Oskayak Scholarship Presentations 2024Each 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.   |
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Brick Dedication Ceremony 2024On 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. Out of 331 candidates for the 2018 Prize, these two won for their work to highlight and eliminate the use of sexual violence as a weapon of war. Nadia Murad was taken from her home in Northern Iraq by ISIS and was sold into sexual slavery until she was able to escape. Dr. Denis Mukwege is from the Congo and has treated tens of thousands of women in a country once called the rape capital of the world. He founded the Panzi Hospital which supports survivors of sexual assault. Grade 8 students from St. Anne Inquiry School prepared the presentation . Since 2010, the Rotary Club of Saskatoon Nutana, in cooperation with Meewasin, has given people and organizations the opportunity to sponsor bricks recognizing winners of the Nobel Peace Prize. These bricks emphasize the Plaza’s role as a centre for peace activities in Saskatoon, and serve to inspire visitors to the Plaza to follow the Nobel Peace Laureates’ example in working for peace at home and abroad. The continued partnership with St. Anne Inquiry School helps to encourage students to lead by example and that it only takes one person to make a difference in the world. Bricks are available for dedication through Meewasin or the Rotary Club of Saskatoon Nutana.  View the photo album from the day's events here: photoalbums/2024-brick-dedication-ceremony |
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St. Frances Cree Bilingual School cheque presentationOn 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)
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African Heritage NightOn 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   |
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New Club MembersHere are two of our newest club members. Presidents Betty Ann Arscott and Peggy Clark formally induct Hyunjung Shin and Nadera Batori to the Saskatoon Nutana Rotary Club. Welcome ladies!   |
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African Heritage Fundraising NightDeadline to purchase tickets is Wednesday, May 1st at 11:59 AM. Join us on the evening of May 3rd for an evening of amazing African food and entertainment. Doors open at 5:30. The event is at Bishop Legatt Hall at Holy Family Cathedral located at 123 Nelson Road. This is a joint fundraiser with Nutana Rotary Club and Truly Alive Youth and Family Foundation Inc. (TAYFFI). Net proceeds will be split between the two organizations. You can purchase tickets on line by clicking here. (You can only purchase 2 tickets with names attached and add on additional tickets or purchase a full table of 8. All tickets purchased together will be seated together) You can purchase tickets in person with cash at the Truly Alive Foundation office between 9-5 weekdays. They are located at #3, 320 Jessop Avenue in Sutherland. A tax receipt for $50/ticket will be available for those that request it. We will take your name and address at the registration desk that evening. Receipts will be mailed out in June, 2024. You must be 19 years of age or older to attend. We will have a cash bar, 50/50 and silent auction. A current list of silent auction items is shown below. Thank you to all our sponsors. There is no ATM on site, so please bring cash. Saskatoon Nutana Rotary Club will use its proceeds towards a multi year, global community support project focusing on Kalbeo, a farming community in the Upper East Region of Ghana. The project will see the installation of water purification systems, establishment of community water access points and improved sanitation systems. To support its work, TAYFFI will be using the proceeds from the fundraiser to purchase a van for the purposes of transporting seniors and other clients with limited vehicular access to community events and programs around the province, essential for quality of life and healthy aging.
There will be a culinary delight of African food and amazing entertainment from around the continent. These amazing auction items will be up for grabs to the highest bidder. Please bring cash or cheque for payment.
