendship Centre

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

May

Fostering Information Session - Buffalo Narrows

3:30 PM, 14-May-2018, Buffalo Narrows Ministry Office, Courtroom

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

May

Fostering Information Session - Nipawin

1:00 PM, 15-May-2018, Nipawin Public Library, Dr. Alec Wright Room - 501 2nd Street East, Nipawin

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

May

Fostering Information Session - Warman

11:00 AM, 08-May-2018, Warman Branch Library - 700 Gowan Road, Warman

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

Apr

Fostering Information Session - Battleford (afternoon)

1:00 PM, 25-Apr-2018, Battleford Public Library - 201 22 Street, Battleford

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

Apr

Fostering Information Session - Battleford (evening)

6:00 PM, 25-Apr-2018, Battleford Public Library - 201 22 Street, Battleford

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

Jun

2018 SFFA Conference: Facing the Future...Together - Extravaganza Event

6:30 PM, 14-Jun-2018, Michelangelo Ballroom, Radisson Hotel, Saskatoon SK

Conference Extravaganza

Jun

2018 SFFA Gala

5:30 PM, 15-Jun-2018, Michelangelo Ballroom, Radisson Hotel, Saskatoon SK

Dinner and Awards Presentations

Jun

2018 SFFA Pre-Conference Training: Caring for Aboriginal Children: A Cultural Curriculum

8:30 AM, 14-Jun-2018, DaVinci Room (Conference Level), Radisson Hotel, Saskatoon SK

Children are in the best position to thrive when they have a sense of identity and connection to culture. In the spirit of cross-cultural awareness, we offer this curriculum including the history, traditions and the richness of the Aboriginal people of Saskatchewan.

Jun

2018 Canadian Foster Family Association Meetings

8:30 AM, 12-Jun-2018 - 14-Jun-2018, Picasso Room (Main Floor), Radisson Hotel, Saskatoon SK

2018 Canadian Foster Family Association Meetings will be held Wednesday June 13, Thursday June 14 and Friday June 15 in Saskatoon SK.

Jun

2018 SFFA Annual General Meeting

11:00 AM, 16-Jun-2018, DaVinci Room, Radisson Hotel, Saskatoon SK

NOTICE to Members: The 2018 Saskatchewan Foster Families Association Annual General Meeting will be held on Sunday June 17, 2018 at 11:00 AM.

Jun

2018 SFFA Conference: Facing the Future...Together

14-Jun-2018 - 15-Jun-2018, Michelangelo Ballroom, Radisson Hotel, Saskatoon SK

Join us for our conference!

Jun

2018 SFFA Pre-Conference Training: Becoming a Trauma Competent Caregiver

8:30 AM, 13-Jun-2018 - 14-Jun-2018, Michelangelo Ballroom B & C (Conference Level), Radisson Hotel, Saskatoon SK

Becoming a Trauma Competent Caregiver is a 2-day in-depth training session to increase competency and sensitivity in caring for children with a traumatic history. This training will give you tools to help children in your care heal from past trauma while also giving you insight into meaning behind the behaviour of traumatized children.

Mar

Fostering Information Session - Rosthern

11:00 AM, 27-Mar-2018, Rosthern Alliance Church - 1714 4th Avenue, Rosthern

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

Mar

Fostering Information Session - Esterhazy

1:30 PM, 08-Mar-2018, Parkland Regional Library - 624 Main Street, Esterhazy

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

Mar

Fostering Information Session - Melfort

1:30 PM, 12-Mar-2018, Melfort Public Library - 106 Crawford Avenue West, Melfort

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

Mar

Fostering Information Session - Melville

4:00 PM, 08-Mar-2018, Melville Public Library - 444 Main Street, Melville

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

Mar

Fostering Information Session - Yorkton

11:00 AM, 09-Mar-2018, SIGN on Broadway, Dominion Room - 345 Broadway Street West, Yorkton

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

Mar

Youth Speaks Out

07-Mar-2018, Saskatoon

Youth Speak Out is an exciting opportunity for youth (between the ages of 14-26) to be involved in a conversation on the importance of permanency for children/youth in care and having their voices be heard in seeking systemic changes in the child welfare system.

Mar

Youth Speak Out

10:00 AM, 03-Mar-2018, Rusty Macdonald Branch Library, 225 Primrose Dr., Saskatoon SK

Join us for a free team building session to develop leadership and storytelling skills to tell your story about Foster Care, Adoption, or Aging Out.

