Announcements

MAY 13, 2026—Congratulations to Wyatt M., a Grade 2 student at École Connaught School in Regina, for receiving the 2026 Spark Literacy Award! Presented by Innovation Federal Credit Union, this award celebrates Wyatt’s determination, growth, and hard work in Foundations Learning & Skills Saskatchewan’s Spark reading program.

Spark currently serves over 260 children in five school divisions, including Regina Public Schools. The program supports students in Grades 2 to 4 with one-on-one volunteer reading sessions that build confidence, phonics, comprehension, and a love of reading. In 2025, 96% of teachers reported improved reading skills and strategies in Spark participants.

Online registration for 2026 Summer Driver Education opened on May 8, 2026.

Canadian Jewish Heritage Month is celebrated annually throughout May to recognize the over 250-year history, culture, and vital contributions of Jewish Canadians to this country. It is a time for all Canadians to learn more about Jewish heritage and to celebrate the enduring legacy of Jewish life in Canada. The month also highlights resilience while addressing rising antisemitism through education and community events.  

MAY 1, 2026—Every year since 1951, the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) has hosted Mental Health Week in the first full week of May. This year, CMHA Mental Health Week will be held from May 4th to 10th.

This year's theme is "Come Together, Canada: Stronger connections, better mental health." This year's campaign focuses on combating loneliness and strengthening community belonging through small, everyday actions of connections. It highlights the essential role of social connection in mental well-being.

APRIL 30, 2026—Saskatchewan has declared May 3 to 9, 2026, as Missing Persons Week. Members of the Saskatchewan Missing Persons Partnership (SMPP) focus on prevention, response and supports for families of missing people, including children and youth.