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St. Edward's Cheque PresentationIn 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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December, 2023 at the ClubThe 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
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Brick Dedication Ceremony 2023On 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.  |
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2023 Oskayak High School Scholarship RecipientsThe 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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2023 District Conference a SuccessThe 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
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Asit wins QE II Platinum Jubilee MetalCongratulations 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.  |
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Donation for Truly AliveToday 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.  |
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Oskayak Scholarship Recipient
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ImaginAction District Conference 2023ImaginAction District Conference 2023 registration is now open. Join us May 11-14th 2023 in Saskatoon at the Travelodge for the District’s most unique conference EVER!  The conference starts on Thursday with drinks and appetizers while we all get reacquainted with Rotarians and friends old and new. Live background music will be provided by Don Griffith. The House of ImaginAction and Friendship will be set up for you to browse and enjoy and a photo booth will be available throughout the weekend to capture your conference moments. Remember to tag #ImaginAction2023. Included in your registration, Friday you will participate in hands on service work within the community, attend a Citizenship Ceremony welcoming new Canadians to Saskatoon, visit the National Historic Site, Wanuskewin Heritage Park, enjoying a hike and galleries followed by an amazing supper with keynote speaker Rhett Sangster, Director, Office of the Treaty Commissioner of Saskatchewan. For a detailed list of all the Hands On Projects, click the link here! On Saturday the Learning and Development team has a full schedule of informative sessions, knowledge you will be happy to take back to those members that didn’t attend. Supper on Saturday will be at the Travelodge and entertainment will not disappoint. We have the Stone Frigate Big Band ready to entertain. Attire is casual. For a full calendar of events for the weekend, click the link here. We have 30 rooms reserved at the Travelodge (15 business King and 15 standard Queen) at a discounted rate of $129 plus taxes per night. These rooms will be held until April 10th, so book early to avoid disappointment. Call the Travelodge at 306-242-8881 and quote block code 0511LBROT for the discounted rate. (At this point you will need to call and see if they have rooms available!) Full registration to the conference including lunches, breaks and suppers is $325. (Registration Link) Spousal fee is the same price due to the amazing meals they will have the opportunity to enjoy with you. Virtual registration cost is $75.00. Saskatoon members look forward to seeing all District 5550 Rotarians here in Saskatoon in May. If you have any questions not answered yet, feel free to email nutanarotary@gmail.com with your inquiries. Full details and registration can be found at rotarynutana.org. See you May 11th! |
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2022 Christmas PartyOn 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  |
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$15,000 Food Bank DonationOn 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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St. Frances Cree Bilingual School DonationWhen a new St. Frances Cree Bilingual School facility opens in 2024, it will have enhanced performing arts programming thanks to funding from Saskatoon Nutana Rotary Club. At an event held at the Park Town Hotel on September 6, the first of five $20,000 cheques was presented to Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools.  From Left to Right, Jim Gilles (Service Projects Coordinator with Nutana Rotary) and Mike Gramiak (Past President of Nutana Rotary) presented a cheque for $20,000 to Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools (Diane Boyko, Kelly Cardinal and Ashley Petite) for St.Frances Cree Bilingual School. |
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5 Club Membership VideoThe 5 Club Image Committee here in Saskatoon recently created a "Tribute" video. Members were asked to do a video introducing themselves, saying why they joined Rotary and why they stay in Rotary. Hear various reasons why Rotary is right for these Rotarians. We encourage members to forward this video to people they know in the community that could be a right fit for Rotary or vice versa, that Rotary is a right fit for them! Two members, Joe Dierker and Larry Neely chose to write their project. Here is why they joined Rotary and why they have stayed. |
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Oskayak Scholarship 2021-22 Each year the Nutana Rotary Club presents students from Oskayak High School with scholarships. One of this year`s recipients is Mikayla Littlepine who received $1000 for her continuing education. Mikayla is enrolled at the University of Saskatchewan and hoping to eventually go into dentistry. She will be using this money to purchase a new computer! Congratulations Mikayla.
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Ribfest 50/50 Cheque Presentation President Michael Gramiak presents Anne Phan of Saskatoon with a cheque for $10,380.50. Anne was the winner of the Rotary Ribfest 50/50 draw held on August 1, 2021 at 8:30 pm. Anne held the winning ticket number RF2-035251.
