August Events
Regina International Film Festival and Awards (RIFFA) - Aug. 20 to 30
RIFFA aims to celebrate cultural diversity, through film. It works closely with various organizations such as LOOK, a mental health initiative, and builds its own programs such as RIFFA Academy, and RIFFA Virtual Gateway Program
The festival has selected 112 films to take part in this year's event, with a focus on gender and cultural diversity, as well as highlighting works produced in 27 different languages.
From Aug. 25 to 30, RIFFA provides a virtual screening opportunity for those interested in watching some of the films from the comfort of their own home. This exclusive virtual event is accessed by ticket only, and tickets can be purchased from riffa.ca.
The event features more than just films. Throughout the week, various educational and networking opportunities will be available. More information on all the programming offered can be found on the website.
SSILC Stress Management
Session highlights:
1. Understanding Stress – Aug. 21, 2024, 10 am - 12 Noon
- What is stress to you
- Recognizing your sources of stress; external vs internal stress
- Identify your symptoms of stress
2. Relaxation Techniques – Aug. 22, 2024, 1:30 – 3:30 pm
- Learn about meditation types
- Experience progressive muscle relaxation, chair yoga, and tapping
- Create art as a coping skill
3. How Stress Affects Us – Aug 23, 2024, 10 am – 12 Noon
- Recognize the difference between good and bad stress
- Take away a deeper understanding of the affects of stress
4. Self-Care – Aug. 26, 2024, 10 am – 12 noon
- Learn about self-care and its many forms, and discover the kinds of self-care that work for you
Eligibility requirements: Sessions are stand-alone. You are welcome to participate in all four sessions or you can choose which session(s) you are interested in.
Program location: South Saskatchewan Independent Living Centre, 349 Albert Street, Regina
How to apply: Contact your employment facilitator or SSILC office at 306-757-7452 or [email protected] for an intake which will include completing the Labour Market Services Registration form, action plan, and referral to a SSILC counselor.
For more information see the poster
Refugee Sponsorship Training Program (RSTP) training: Post Arrival: Covering All the Bases
Sunday, August 25th, 2024, 3 p.m. (CST)
This training will cover the roles and expectations of sponsors after the newcomers arrive in Canada. The training will help co-sponsors, constituent groups, Groups of Five and Community Sponsors learn more about their responsibilities for the people they have sponsored.
This will be a virtual training in Regina (hybrid in Saskatoon).
Regina Open Door Society's (RODS) Employment Services online classes
First-aid and CPR preparation
Dates: September 5 - 12, 2024 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
The First Aid And CPR workshop is accessible to all newcomers to Canada (focusing on but not limited to newcomers within the past 5 years) aged 16 and above who experience cultural and or language/ literacy barriers to employment. Participants must demonstrate a CLB 4+ level of English proficiency.
This workshop prepares clients for the First Aid And CPR Certification exam by presenting relevant knowledge and practical skills. Clients who complete the workshop will be eligible for the certification exam (in-person) on September 13, 2024 from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM.
To enroll in the workshop, interested clients must be registered with Employment Services and meet with their Employment Counselor for the workshop/ certification need assessment.
If not registered, please register here or contact us at (306)-352-3521 or [email protected].
For more information, see the poster.
