President Kim Horan and club member Dorothy Hudson presented St. Edward's School with a cheque for $2700 for the school's land based learning programs.
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On Thursday, October 2, 2025 at the beautiful new awâsisak kâ-nîmîhtocik St. Francis School, in collaboration with Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools we hosted the Sound of Reconciliation. This was a celebration of cultural dance and music. This fundraising event merged Indigenous music with the Saskatoon Concert Band. The funds raised through this event are part of the Rotary Club’s commitment to support the schools cultural education program by helping to meet costs relating to music and dance instruction and performance that are not covered through Provincial education funding.
The Rotary Club of Saskatoon Nutana invites members of the public to attend a ceremony at the Peace Plaza in Rotary Park on Tuesday, September 23rd, beginning at 12:15, at which time a brick will be dedicated to honour 2013 Nobel Peace Prize Awardee Narges Mohammadi. This year’s brick is sponsored by Nutana Rotary Club members Dorothy Hudson and Bill Christensen.
In Kalbeo, a community in the Upper East Region of Ghana, people do not have easy access to potable water. Women and children have to walk long distances to access it and the lack of toilets contributes to problems with sanitation. This results in a number of water borne diseases . One of our members, Hannah Enti Brown brought this to our attention and in August 2024, the Rotary Clubs of Saskatoon Nutana, Bolgatanga and Novi Michigan joined forces with residents of Kalbeo to help them achieve their dream by constructing a borehole, several collection points and 80 microflush toilets.
Nutana Rotary co-President Peggy Clark attended the Oskayak Graduation on June 26th to present two $1000 scholarships for continuing education. The first recipient is Kaysie Morin Prosper, a young artist and the second one is McKayla Longman. Each recipient will receive their cheques once they have confirmed enrollment and attendance at a post secondary school. Congratulations to both recipients.
With the Cow Plop Bingo wrapped up for its 1st year, we would like to thank all of our sponsors including Wholesale Club, Rent it Store, SMP, Rooterman, 24 Hour Signs CJWW, Star Phoenix, Sutherland Community Association for use of the rink and Sutherland School for use of the park. Thank you to Moolah the Cow and her handler Ethan Nienhuis. Thank you for everyone that bought tickets and came out to support the barbeque. We will see you next year!
On Sunday, June 8th the club held its first annual Cow Plop Bingo. At 2 pm Moolah, the cow, came into the rink. After an hour of Moolah walking around the rink, she decided she didn't have to go, so all Cow Plop tickets were placed into a draw bin and Ben Brooks of CJWW drew the winning the name. Congratulations to Kyden Farr of Saskatoon with ticket number 487. Kyden has won the prize of $1500. Candace Odishaw, fundraiser chair, presents the cheque to Kyden.
On June 18th, the club presented St. Frances Cree Bilingual School with the club's third installment of our $100,000 commitment. A cheque for $20,000 is presented.
From left to right is Kelly Cardinal (Superintendent of Education at Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools, Ron Boechler, Vice Chair, Board GSCS, Jim Gilles, Saskatoon Nutana Rotary Club, Betty Anne Arscott (co-president of Saskatoon Nutana Rotary) and Peggy Clark (co-president of Saskatoon Nutana Rotary)
Each year the club offers two one thousand dollar scholarships to graduates of Oskayak High School whom will continue their education at post secondary schools. This year's recipients are Kendra (Kenny) Parenteau who was accepted into U of S Arts and Science program and Darrion Stone who is studying Social Work at FNU - First Nationals University this year. The club wishes both a successful journey in their post secondary studies.
On Tuesday, September 24th, The Rotary Club of Saskatoon Nutana in partnership with St. Anne Inquiry School and Meewasin Valley Authority held its 17th annual Brick Dedication Ceremony at the Peace Plaza in Rotary Park. This year's brick is dedicated to honor 2018 Nobel Peace Prize Awardees Denis Mukwege and Nadia Murad and was sponsored by club member Joe Dierker and Louise Rochon.
On Friday, May 3rd, the club held African Heritage Fundraising Night in collaboration with Truly Alive Youth and Family Foundation. The evening was filled with amazing African food dishes, entertainment which got guest up dancing, fellowship and of course fundraising. Thank you to all that attended the event. A list of sponsors is attached, however we would also like to thank our media sponsors CJWW, 98 CoolFM, 92.0 The Bull and CBC Radio One. Thank you to Global for adding us to their event calendar. A special thank you to Saskatoon Community Foundations, Captain Taxi and O'Reilly Insurance, our cash sponsors. Also a thank you to 24 Hour Signs for printing our tickets. In addition to all of these sponsors listed, we had many great silent auction items donated which helped with the profits of the event. A list of those items and companies that donated them is attached. THANK YOU!! You can view some photos here: photoalbums/2024-african-heritage-night
In January, club member Dorothy Hudson presents St. Edwards School with a cheque for $2700 for their land based program. Pictured below, Dorothy Hudson, Will Grant, Holly Hill and Curtis Howe.
