Saskatoon Communauté Nouvelles

A new national report highlights that managing limited financial resources remains the most common challenge for Canadians—with the cost of living continuing to top household concerns. With need rising in communities nationwide, The Salvation Army is calling on Canadians to give generously this holiday season.

When Ouafaa Eladmi and her family moved to Canada three years ago, she knew they were embarking on a transitional period that might require some sacrifices, one of them being the Christmas season. The family, originally from Casablanca, Morocco, first had to adapt to their new surroundings. The move from a big city to a small town such as High River, Alta., was a significant change. With no family or many friends around, Ouafaa was expecting a toned-down Christmas.

The Community Foundation is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2025 G. Murray and Edna Forbes Foundation Fund grants. This year the Fund supported 33 charitable programs for a total of $505,704.68. The fund is intended to support general charitable purposes in the South Saskatchewan Area.

The Canadian Football League (CFL) has announced a significant new partnership with World Vision Canada, a global relief, development, and advocacy organization. This alliance aims to reach out to CFL's expansive fan base to create meaningful changes in the lives of children living in high-risk regions around the globe.

Well hello summer! You’re finally here, forcing your unyielding heat and lengthy daylight hours on anyone who will listen. As the season rolls in, you are probably contemplating where you should go for your summer vacation. Have you ever considered volunteering abroad?