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MOU Signing VideoOn June 25th President at the time, Lorne Braithwaite signed a MOU with GSCS and St Frances Cree Bilingual committing to a new partnership over the next 5 years. GSCS had this excellent video prepared to commemorate this partnership. For more information on the new build at St. Frances Cree Bilingual School, visit their website at https://www.gscs.ca/fra/page/5700/new-school-updates. |
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MOU Signing with Greater Saskatoon Catholic SchoolsOn June 25, 2021 President Lorne Braithwaite from The Rotary Club of Saskatoon Nutana and Diane Boyko, Executive Board Chair from Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools, signed a MOU. The MOU sets out a new partnership between St. Frances Cree Bilingual School and the club for a 5 year term and a commitment of $100,000 dispersed over those 5 years. This collaboration will explore ways the partners may work together to create unique programs or program spaces within the new St. Frances Cree Bilingual School to support the processes of reconciliation, language and cultural revitalization, and community collaboration. The project components will focus on dramatic arts, music and performance and production technologies. The Arts fosters students' imagination, creativity and problem solving, enhancing students' ability to innovate and collaborate. A beautiful program was prepared with Elder, Shirley Arcand doing the prayer and Elmer Tootoosis drumming while Candace and Adam Merasty danced. A beautiful gift of a handmade blanket was presented to the club acknowledging this new collaboration.    |
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Ribfest Drive Thru Style 2021 Yes, Ribfest is back in 2021 in a Drive Thru format. More details will be added soon or check out saskatoonribfest.com.
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Year in ReviewWith the Rotary year coming to a close, see what our club has accomplished in the 2020-21 year under the guidance of President Lorne Braithwaite. Click here to learn more!  |
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Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt Wrap Up46 teams participated in the club's Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt April 4, 2021. There was also 98 bags of chocolate given out. Thank you to everyone that participated, donated and sponsored the event. The club raised $2000 towards breakfast programs in the community. Here is a list of all the lucky winners. Nutana Rotary Club prize - a year family pass to Saskatoon Forestry Farm and Zoo - Neumeyer Family Escape Manor - Gift Certificate for 2 - A. Maille Youth Farm Corn Maze & Petting Zoo - Gift Certificate for $50 for the corn maze - J. Shingoose Saskatoon Indian Metis and Friendship Centre - $100 Gift card for Save-on-Foods - J. Laross Saskatoon Indian Metis and Friendship Centre - Covid Mask (5) - A. Boehm, S. Brandt, J. Dueck, C. Machiskinic, K. Street Jurassic Park - 2 Laser Tag Passes - A. Wood Nutrien Wonderhub - 6 person family pass C. Zhao Janna Dutton/Tim Hortons (franchisee owner) - 20 Tim Hortons gift cards for $10 each - E. Ballantyne, E. Bokshowan, A. Collins x 2, A. Dhaliwal, J. Falastein, Z. Fellner, S. Floer, S. Hirschfeld, A. Klassen, A. LePage, C. Machiskinic, J. Meier, C. Neumeyer, F. Palacious, J. Phillips, S. Ross, J. Shingoose, D. Stefiuk and S. Trapp  The Neumeyer Family - Winners of the Saskatoon Nutana Rotary year family pass to the Saskatoon Forestry Farm and Zoo (for more pictures visit our photo album)
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EASTER EGG SCAVENGER HUNT APRIL 4, 2021A family fun event! CLICK HERE FOR RULES AND REGISTRATION. The Saskatoon Nutana Rotary Club will be holding a city wide Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt on April 4, 2021. Fun for family and friends of all ages. All proceeds will go towards breakfast programs within the community. The Scavenger Hunt will run 12 pm to 4 pm with final prize draws at 4:30. Get safely out of the house with the family and friends and have some fun with a chance to win great prizes. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER. Registration closes April 1, 2021. View a list of Sponsor prizes here.  |
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Easter Scavenger HuntMore details to come as we secure more sponsors for the prizes. Registration will open up early March.  |
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Enchanted ForestFrom November 19th, 2020 to January 9th, 2021 members of our club (and a few friends) have volunteered to work the entrance booth at The Enchanted Forest. It is our 5th season there and we are happy to see many people taking part in this great fundraiser for The Zoo Foundation and The Hospital Foundation. With this being a safe family event, we are happy to see thousands of people out to view the lights and support the community. Our club is thankful to take part in such a worthwhile event in the community.  |
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Food Bank Christmas AuctionsIn December we held on online auction through McDougall Auctions. Rotarians donated new and regifted items to raise money. On our last zoom Rotary meeting in December, board members purchased small gifts that were auctioned off to the members. These two auctions, together with further monetary donations from the members, plus our annual giving, allowed us to donate a total of $4,000 to the Saskatoon Food Bank. This is a significant gift in a great time of need!
