Groups, Programs, and Workshops
A wide variety of services, programs, and workshops available to the community through direct service and/or in partnerships with other social agencies.
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| Please note: Program registration information is located under each drop-down.
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| Caregiver Support Group | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Do you care for an aging parent, spouse, friend or other person close to you? You are a caregiver. Would you like to connect with other people in similar situations? Join us for sharing of experience and resources once per month to learn from one another in a safe, supportive environment. For more information, contact 780-992-6623. |
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| Dragonfly Support Group | |||||||||||||||||||||
| A monthly group for parents whose children face mental health challenges. This groups is a safe and supportive place for parents and caregivers to:
To register, please call 780-992-6267. |
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| Meals on Wheels | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Meals on Wheels delivers nutritious meals to Fort Saskatchewan residents. Anyone who finds meal preparation difficult and would benefit from this service can apply.
For more information call 780-992-6267. |
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| Neighbourhood Programs |
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| Good Neighbour Neighbourhoods are more than houses, streets and boulevards — it’s the people who live in those neighbourhoods that make them dynamic and unique. If you have neighbours who make your neighbourhood the place to be, let them know their contributions matter and nominate them as a Good Neighbour!
Neighbourhood Connectors What is a Neighbourhood Connector? Neighbourhood Connectors are local volunteers who take pride in their communities and connect neighbours to one another through block events and conversations. When neighbours feel connected to one another their friendships can have a significant impact on the quality of life in their neighbourhood including an increased sense of belonging, better mental health, and increased safety. Why should I Volunteer? Neighbourhood Connectors are residents who enjoy getting to know their neighbours, like hosting block events and may have ideas on how to improve their neighbourhood, but need a bit of help getting started. If this sounds like you, the Neighbourhood Connector Program can help you with additional resources and ideas to make your neighbourhood one of the best places to live and play! What would I need to do? As a Neighbourhood Connector you will have support from the Community Social Planning Coordinator in getting to know your neighbours and resources to help you host block events and implement any innovative community building ideas you may have. Neighbourhood Connectors will also:
Sign up: fortsask.ca/volunteer |
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| Rainbow Alliance | |||||||||||||||||||||
| The Rainbow Alliance is a peer support group for youth ages 13 and up. It is a supportive and safe place open to all sexual orientations and gender identities, where youth can be themselves in a safe, affirming, sex-positive, alcohol and drug free environment. Meetings are fun opportunities to make new friends, partake in fun activities and work on projects together. To learn more about the Rainbow Alliance, call 780-992-6267. |
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| Snow Angels Snow Clearing Program | |||||||||||||||||||||
| The City of Fort Saskatchewan offers Snow Angels, a volunteer snow clearance program to assist seniors with a disability or medical condition in the community. Applicants must be referred to the program by their family physician, or existing clients of the home support, or home care program can be referred. Applicants must also meet an income level requirement. To receive support from the program download the Snow Clearance Program Resident Package. To volunteer for the program download the Snow Clearance Program Volunteer Package. For more information, contact 780-992-6267. |
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| Whipper Snippers Lawn Care Program | |||||||||||||||||||||
| The Whipper Snippers Lawn Care Program is no longer being offered. If you have any questions, please contact us at 780-992-6623. |
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| Youth Advisory Committee | |||||||||||||||||||||
| The Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) is open to all youth ages 13 – 18 and will focus on:
Goals:
Location: TBD If you are interested in volunteering with the YAC, or for more information, please email fcssinfo@fortsask.ca or call 780-992-6267. |
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| Youth Council | |||||||||||||||||||||
| The Fort Saskatchewan Youth Council is a Committee established by City Council and its purpose is to educate and empower youth to provide information and recommendations to Council in relation to issues that impact or involve youth. MembershipUp to 14 youth members between the ages of 14 and 24 years of age, who are residents of the City of Fort Saskatchewan; an appointed representative from City Council; and the Youth and Family Coordinator. Roles and responsibilitiesThe Youth Council shall: a. research and write policy proposals for Council’s consideration and review; b. consult with Administration and other youth serving agencies to support youth initiatives; c. provide a youth lens to City policies, programs and services as part of the City’s Diversity & Inclusion Policy (GEN-007-C); d. work with Administration to develop and maintain a community dialogue about matters important to youth in Fort Saskatchewan; e. drive change, and advocate on behalf of youth; and f. establish partnerships with individuals and youth serving organizations to ensure different perspectives are reflected in Youth Council initiatives and procedures.
Additional informationYouth Council Terms of Reference If you are interested in being on the Youth Council Committee, please fill out and submit the Committee Application Form. For more information, please email YouthCouncil@fortsask.ca or call 780-992-6267. |