Feb

Fostering Information Session - Langham

1:30 PM, 13-Feb-2018, Zoar Mennonite Church - 110 1st Street East, Langham

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

Feb

Fostering Information Session - Martensville

11:00 AM, 13-Feb-2018, Martensville Civic Centre, Room 10 - 66 Main Street, Martensville

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

Feb

Fostering Information Session - Davidson

2:00 PM, 08-Feb-2018, Davidson Branch Library - 314 Washington Avenue, Davidson

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

Mar

FASD Sessions 2018

26-Mar-2018, Saskatoon Travelodge

Jan

Winter 2018 Nuturing With Rhymes Schedule

15-Jan-2018, Call Sharon (306) 242-6036

Oct

Youth Speaks Out - Speak Out For Permanency in Foster Care

26-Oct-2017, Saskatoon

Play a role in speaking for youth with regards to permanency in foster care Interested youth can contact the ASCS office at 306-665-7272 or email resources@adoptionsask.org for an applications form. We have a limited number of spaces available. The deadline for applications is Oct. 19.

Oct

Fostering Information Session - North Battleford

2:00 PM, 16-Oct-2017, North Battleford Public Library - 1392 101st Street, North Battleford

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

Oct

Fostering Information Session - Fort Qu'Appelle

16-Oct-2017, Location to be announced

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

Oct

Fostering Information Session - Lloydminster

10:30 AM, 15-Oct-2017, Lloydminster Public Library - 5010 49 Street, Lloydminster

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

Oct

Fostering Information Session - Meadow Lake

10:30 AM, 16-Oct-2017, Meadow Lake Public Library - 320 Centre Street, Meadow Lake

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

Oct

Fostering Information Session - Moose Jaw

3:00 PM, 18-Oct-2017, Days Inn, Breakfast Room - 1720 Main Street North, Moose Jaw

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

Oct

Fostering Information Session - Prince Albert

3:00 PM, 19-Oct-2017, Prince Albert Inn, Room 102 - 3680 2nd Avenue West, Prince Albert

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

Oct

Fostering Information Session - Regina

2:00 PM, 19-Oct-2017, Best Western Plus Eastgate Inn & Suites - 3840 Eastgate Drive, Regina

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

Oct

Fostering Information Session - Saskatoon

2:00 PM, 18-Oct-2017, Grainfields Family Restaurant - 810 Circle Drive, Saskatoon

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

Oct

Fostering Information Session - Swift Current

11:30 AM, 17-Oct-2017, Home Inn & Suites, Breakfast Room - 1411 Battleford Trail East, Swift Current

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

Oct

Fostering Information Session - Yorkton

10:00 AM, 20-Oct-2017, SIGN on Broadway - 83 North Street, Yorkton

Ever imagined yourself as a foster parent? Join us for an informal information session!

Oct

Educating Children With Special Needs

6: PM, 19-Oct-2017, McClure United Church Saskatoon

Call 306 591-2318 for details before October 17

Aug

Family Paddle: Learn to Canoe with Kids

2:00 PM, 24-Aug-2017, Wascana Marina, Regina SK

SaskOutdoors is offering a Family Paddle event in Regina on August 25 that we thought might be of interest to foster families in Regina and area.

Jul

Kids Bowl Free at Fairhaven & Eastview Bowl

09-Jul-2017, Fairhaven and Eastview Bowl

Contact (306) 382-2822 or (306) 373-4333 or go to www.kidsbowlfree.com/EF for details.

Jul

FASD BBQ

5:30 PM, 18-Jul-2017

May

'Openness in Adoption' panel

7: PM, 29-May-2017

Jun

2017 SFFA PAGM

1:00 PM, 09-Jun-2017, Radission Hotel, Saskatoon SK

NOTICE TO MEMBERS: The 2017 PROVINCIAL ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING will be held on June 10th, 2017 at 1:00 PM.

May

Fish For A Day

9: AM, 05-May-2017

Mar

Breaking The Silence

16-Mar-2017, Edwards School of Business (Commerce), Rm 18

On Issues of Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity

Mar

Early Child Mental Health Workshop

7: PM, 06-Mar-2017

Call (306) 665-7272 to register

Mar

FASD Sessions 2017

20-Mar-2017, Saskatoon - March 21/22 Regina - March 22/23

Nov

ASCS Human Library

1:30 PM, 05-Nov-2016

In recognition of Adoption Awareness Month (November 2016) the Adoption Support Centre of Saskatchewan is hosting a Human Library on November 6, 2016.

Sep