The importance of Big Brothers Big Sisters 

For more than 50 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Prince Albert has been changing the lives of local youth through the dedication of Saskatchewan volunteers.   The organization nourishes youth participants through developmental relationships with volunteer mentors. Children apart of the program are provided the space to try new hobbies and develop skills that […]

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Charlie Biemans dedicates himself to his community

This volunteer recognition story and photo is courtesy of the Prairie Central District for Sport, Culture and Recreation  Volunteers have the ability to adapt to the particular needs of an organization and situation. Charlie Biemans stands as an example of the diverse skills exhibited by Saskatchewan volunteers.  For 43 years, Biemans has dedicated himself Englefeld’s […]

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Two volunteers and a promissory note started it all

It is often noted that volunteers are the heartbeat of the sport, culture and recreation system in Saskatchewan, a sentiment that was never truer than in the 1970s.  Since 1974, Sask Lotteries has been operated by Sask Sport. Sask Lotteries is a one-of-a kind, longstanding fundraiser aimed at enriching the lives of Saskatchewan communities through […]

National Volunteer Week April 14-20

Saskatchewan’s 330,000 volunteers are a vital part of the foundation that makes up Saskatchewan’s sport, culture and recreation system. From April 14-20, celebrated under the theme of “Every Moment Matters,” volunteers will be recognized nationwide for their contributions. For 50 years, Sask Lotteries has funded volunteer led sport, culture and recreation programs in the province […]

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Q & A with Special Olympics Lloydminster 

Special Olympics Lloydminster, a Sask Lotteries funded organization, prioritizes the accessibility of sport in their local community. They have subsidized fees and will cover costs for athletes and their families who otherwise could not participate. The organization offers diverse programs, which allows every individual the opportunity to enjoy sport at their desired level.  Marianne Witzaney, […]

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Sask Lotteries proud to be volunteer sponsor for Brier and U SPORTS women’s national hockey championship

Volunteers are the foundation of Saskatchewan’s lottery-funded sport, culture and recreation system with more than 330,000 individuals donating their time, skills and knowledge in a multitude of roles. Many of these individuals work behind the scenes to ensure that participants are treated to an incredible experience, no matter what the event may be. In March, […]

Saskatoon’s Shirley, Clark don Canadian jersey for first time together

Photo by Matt Johnson

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Introducing: Only in Sask

For the first time ever, Saskatchewan residents will have the opportunity to purchase and play a scratch and win lottery ticket that is exclusively available in the province. The highly anticipated $5 ONLY IN SASK ticket will be launched at the 1,000 Lotto Spot retailers across Saskatchewan on February 12. This exclusive ticket commemorates the […]

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Saskatchewan Sport Awards celebrate the achievements of athletes, coaches, officials and volunteers 

Volunteers are the heart of Saskatchewan’s amateur sport community, a concept exemplified by the 2023 Saskatchewan Sport Award Volunteer Dedication recipients, Mike Tanton, Pat Prokopchuk and Bob Coffin. The three were announced as recipients of the award at the 2023 Saskatchewan Sport Awards on Feb. 1 at Queensbury Convention Centre in Regina. More than 300 […]

Sask Lotteries celebrates 50 years of support sport, culture and recreation

Sask Lotteries is celebrating 50 years as the main fundraiser for more than 12,000 sport, culture and recreation groups in communities across Saskatchewan. Since 1974, lottery sales in Saskatchewan have been used to provide more than $1.4 billion to support athletes from the grassroots level to the international stage, connect youth to artistic experiences, help […]

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