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Oskayak ScholarshipsIn 2020, our club gave out $1000 in scholarships to Oskayak students for the 2019-2020 year. Pictured below are Serenity Obey who received a $500 scholarship for continuing education and Zachary Whitehawk who received a $250 merit scholarship. Lauren Kennedy was our final $250 merit scholarship recipient. (no picture). Congratulations to all three of you.
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Scavenger Hunt Winners! President Candace Odishaw, left, with first prize winners Brenda Dahlby and family. President Candace with second place winner Lucie Blackburn, right, and Shirley Blackburn President Candace with third prize winners Anna, Evalina, Trinity and Mike MailleThe Rotary Club of Saskatoon Nutana thanks all who participated in the club's first ever Scavenger Hunt on June 21. Participants had fun while following clues that led to 10 of the city's historic attractions. The winners are as follows: 1st - Brenda Dahlby and family won the Traeger BBQ and pellets, courtesy of Battleford Furniture. 2nd - Lucie Blackburn won the $200 gift card courtesy of Taverna Restaurant 3rd - Anna, Evalina, Trinity and Mike Maille won the $100 gift card from Venice House The club raised over $1,400 to support its work with community initiatives such as the Food Bank, Read Saskatoon, Saskatoon Indian & Metis Friendship Centre food program and St. Frances Cree Bilingual School literacy program. Thanks to all who participated and for the prize sponsors for helping make this a success.
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Scavenger Hunt June 21, 2020! Click here for rules and registration details.  The Rotary Club of Saskatoon Nutana will be holding a city wide Scavenger Hunt on June 21, 2020. Fun for family and friends of all ages. All entries will have the chance to win a Traeger Tailgater Barbeque courtesy of Battleford Furniture, just in time for Father’s Day. All proceeds to The Rotary Club of Saskatoon Nutana to support community initiatives such as the Food Bank, Read Saskatoon, Saskatoon Indian & Metis Friendship Centre food program and St. Frances Cree Bilingual School literacy program. The Scavenger Hunt will run all day, but does not have to be completed in any particular order or by any certain time. We are encouraging social distancing by providing all clues accessible by vehicle. Get out of the house, learn a little about historical locations in Saskatoon, have some fun and have a chance to win some great prizes. |
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Saskatoon Rotary Ribfest 2020 Cancelled
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19,000 Visit Saskatoon Rotary RibFest 2019An estimated 19,000 patrons attended the seventh annual Saskatoon Rotary RibFest, held August 2-5, 2019 at Diefenbaker Park in Saskatoon. RibFest is organized by the Rotary Club of Saskatoon Nutana. RibFest Chair Boris Kishchuk thanked the ribbers, other vendors, entertainers, volunteers, sponsors and all the people who attended the event for making RibFest a great success again this year. Boss Hog's BBQ of London, Ont. won the Peoples' Choice award while Gator BBQ of Port Dover, Ont. won the Judges' Choice award. The judges on the panel were Angela Wallman, Lindsay Wallman, Chris Carr, Grant Giesbrecht and Kevin Hobbs. The 50/50 prize totalled $9,237.50 (total amount collected was $18,475). The winning ticket number of RF2-095966 was held by Craig Lindsay of Saskatoon. The door prize of a dinner and show for two at Dakota Dunes Casino was won by Curtis Isackson of Martensville. RibFest offered four days of delicious ribs barbecued by some of Canada’s top ribbers, live entertainment, plus a kids’ fun area, food and craft vendors, beer garden, 50/50 draw and more. Admission and entertainment were free. Funds raised through Ribfest support the Rotary Club of Saskatoon Nutana's community projects in the areas of youth, First Nations, literacy and education. Visit http://www.saskatoonribfest.com for more information. The eighth annual Saskatoon Ribfest will be held July 31-August 3, 2020.
