Our Collective Thread Travelling Exhibition - As part of the year-long Canada 150 celebrations, the WDM has produced an exciting travelling exhibit to commemorate this historic anniversary. Our Collective Threads explores the diverse history of the Saskatchewan people through artifacts from its exceptional textile collection. The exhibit is open at the WDM Saskatoon and will travel though to October 2018 to the other WDM locations.
Stepping Stones Career Fair 2018 - Stepping Stones focuses on organizations who are serious and committed to hiring First Nation, Métis and Inuit people; encourages and provides space for interactive, fun and entertaining displays; is highly marketed to enhance attendance and participation; and, utilizes high profile role models to inspire, aspire to and motivate. All Secondary and Post Secondary Youth are invited to attend…
Living Heritage: Relating to the Land in a Changing World - Expanding on last year's theme of "Sharing the Land," presentations will focus on how we relate to the land in a changing world. By the age of seven each, one of us has been immersed in a cultural milieu we inherit from previous generations. As we grow, our cultural perspective & worldview are adapted to meet changing needs and circumstances. Through interactive exercises,…
Keeping stories - the art of oral history interview - Proposed audience - culture and heritage workers and volunteers, anyone with an interest in documentation, including those who want to record family members. In this workshop, you will learn.. The basics of Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) as outlined in the UNESCO Convention, and why documentation of local history and traditions is so importantHow to conduct a history/oral traditions…
Celebrating Seniors Volunteer Awards - Hosted by Saskatchewan Seniors Mechanism - This prestigious annual event provides an opportunity to celebrate the volunteer contributions seniors make to their communities throughout our province. Please consider nominating a dynamic, senior volunteer in your community.
