JANUARY
15, 2008-Multicultural
entertainment will be featured at a press conference at the Conexus Arts Centre in
Students
from
There is no admission fee to
attend and everyone is welcome. Here is the program.
For more
information, call (306) 721-2767 or visit http://www.emcy.ca/.
There is
still time to make a nomination!! Download the nomination form now. There are
several award categories and nominations are being accepted from across
JANUARY 7,
2008 -Youth between the ages of 9 and 18 may be interested in
entering the Mathieu Da Costa Challenge, an annual writing and artwork contest.
Launched in
1996 by the Department of Canadian Heritage, the Challenge encourages youth to
discover how diversity has shaped Canada's history and the important role that
pluralism plays in Canadian society....by using their creative talents to
discover how people from different ethnocultural backgrounds have helped make
Canada what it is today.
Each year, three winners are selected from each age group (9-12, 13-15
and16-18). The winners, accompanied by a parent/guardian, receive a three-day
all-expenses paid trip to
This project commemorates Black History Month, celebrated annually in February.
Mathieu Da Costa was a navigator and interpreter of African descent who likely
traveled extensively throughout the Atlantic world in the late 1500s and early
1600s. The Department of Canadian Heritage encourages youth to explore
"less well-known, but no less important, aspects of our history and
expressing their thoughts about Canadian values and diversity to help develop a
clearer understanding and appreciation of our collective heritage."
DECEMBER 20, 2007-The Peace by Piece
Diversity Quilt is traveling.
After spending a few weeks at the
Interested in having the display visit a venue near you?
Contact us for information at (306) 721-2767. This unique project is supported
by the Multicultural Council of Saskatchewan.
DECEMBER 17, 2007-Thanks to everyone
who made a date with diversity by ordering a 2008 Multifaith Calendar.
This full colour calendar contains beautiful artwork and
makes a GREAT holiday gift. The 2008 theme is Communing Spirit and descriptions
and dates for 14 faiths are featured.
We have now reached our goal and sold our stock!
We are pleased that so many people are using this
important resource. If you are still interested in purchasing a calendar, let
us know and we can provide you with contact information.
Order forms for 2009 calendars will be posted to our
website in September.
NOVEMBER 26, 2007 - The SaskCulture Heritage Community
of Interest Committee and the SaskCulture Multicultural Initiatives Fund
Committee are calling for applications.
If you
know anyone interested in this volunteer opportunity, please let them know that
the deadline for applications is Dec. 20, 2007.
Visit the
SaskCulture website for more information about how Culture Builds Community. http://www.saskculture.sk.ca/
NOVEMBER 23, 2007 - In celebration of Saskatchewan
Multicultural Week, the Multicultural Council of Saskatchewan and F.W. Johnson
Collegiate set up a diversity display at the Regina Airport Authority office.
The
display will stay up until early January and features the Peace by Piece
diversity quilt and chairs created by Johnson students as well as some
diversity posters, Rider pride and a tree decorated with tiger lilies, wheat
sheaves,
NOVEMBER 20,
2007 -
The Multicultural Council of Saskatchewan received 27
applications for funding for Multicultural Education Initiatives this year.
From myth busting after school initiatives to Elder
visits all the applications displayed the
So what other diversity initiatives are happening in
Grant listings are posted to our website: mcos.sask.com
NOVEMBER 16, 2007 - The Multicultural Council of
Saskatchewan is now on Facebook.
Please consider joining our group.http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid
=7275851470
Exploring
the Space Between Us... Youth&Racism
DonRoss
Centre, North Battleford
Registration:$60/person
(includes conference and meals)
Adults
accompanyingstudents receive complimentary registration
For
more information visit: http://www.same.ca/
Thank
you for considering this opportunity to help grow the organization.
Issued
by: Saskatchewan Culture, Youth and Recreation - 191
The Province of Saskatchewan joined individuals, communities and nations from around the world today in observing March 21st as the International Day for Elimination of Racial Discrimination."Racism has absolutely no place in our society, be it in the classroom,boardroom or living room," Culture, Youth and Recreation Minister Glenn Hagel said. "Diversity strengthens and enriches our lives and I urge allSaskatchewan people to respect and celebrate it today and every day.""We are extremely impressed with the quality and quantity of initiativescommemorating this day," Multicultural Council of Saskatchewan President Dr. Jawahar (Jay) Kalra said. "All across Saskatchewan, schools, culturalorganizations, community groups and government departments are participating in the March 21st campaign with unique and diverse projects."Some of these projects include celebrations of community building,youth-crafted diversity days and Aboriginal knowledge seminars. For a complete list of activities taking place around the province, visithttp://mcos.sask.com/march21-06.htm."We all want to make our world a more tolerant and respectful place," Hagel said. "If we sustain the momentum of this day throughout the rest of the year, we are well on our way towards a society that is more dynamic, inclusive and prosperous for all citizens."For More Information, Contact:|
Janet
Peters |
Heather
Robison |