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Nobel Peace Laureates Recognized
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New Satellite Club Begins Operations
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19,000 Visit Saskatoon Rotary RibFestAn estimated 19,000 patrons attended the sixth annual Saskatoon Rotary RibFest, held August 3-6 at Diefenbaker Park in Saskatoon. The total was down slightly from the record of 21,000 set in 2015. RibFest is organized by the Rotary Club of Saskatoon Nutana. RibFest Chair Boris Kishchuk thanked the ribbers, other vendors, entertainers, volunteers, sponsors and all the people who attended the event for making RibFest a great success again this year. “The crowds were fantastic, especially considering that we had some rain on Saturday," said Kishchuk. "It shows how much people love coming to RibFest." Prairie Smoke and Spice of Regina won the Peoples' Choice award while Smoke and Bones BBQ of Vancouver won the Judges' Choice award. The judges on the panel were Grant Devine, Chantal Devine, Darwin Hodges, Jeri Hodges, Tom Kishchuk and Lynne MacGillivray. The 50/50 prize totalled $7,555. The winning ticket number of RF2-017748 was held by Kevin Hobbs. RibFest offered four days of delicious ribs barbecued by some of Canada’s top ribbers, live entertainment, plus a kids’ fun area, food and craft vendors, beer garden, 50/50 draw and more. Admission and entertainment were free. Funds raised through Ribfest support the Rotary Club of Saskatoon Nutana's community projects in the areas of youth, First Nations, literacy and education. Visit http://www.saskatoonribfest.com for more information. The seventh annual Saskatoon Ribfest will be held August 2-5, 2019. |
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More than 20,000 Attend 2017 Rotary RibFest 20,500 hungry visitors attended the fifth annual Saskatoon Rotary RibFest, held August 4-7 at Diefenbaker Park in Saskatoon. Boss Hog's BBQ of London, Ont. won the Peoples' Choice award while Prairie Smoke and Spice of Regina won the Judges' Choice award. he 50/50 prize totalled $8,682.50. The winning ticket number was RF2-132046. The sixth annual Saskatoon Ribfest will be held August 3-6, 2018. |
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Saskatoon Rotary RibFest August 4-7, 2017.jpg){kind=logo} Saskatoon Rotary RibFest will be held on the August long weekend, August 4-7, 2017, at Diefenbaker Park in Saskatoon. There will be fun and games for the whole family and, above all, mouth watering ribs and other tasty treats. Admission is free but donations to support the work of Rotary in the community are greatly appreciated, For details, visit http://saskatoonribfest.com/.
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SASKATOON RIBFEST 2014
RibFest is back, bigger and better with 5 professional Ribbers serving up delicious BBQ Ribs. Things kick off this Friday, Aug 1 @ 4:00 pm and run until Monday, Aug 4 until 8:00 pm at Diefenbaker Park For more information visit www.saskatoonribfest.com |
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SASKATOON RIBFEST
RibFest is a four-day family event that will offer great food, live entertainment, champion rib vendors from across Canada, professional barbecue competition, kids’ fun area, food and craft vendors and a beer gardens. Admission is FREE so come on over to Diefenbaker Park on August 2 to 5th and enjoy some great ribs and entertainment.