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The club was busy in December. Volunteers helped out with Salvation Army Kettles and Enchanted Forest. Over 93,000 people went through the entrance booth which was manned nightly from end of November until early January with volunteers from the club. Thankfully it was a mild winter at the entrance booth window this year. On December 19th the club held our annual Christmas Party luncheon at the Parktown which was filled with great food, music, games, gifts and fellowship. Co-Presidents Peggy and Betty Ann presented Honourary club memberships to Bob Devrome, John Hanlin and Ed Pek, who were all present at the Christmas luncheon. Missing were Bryan Tastad and Bryan Harvey.
View photos here: photoalbums/december-2023
On September 26, 2023, Grade 7 and 8 students from St. Anne Inquiry School joined the club at Rotary Park at the Peace Plaza for the club's 16th annual Brick Dedication Ceremony. The students prepared the program and researched this year's recipients, Joseph Rotblat and Pugwash Conferences. Thank you to Asit and Ila Sarkar for sponsoring this year's brick.
The club would like to congratulate Sasha Perry (left) and Zakiryah (Zaki) Blackstar, this year's recipients of the club's Achievement Scholarships for furthering education. Both students graduated from Oskayak High School in June. Sasha is enrolled at the U of S taking Arts and Science with a focus on the arts. Zaki is currently registered at the U of S in the Indian Teacher Education Program (ITEP). Both recipients indicated the funds will likely go towards school books and supplies. The club wishes both Sasha and Zaki much success in their future studies
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The 2023 ImaginAction District 5550 Conference took place on May 11, 12 and 13th at the Travelodge here in Saskatoon. The conference committee consisted of members from all the clubs and around 125 people attended the conference. The welcome reception on May 11th was the first time many of the Rotarians had seen District members since before Covid. Many Rotarians took time to enjoy some fun pictures at the photo booth. There are a few pictures of some of the Rotarians participating in the hands on projects on Friday morning. Registrants could choose from serving breakfast, cleaning Meewasin Trail, reading to kids and preparing personal notes to add into Food Bank food boxes. The Citizenship Ceremony was a enjoyed by many who have never witnessed a ceremony and to the new Canadians was something they have dreamed about for years. The presentation, speeches and supper at Wanuskewin along with the time to tour the renovated facility was a favorite of many. Saturday was all about Learning and Development, awards and ended off in a tribute to District Governor Fred Wright by many of the registrants wearing the "Kenora Dinner Jacket". Fred was taken back by the gesture. To summarize this conference, it is best to just say "Rotary. People of Action!"
Please view the photo gallery here. photoalbums/2023-district-conference-photos
Congratulations to club member Asit Sarkar who was awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Metal (Saskatchewan) in recognition of his valuable contribution to the province. Below, The Honourable Russ Mirasty, Lieutenant Governmor, presents Asit Sarkar with his award.
Today a cheque for $1000 was presented to club member Nuru Nyoni for Truly Alive Youth and Family Foundation Inc. in support of their Black History Gala.
Andraya Jackson-Angus receives a $1000 scholarship from the club. Andraya graduated from Oskayak High School in June, 2022 and is currently enrolled at The University of Saskatchewan taking her Bachelor of Arts and Science. Good luck with your schooling Andraya and congratulations!
On Tuesday December 20th, the club held their annual Christmas Party. We had a great turnout including a visit from Santa. View the Christmas album here. photoalbums/2022-christmas-party
On December 9th, members from the Rotary Clubs in Saskatoon met at Saskatoon Food Bank to present a cheque for $15,000. On Tuesday December 6th members of the club also went and volunteered building food boxes at the Food Bank warehouse. Thank you to members who donated to this worthwhile cause and who helped out at the warehouse!
Ruth Marritt, Candace Odishaw, Art Postle, Laurie O'Connor, Garth Courtney, Rob MacGuire, Steve Wilson
Betty Anne Arscott, Candace Odishaw, Peggy Clark, Jim Gilles, Dorothy Hudson, Bob MacGillivray, Janet MacGillivray
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