Saskatchewan Tourism Week sees the Prentice African Safari Exhibit - Re-Opening - Thursday, May 17th

Economic Development and Tourism, Town of Assiniboia is pleased to announce that the Prentice African Safari Exhibit is back with the exhibit reopening occuring Thursday, May 17th from 10am - 6pm at the new Town of Assiniboia Tourism Centre (Old Library, 110-4th Avenue West, Assiniboia).

Come and view an amazing collection of animals. The Prentice family donated part of the collection of stuffed and mounted wild animals of the late Wilfred Prentice to the Town of Assiniboia several years ago and it has been a long time tourist attraction for the community ever since.

In 2012, the Town of Assiniboia relocated the Prentice African Safari Exhibit from the Old Tourism Centre on the highway to the New Tourism Centre downtown (Old Library - 110-4th Avenue West). The Re-Opening is being held in conjunction with Saskatchewan Tourism Week, May 14-21th.

For more information, contact Town of Assiniboia, Economic Development and Tourism, Tourism Coordinator Julie Newton at 640-6043.

Aquatic Centre Season to Start - Wednesday, May 23rd  

The summer season for the Aquatic Season is scheduled to start with the pool opening Wednesday, May 23rd. It had been hoped that the pool would be open for the May long weekend, but with the wet week of May 7th caused a delay in the completing of the painting of the pool tank. The pool has gone had several improvements for the 2012 season including painting of the pool tank and the installation of a new boiler to help to keep the water warmer this year. Watch here or on Facebook for details about weekly schedules and special events. Pool Managers for this summer are Rachel Klein and Afton Richards.If you have any questions, please contact

Community Services at 642-3382.

Assiniboia Communities in Bloom - Annual Clean Sweep Day - Saturday, June 2       

The Annual Clean Sweep Day is coming up, it will be held on Saturday, June 2nd 9 am until Noon. Everyone is welcome, if possible bring along your garden gloves and garden tools if you have some. Our working bees are going on all summer every Thursday night starting at 6:30 p.m. We meet in Central Park, spend about an hour around various places in town cleaning up and picking weeds etc.

If you have any questions, please contact Community Services at 642-3382.

All proceeds raised are going to support Assiniboia's youth, specifically the Assiniboia Regional Park Playground equipment upgrades.

Silent Autction and raffle included with the event.

For more details - Click Here

 Assiniboia Ball Diamond Schedules

Schedule for Week of May 13-19 - Click Here  ** Updated May 17th **

Schedule for Week of May 20-26 - Click Here

If you have to cancel your game or practice contact - 640-6011

Town of Assiniboia - Aquatic Centre Season Passes

Each year Community Services strives to provide an excellent experience of those using the Aquatic Centre in Assiniboia. In 2012, we have launched a new rate schedule to accomodate every user of the pool. In 2012, the Aquatic Centre is going to have daily, weekly, monthly, and seasonal rates. Daily Rates: Family - $15, Adult - $6.50, Student - $5.00, Child - $4.00

For Seasonal, Monthly, and Weekly Rates - Click Here

Town of Assiniboia - 2012 Rain Barrel Rebate Program

The Town of Assiniboia is offering a 50% rebate to a maximum of $50 to Assiniboia residents for the retail purchase of a rain barrel. The rebate applicable to rain barrels purchased at a retailer from April 1, 2012 to September 30, 2012.

Please fill out rebate form below, provide receipt and proof of Assiniboia residency (copy of utility bill or driver's license or similar) must be attached.

One rebate per household is allowed.

For additional information, contact the Assiniboia Community Services Office at rec.assiniboia@sasktel.net or call 306.642.3382. This is a Assiniboia Communities in Bloom Program.

Click Here for Application

Saskatchewan Blue Cross MS Walk

Sunday May 27th, 2012 - Wakamow Valley Oval - Moose Jaw

Registration begins at 12 noon, walk starts at 1pm. Come out and enjoy a 5k Walk through Wakamow Valley in support of MS with food, prizes and entertainment! For more information or to register online, please go to mswalks.ca

Saskatchewan Summer Games - Information

The 2012 Saskatchewan Summer Games are scheduled for July 29-August 4th in Meadow Lake. For information pertaining to South West Team Try-outs, information about Meadow Lake, Games Schedules and Spectator information click on the following link below.

Click Here for More Information about the Games

Kids First and Active Families - Free Workshop ... Hop!!

 Who should attend? This workshop is designed for early learning practitioners, caregivers, families or any adults that interact with children from birth to five y...ears old. They are both part of the LEAP BC™ family of resources. Children learn through play, and they do best when learning is active. All of the tips and tools can be applied at home or in any other setting where you interact with children.

Hop™ – geared towards preschoolers from 3 to 5 years of age. The Hop Family Resource includes fun-filled activities and ideas for play that integrate physical movement, oral language, early literacy and healthy eating. Move ™– for infants and toddlers, from birth to 3 years of age . This resource integrates physical activity, early language development and healthy eating.

When: Tuesday May 22nd
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Where: Assiniboia Public Health Office

Please RSVP by Friday May 18th, by emailing jzah@fhhr.ca or phoning 640-8028 Please register with you name and phone number so we can contact you if there are any changes.

Farm Credit Canada - FCC AgriSpirit Fund

If your organization is looking to raise money for a capital project, it may qualify for a donation between $5,000 and $25,000 from the Farm Credit Canada. The FCC AgriSpirit Fund is about mak...ing life better for people in rural communities. Successful projects in the past have included hospitals and medical centres, childcare facilities, fire and rescue equipment, playgrounds, food banks, libraries, recreation centres and community gardens.

Farm Credit Canada will accept online applications from May 7 to June 18, 2012.

For more information - http://www.fcc-fac.ca/en/AboutUs/Responsibility/agrispiritfund_e.asp

SPRA - Offering complimentary - High Five Sports Course®

HIGH FIVE®…What is it? HIGH FIVE® is Canada’s only comprehensive quality standard developed for organizations that provide sport and recreation programs to children aged 6 to 12.

What is HIGH FIVE® Sport? HIGH FIVE® Sport is a 4.5 hour training program designed for the competitive and non-competitive coaches. Aligned with the Fundamentals and Learn to Train Stages of the Long Term Athlete Development (LTAD) model, HIGH FIVE® Sport focuses on the social, emotional and cognitive development and the well-being of athletes aged 6 to 12. The training has been designed to help coaches with coaching concerns such as interaction with parents, keeping the child’s interest in the sport, ensuring fair play and providing an emotionally safe environment.

Course Dates and Locations:

To Register: Please visit the SPRA website to access the registration forms and additional details regarding the course.

Registration Deadline: Wednesday, May 23, 2012.

Questions may be directed to Karen Thompson, SPRA Consultant – Leadership and Evaluation at (306) 780-9389

Assiniboia Selected as Host to SaskEnergy Hockey Day in Saskatchewan in 2013

A joint bid by the Town of Assiniboia, the Assiniboia Minor Hockey Association, and the Assiniboia Civic Improvement Association has been chosen by the Saskatchewan Hockey Association for the sixth annual SaskEnergy Hockey Day in Saskatchewan.

To find out more click on the following Press Release from the Town of Assiniboia - Click Here