For further information vist www.saskatoonribfest.com
Saskatoon RibFest is organized by the Rotary Club of Saskatoon Nutana in partnership with Big Brother Big Sisters of Saskatoon and the SK BBQ Association |
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WET FINISH TO ROTARY RIVER DUCK DERBY - Presented by Conexus Credit Union
This years Duck Derby took place on Sunday, July 15 during the River Lights Festival. Unfortunately rain cancelled most of the days events other than the JetSki competition and the duck derby and with a fast river it was a quick race. All winners are posted below and will also be notified by phone.
A big thank you to our main sponsor, Conexus Credit Union for their continued support. This years derby raised $ 4,000.00 and all proceeds will be used to support local Rotary youth programs. Thank you to Shearwater Tours for helping us collect the ducks on the river and to The Fishing Hole for providing fishing nets used to scoop the ducks from the river. Over $ 35,000.00 has been raised over the 9 years that we have run the duck derby to support our Rotary Youth programs. Thank you to everyone that purchased a duck and we look forward to your support again next year. THE WINNERS ARE:
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HAITI FUNDRAISING DINNER A SUCCESS !!!!On June 1st, 275 people gathered at the Hilton Garden Inn to support the Rotary Club of Saskatoon Nutana's intiative to reconstruct the Greffin School in Port Au Prince, Haiti that was demolished during the devastating earthquake that struck the island in January 2010. Our special guest speaker was Senator Pamela Wallin who shared her experiences as a journalist, a public servant and growing up in Saskatchewan. Ian Van Norman, a former member of Nutana Rotary and our partner on this project thru his own charitable foundation gave a picture presentation on the reconstruction of the school and their future plans. Peter Eyvindson, another former club member entertained us with an inspriring childrens' story. |
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2012 ROTARY RIVER DUCK DERBY - Presented by Conexus Credit Union
The Rotary Club of Saskatoon Nutana will be holding their Rotary River Duck Derby on Sunday, July 15 in conjuction with the River Lights Festival being held that weekend at River Landing. 1000 rubber ducks will be dropped from the top of the Idywyld Freeway Bridge at approximately 4pm on Sunday and float towards the finish line in front of the Traffic Bridge. The first 10 ducks that cross the finish line will win a total of $ 2000.00 with a first prize of $ 500.00.
Conexus Credit Union is the presenting sponsor, tickets are $ 5.00 each and are available at both Saskatoon branches (Circle Drive East and at Preston & 8th St. E.) Tickets can also be purchased from Nutana Rotary members or at our booth that will be setup at River Landing during the River Lights Festival taking place from July 13 to 15. All proceeds from the duck derby support Nutana Rotary's local youth projects that include; Oskayak H.S. schorlarships, adventure and leadership camps and the Restotative Action Program in Saskatoon High Schools. |
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Dinner to Raise Funds for Greffin School in HaitiThe Rotary Club of Saskatoon Nutana will sponsor a fundraising dinner on June 1 to raise money for Greffin School near Port au Prince, Haiti. The dinner will be held at the Hilton Garden Hotel in Saskatoon. Guest speaker will be Senator Pamela Wallin. Tickets are $125 and include a $75 charitable receipt. To purchase tickets, please contact Walt Pawlovich at 373-6621.
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Guess Who's Coming to DinnerNutana Rotarians particpated in 4 dinners in January; thanks to Scott's and Blackburn's who hosted on the 14 and MacGillivray's and Williams who hosted on the 21. Wonderful fellowship and food were enjoyed by all and some pictures can be viewed in the Photo Album section. Bob & Janet MacGillivray hosted a "Robbie Burns" dinner and guests sampled some haggis and other scottish treats. Bob celebrated by "Toasting the Haggis" so enjoy the attached video
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ROTARY RIVER DUCK DERBYThe Nutana Rotary River Duck Derby sponsored by Conexus Credit Union was held on August 7, 2011 at 4pm in River Landing during the "River Lights" event. The duck derby raised $4,800.00 to support the local youth projects of the Rotary Club of Saskatoon Nutana.THANK YOU TO CONEXUS CREDIT UNION AND ALL THOSE THAT PURCHASED A DUCK. |
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2011 SASKATOON DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL
The 2011 Saskatoon Dragon Boat Festival was another great success with over 70k raised by teams to support ongoing research and education for The Heart and Stroke Foundation of Saskatchewan. The event also raised approx 25k to support the local and international service projects that the Rotary Club of Saskatoon Nutana is involved in.THANK YOU TO ALL THE TEAMS AND SPONSORS |
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Quote of the Week - Who Said It?
