Youth – Saskatchewan

Culture and Recreation

Aboriginal Summer Program for Youth in Recreation (ASPYR)

The intent of ASPYR is to develop quality recreation programming for First Nations and to encourage and increase the number of Aboriginal youth working in the recreation field.

Source: Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association

Braided Journeys

Source: YWCA Big Sisters of Regina

Science, Math and Technology Outreach Program (grades 6 to 12)

The Y.I.S. Science Program is involved with various programs for Aboriginal youth in Saskatchewan, including science fairs, science curricula development, summer science festivals and mobile science programming.

Source: Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations

Sports, Culture, Youth and Recreation

The Sports, Culture, Youth and Recreation Board provides First Nation communities and youth a variety of cultural and sports-related activities.

Source: Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations

White Buffalo Youth Lodge

Improves the quality of life and health for children, youth and young adults and their families in the inner city through integrated, holistic support services and programs.

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Education and Training

High School Program (14 to 21 years old)

This program assists youth in Saskatoon who are experiencing difficulties staying in high school to gain the skills necessary to be successful in a more structured school environment.

Source: White Buffalo Youth Lodge

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Employment

Blueprint for the Future

Project of the National Aboriginal Achievement Foundation that provides Aboriginal youth with a forum where they can be exposed to a variety of educational and employment-related information.

Source: National Aboriginal Achievement Foundation (NAAF)

First Nations and Inuit Youth Employment Strategy Summer Work Experience Program

Open to First Nations and Inuit youth in Saskatchewan, this program provides employment opportunities to high school and post secondary students during the summer months.

Source: Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations

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Friendship Centres

Saskatchewan

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Health and Social Services

Battleford Tribal Council (BTC) Youth Outreach – First Nations, Inuit and Aboriginal Health

This page provides information about the substance abuse-related programs and services offered at the Battleford Tribal Council (BTC) Youth Outreach, located in North Battleford, Saskatchewan.

Source: Government of Canada; Health Canada (HCan)

Ekweskeet Youth Healing Lodge – First Nations, Inuit and Aboriginal Health

This page provides information about the substance abuse-related programs and services offered at the Ekweskeet Youth Healing Lodge, in Onion Lake, Saskatchewan.

Source: Government of Canada; Health Canada (HCan)

Health Centre

The Health Centre at the White Buffalo Youth Lodge offers a variety of confidential health care services for youth in Saskatoon, with a focus on individual care, health promotion and prevention.

Source: White Buffalo Youth Lodge

Leading Thunderbird Lodge

Outlines current Canadian intellectual property legislation as it relates to Aboriginal people in Canada, touching on the implications and limitations of such legislation for protecting their traditional knowledge.

Safe House (9 to 17 years old)

The Safe House is located in Saskatoon, and is a home for youth 9 to 17 years of age who have been or are at risk of being sexually abused and/or exploited.

Source: Saskatoon Tribal Council

Youth Solvent Addiction Committee

The YSAC network works in partnership with member centres and external agencies to set the direction for provision of quality youth treatment for people dealing with solvent abuse.

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Urban

Saskatchewan

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Youth Organizations and Associations

Braided Journeys

Source: YWCA Big Sisters of Regina

Saskatchewan Aboriginal Youth Council

The Council's objectives are to empower our youth by developing programs that are youth oriented, and to make a stronger voice for the Saskatchewan Youth in the Friendship Centre movement.

Source: Aboriginal Friendship Centres of Saskatchewan

Spirit Eagle Youth Group

Source: Qu'Appelle Valley Friendship Centre

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