Success Stories

Powwow project empowers youth to lead

Dance develops strength, flexibility, confidence and a connection to culture

New Champion Says Access to Dance a Life-Changer

Gathering Focuses on Reconciliation and Relationship-Building

Community Brings People and Cultures Together

Dance as a Gateway into Ukrainian Culture

Youth finding their own voices in history

Silent No More

Lessons Learned through Dance

Collaboration and Cultures: Curtain Razors brings Aztec heritage to the Prairies

Theatre has the power to transport us to new, imaginary worlds, and recently, Regina’s Curtain Razors brought a new world to life in their unique international performance, "Codice Remix."

Former Creative Kids recipients now champions for cause

Since its formation in 2010, Creative Kids has helped support thousands of children and youth, who faced financial and social barriers, access meaningful ongoing arts and cultural activities.

Learning a second language links youth to their heritage

Access to songwriting and dance important to well-being

Learning Cultures and Building Literacy through the Arts

Some young Regina students are learning and getting immersed in cultures through innovative art program.

Where are the Buffalo?

How a project brought the buffalo spirit back to the streets of Regina

Youth Paying it Forward Through Fundraising

Youth spearheading fundraising efforts in support of Creative Kids

Buffalo Pound Round Dance helps to highlight Métis culture

Ashley Norton, co-founder of the Wiichihiwayshinawn Foundation (“We are Helpers” in Michif), brought together a group of dancers from all over Saskatchewan to perform a contemporary jig dance at the Ice and Fire Festival, held in Regina, February 2013.

Popular fiddle fest continues to grow

The annual John Arcand Fiddle Fest has come a long way in 15 years. It has grown from offering a few fiddle work-shops to an eventful, four-day festival, held at Windy Acres in Saskatoon, featuring concerts, competitions, dances and performances.

Small grant has big impact for Sound of Afghanistan

The group’s access to the Small Grant Accessibility Program provided them with the support to continue their role of healing and spreading their message through music.

Increasing equity and belonging for youth: Teaching hoop dancing helps build cultural connections

Combining In-Person and virtual Programming for a new Cultural experience

Elbow’s Small Town Charm Big Part of Culture Days

Beyond Plates of Perogies

Saskatoon celebrates Ukrainian Day in the Park

Youth Take Opportunities to Express Themselves

Gaining confidence through dance

Entertainment, eating, education and engagement create recipe for success at Folkfest’s Indian & Métis Pavilion

Every year, people in Saskatoon travel around the world learning about different cultures – only to find out what they have in their own backyard.

Animateur work gives dancer pride in her province

Creating art is usually a personal experience for an artist. The process of creation usually occurs in studios out of sight, which often results in work that can be shared with the public.