We could never learn to be brave and patient, if there were only joy in the world.
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Thought for the Week - Who Said It?
An optimist is the human personification of spring.
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Mark Your Calendars!
Here you can post little tidbits of information, reminders, or anything else!
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THE SCARIEST CLUB MEETING EVER!!!!!Nutana Rotarians got into the Halloween spirit by dressing in their favorite costume. We were greeted & scared at the door by these two characters, GhostFace & RedFace which everyone agreed had the best costumes. Stan "Father" Garchinski had his tickle trunk with him and handed out numerous hats to many and for some it was an improvement. Lots of fun was had as each table got to draw their best pumpkin face, voted for the best costume, sang some Halloween songs, told their favorite halloween story and we even raised a few dollars for "End Polio". Thanks to Betty-Ann, Karen, Eileen, Dorothy, Walt and Stan for organizing a fun and memorable event. Check out the "SpookTacular" Photo Album on the left side of the webpage for some more memorable pictures. WELL DONE EVERYONE!!!!
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Nutana Rotary Club Supports School Reconstruction in HaitiNutana Rotary Club Supports School Reconstruction in HaitiThe Rotary Club of Saskatoon Nutana is working with the Van Norman Charitable Foundation in the reconstruction of an elementary school in Haiti that was destroyed during the earthquake that occurred in January 2010. Nutana Rotary has committed to fund the reconstruction of the school in the amount of $100,000 over the next five years. The Van Norman Charitable Foundation has agreed to match Rotary’s contribution by funding the costs of school children that attend the “Rotary”school. Governments publicly fund only about ten percent of elementary schools in Haiti. The reconstructed school is located on the outskirts of Port au Prince and consists of four classroom, a kitchen, cafeteria and office areas. The school reconstruction was carried out by Free Methodist Church volunteers from Canada and the United States working with local construction workers. Reconstruction started in the fall of 2010 and was completed in the spring of 2011. Teaching staff at the school is recruited and monitored by Compassion Canada. The school is open to all children and there are no restrictions on school attendance. 
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Reach Within to Embrace HumanityOn July 1 a new Rotary year is set to begin, and with it a fresh slate of leaders who take over at the club, district, and international level. We
welcome Eva Vida from the Rotary Club of Winnipeg as our District Governor for 2011-2012. Kalyan Banerjee, of the Rotary Club of Vapi, Gujarat, India, is Rotary's 101st president. This year the RI President is asking Rotarians to Reach Within to Embrace Humanity during the 2011-12 Rotary year. "In order to achieve anything in this world, a person has to use all the resources he can draw on. And the only place to start is with ourselves and within ourselves."
RI President Kalyan believes that Rotary's strengths include its ability to attract leaders from different vocations around the world as well as its role in promoting peace. "My goal is for Rotary to become the preferred organization for today's generation to join and participate in to make the world better, safer and happier" he said in a recent Interview.
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On January 31, 2020 the Rotary Club of Saskatoon Nutana University, a satellite club of the Rotary Club of Saskatoon Nutana, officially began operations. The first 12 members of the satellite club were inducted. A 13th member could not attend and will be inducted at a later date. All the members are graduate students at the University of Saskatchewan and come from 10 different countries. The club meets on the second and fourth Fridays of each month, beginning at 12:15 p.m., at the GSA Commons (formerly the College of Emmanuel and St.Chad) on the University of Saskatchewan Campus..jpg)
