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CTV News
29-05-2025
- General
- CTV News
Provincial government provides funding boost to Autism Resource Centre of Regina
The Autism Resource Centre of Regina is getting a funding boost from the provincial government. (Jacob Carr / CTV News) The Government of Saskatchewan announced on Thursday it is increasing funding to the Autism Resource Centre of Regina by providing $235,000 to support the expansion of a summer program for children and youth. This budget increase is on top of $1.5 million of funding that was already provided by the provincial government. 'At the end of the day, this is all about connection and belonging for children in our community,' Health Minister Jeremy Cockrill said. 'And I think it's so important that as children, as we finish up the school year and kids go into the summer, it's important that all kids have the opportunity to feel a part of something.' Cockrill thanked the summer staff for the work they're preparing to do on behalf of the province for students and their families. 'It has a big impact,' he said. The Autism Resource Centre provides the Therapeutic Summer Program for children and youth ages seven and up who are returning to school in the fall. 'This investment will allow us to introduce a third summer camp and reach more autistic children and young adults who, due to their unique needs, cannot access typical summer programs,' Angela Ricci, Autism Resource Centre Executive Director said. 'For many families, this program is more than just summer care. It's essential for one-to-one support that helps our children maintain routines, build skills, and confidence.'
Yahoo
18-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Lowville offering summer rec program
May 16—LOWVILLE — The town and village of Lowville have announced the continuance of the annual summer recreational program. "This is a vital program that has been offered for over 30 years in our community," states a press release from the municipalities. "In spite of rising costs, higher minimum wage and budget cuts, village and town officials worked together to offer another year." The five-week program will include field trips, sports and educational activities. There will be sessions from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 7 through Aug. 8 at the Lowville Academy and Central School facilities. A swim program will be available at the village of Croghan from 9 a.m. to noon Monday through Thursday with transportation provided for those in need from Lowville Academy. Double Play Community Center has been contracted to bring its experience, knowledge and programs to the local youth. The Youth Bureau has contributed to cover a portion of the program's costs. Children between the ages of 5 to 12 years old are welcome to register. Any child that resides in the village or town of Lowville will have a full scholarship to attend. A reduced registration fee of $375 — $15 per day — will be offered to any child who resides outside of the village and town of Lowville. Contact your local township to see if they have a youth recreation scholarship opportunity for your child. There are 175 slots for this program. Registration runs through May 30. "Both the Town of Lowville Board and Village Trustees want to provide options for as many youth in their communities as possible," states the press release, noting more information for registration will be available soon.
Yahoo
17-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Phoenix Union High School District to provide free summer meals for students
The Brief Phoenix Union High School District will provide meals to students 18 or younger this summer. This year, adults will also be allowed to make purchases when they come with their kids. PHOENIX - School will be out for summer in a matter of days, but access to food won't end with the final bell. What we know The Phoenix Union High School District will be providing breakfast and lunch to kids in need, Monday through Thursday. The district's various high schools, including Central High School, will offer breakfast from 7:45 a.m. to 8:30 a.m., and lunch from 11:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., with students 18 or younger being allowed to choose from 16 different sites to get a meal. Adults are also welcomed to accompany kids to make purchases. "Phoenix Union is a high school-only district, but this is anyone 18 and under, and what we've even done is we've expanded it to where if an adult needs food and they come with their kid, they can actually purchase it. $2.75 for breakfast, $4,75 for lunch," said Richard Franco with the district. Why you should care District officials say they've kept the program afloat due to the demand. "We've seen the need really increase," said Franco. "Our community asks for this, and they need it. We have a lot of children in our community that have food insecurity, so we want to be a part of changing that." The program, which is federally-funded, has given out nearly 60,000 meals, serving students like Ares. "I usually grab breakfast and meet up with my friends," said Ares. "I talk to some people, I go over plans with my football team, it's just a really good social experience."
CBC
12-05-2025
- Automotive
- CBC
MPI to offer condensed driver education program for high schoolers this summer
Manitoba Public Insurance is expanding a high school driver education program amid a surge in demand. MPI will offer a condensed form of its Driver Z courses this summer, the public insurer said in a news release Monday. The program uses a mix of in-person and virtual classes as well as in-car training to teach students driving skills. A five-week version of the regular 12-week course will be offered in July and August, the release said. The condensed program will have two weeks of virtual classes followed by three weeks of in-car lessons. The course will be offered in July in Arborg, Beausejour, Brandon, Portage la Prairie, Steinbach, Winkler and Winnipeg. It will be offered in August in Brandon, Steinbach, Winkler, Winnipeg and The Pas. Students must attend all classes to complete the course.
