The experience of chronic pain is very personal. What bothers one person badly might not trouble another very much. For some people, pain may resonate as more emotional than physical. For others, it overwhelms the body, but they battle it with their mind. However, it is experienced — as mild, bothersome or high-impact — chronic...
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June 18, 2021June 18, 2021Living 55 Plus
Secret Gardens
When I was a little girl one of the most fun things to do aside from yearning for a puppy, was to create special spaces where I could occasionally hide away from the world and read, plan and dream. They usually occurred outdoors and often took the shape of a fort or hut. Kids are...
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June 18, 2021June 18, 2021Living 55 Plus
Stories from my days of working in parks
Between the park and the river were tall weeds and thick brush. One morning, between 7:30 a.m. and 8 a.m., I was picking up litter where the park met the weeds and brush. Suddenly, a man popped up, between five and 10 metres from where I was standing. He was shirtless and his face was...
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June 8, 2021June 8, 2021Welcome to Saskatoon
25,000 students study at U of S
The University of Saskatchewan (U of S) is a member of the U15, a group of the top research universities in Canada. The U of S hosts two unique national research facilities — the Canadian Light Source, which is one of the world’s leading synchrotron facilities, and VIDO-InterVac, a world leader in developing vaccines and...
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June 8, 2021June 8, 2021Welcome to Saskatoon
Protect yourself against scams
CANADA REVENUE AGENCY SCAMS Be aware that these scams occur especially around tax time. Callers pose as Canada Revenue Agency employees and inform the victim of an outstanding balance that must be paid immediately. Or the scammers may state the victim is being charged for fraud and payment must be paid immediately. The callers may...
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June 8, 2021June 8, 2021Welcome to Saskatoon
Wanuskewin
Wanuskewin Heritage Park sits above Opimihaw Creek and the South Saskatchewan River near Saskatoon — a window into a part of Canada’s history that remains largely undiscovered, and a link to our past unlike any other National Historic Site in Canada. Wanuskewin’s uniqueness is not just the fact that there exists evidence of ancient peoples,...
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June 8, 2021June 8, 2021Welcome to Saskatoon
We are a city of Festivals
Children’s Festival Kids of all ages will celebrate creativity, curiosity and fun at the 30th annual Nutrien Children’s Festival of Saskatchewan. The festival will be held at Rotary Park. More than 20,000 visitors are expected to take part in theatre, music, dance, comedy and circus arts performances from around the world, and participate in countless...
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June 8, 2021June 8, 2021Welcome to Saskatoon
Persephone Theatre
Founded in 1974, Persephone Theatre has become one of the largest theatres in Canada, and the largest in Saskatchewan. Founded by Janet and Susan Wright, and Brian Richmond (the theatre’s first artistic director), Persephone Theatre has a long, rich history of supporting the arts in Saskatoon. In its early years, Persephone faced many problems associated...
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June 8, 2021June 8, 2021Welcome to Saskatoon
City Leisure Centres
COSMO CIVIC CENTRE 3130 Laurier Drive | 306-975-3344 The unique combination of recreational facilities and meeting space makes the facility great for mixing business with pleasure. Take one of Cosmo’s popular cooking classes and learn the art of Thai, Chinese or Vietnamese food, or even how to make your own sushi. Also home to a...
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June 8, 2021June 8, 2021Welcome to Saskatoon
Attractions abound in Saskatoon
Forestry Farm Park & Zoo It all began with a tree nursery. Millions of saplings and 100 years later, the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo remains a cornerstone of ecology, inspired learning and lasting memories. Today, this national historic site boasts carefully crafted gardens, restored heritage buildings, a great new naturally-themed playground, and Saskatchewan’s...