Informational Resources

This Resources page contains pertinent information related to immigration and settlement with a local and provincial perspective. The information could be of value to those working or volunteering with newcomers, developing programs and resources or conducting research. This is not an exhaustive list of all available resources. The RRLIP welcomes and encourages community submission suggestions; to suggest a resource, please contact the RRLIP.

NEWCOMER WELCOME VIDEOS (2022):

Settlement Sector Video - developed in collaboration with local settlement sector agencies 
English transcript of the Settlement Sector Video
Update: Please note that Beth Jacob Synagogue does not offer language classes at this time.

Multisector Welcome Video - welcome messages from a broad array of Regina organizations
English Transcript of the Multisector Welcome Video

Multi-Cultural Faith-Based Organizations in Regina

Cultural Organizations

LOCAL SETTLEMENT SERVICES:

• Service Navigation Resource
  

RESOURCES for PRIVATE SPONSORS of REFUGEES

MENTAL AND EMOTIONAL WELLNESS:

• ENGLISH - Cultural Stigma/Mental Health BROCHURE
  
• ENGLISH - Cultural Stigma/Mental Health HANDOUT
  
  
• ENGLISH - Mental/Emotional Wellness Supports Reference Sheet
  
• PRINTABLE Mental/Emotional Wellness Supports Reference Sheet (with QR Code)

HOUSING-RELATED TOPICS:

• Rental Scams
  
• Housing Adaptation Checklist - Plain Language
  
• Housing Adaptation Checklist - Plain Language with QR Code (PRINTABLE)

EVERYDAY LIVING:

• Ethnic Grocery Stores with QR Code

• English/French Practice Opportunities - Updated Oct 2023
• PRINTABLE English/French Practice Opportunities (with QR Code) - Oct 2023

• Free to Low-Cost Items - Updated July 2023

• How to Get a SK Drivers License and Multilingual Driving Schools List in Regina, Sask

• Why Buy or Accept 2nd Hand Items - ENGLISH VERSION

• Riding Regina Transit   
  
• PRINTABLE Riding Regina Transit with QR Code

EMERGENCY RESOURCES:

• Fire Safety - Videos (English and French) with transcripts, various handouts; developed by the Regina Fire Department and local immigrant-serving agencies 
  NEW (2024) - Fire Safety Guide
  
  
• Saskatchewan Safety Council’s Community Resources Page - They have a wide variety of safety resources that cover many different topic areas applicable to newcomers.
  
  
• Asbestos and Natural Disasters Guide - Natural disasters such as wildfires, hurricanes, floods and tornadoes can damage asbestos-containing materials and lead to asbestos exposure among first responders, cleanup crews and nearby residents. Learn how to prevent asbestos exposure when preparing for and cleaning up after a natural disaster.
  
  
• Asbestos and Mesothelioma in Canada - Asbestos is a toxic fibrous mineral found in Canadian consumer and construction products. These include insulation, tiles, brake pads and cement. Canada banned asbestos in 2018. Yet, Canadians still risk mesothelioma cancer from exposure to any remaining asbestos fibers.
  
  
• Sask Public Safety Agency:
  
  
  • Live Emergency Updates - Emergencies can occur at any time. Stay up to date with information from the Sask Public Safety Agency about emergencies such as wild fires, severe weather, etc.
    
    
  • Download the SaskAlert App to receive emergency alerts from your area.
    
    
  • Prepare for an Emergency - Individual and/or family emergency preparedness is so important because emergencies can occur at any time. Included on the 'Prepare for an Emergency' page is a make a plan template.
     

CULTURAL AWARENESS RESOURCES:

• "Culture as An Iceberg" Resource, with Facilitator Instructions - Translated into
  • Arabic
  • Cree
  • French
  • Mandarin
  • Swahili
  • Tagalog
  • Tigrinya  
  • Urdu (Illustration) and Urdu (Facilitator Instructions)

• "Culture as An Iceberg" Resource (Original) - English

Please note that the RRLIP Project is in the process of reviewing all resources to ensure compliance with photo copyright laws.