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KidSport Family Mini-Golf Tournament

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The Saskatoon KidSport committee is hosting its annual Family Mini Golf
Tournament at Market Mall on February 9, 2014. The event runs from
11:00am until 5pm. Families are encouraged to come out and play a round
of mini golf for $24.00/group of four with all proceeds going to KidSport! No pre
registration is required, just come out an have some fun. There are
lots of great prizes and some of our local sport celebrities will be in
attendance including the Saskatoon Blades, U of S Huskies and the
Saskatoon Hilltops.

KidSport™ is a children’s charity dedicated to assisting children of
families facing financial obstacles to participate in community sport
programs.

We believe that no kid should be left on the sidelines and all should be
given the opportunity to experience the positive benefits of organized
sports. KidSport™ provides support to children in order to remove
financial barriers that prevent them from playing organized sport.

All kids should be given the opportunity to develop healthy lifestyles,
no matter the financial barriers that may exist. Staying physically
active helps encourage children to maintain healthy habits throughout
their whole lives. The challenges that come with playing sports also
teach children valuable life lessons and skills including leadership,
hard work, dedication and self-confidence.

Varsity View Programs

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JANUARY 2014
Registration is Tuesday, January 21, 2014 from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at Brunskill School-Gym, 101 Wiggins Avenue North. A membership fee of $5/individual, $10/family per year is required to participate in programs and must be presented at the time of registration. A fee of $10 will apply to late registrations. Please consult the community association newsletter or visit www.vvcasaskatoon.com for further program details. Varsity View Community Association honours other community association memberships. **Please note that most programs run for 15 weeks**

VVCA Programs 2014

Parents are reminded to walk their children in to class to make sure the school is open and the class is still on.  As well, children must be picked up immediately after class is over.
Remember that VVCA is sensitive to the needs of families facing financial hardships, and may partially fund, or fully fund participation fees in various activities. Subsidization is only to cover the cost of programs and will not include membership in VVCA. Please contact one of us at registration night. We are more than willing to be of assistance in a very confidential manner. In addition, assistance may be available through KidSport.

Barb & Maya, Indoor Co-ordinators

School Zone Safety Reminders

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When the weather turns colder, more students are being driven to school. The City would like to remind drivers about the importance of “No Parking” and “No Stopping” zones as well as parking bylaws used for the safety of students. Drivers are asked to please obey signs when dropping off or picking up children from school.

“No Parking” and “No Stopping” zones ensure that drivers passing the school can clearly see anyone crossing the street.

“No Stopping” zones are created to address safety and avoid congestion. Stopping, even for a moment, to pick up or drop off passengers is prohibited.

Parking is prohibited in “No Parking” zones, even when the vehicle is occupied, unless you are actively engaged in the loading or unloading of merchandise or passengers. Drivers are NOT allowed to wait for their passengers while in a “No Parking” zone.

Other parking bylaws to remember in school zones to keep our children safe:

  • Keep “school bus” zones clear,
  • Leave 10 metres between your car and any marked crosswalk or intersection unless otherwise indicated by a sign or pavement marking,
  • Avoid double-parking, and
  • Stay back at least 1 metre from driveways and alley entrances/exits. Do not block driveways.
  • These bylaws are enforced by Saskatoon Police Services and City Parking Enforcement and may result in a fine. While not enforceable, drivers should also turn the ignition off when parked in the winter because the exhaust may affect visibility for pedestrians and drivers.

We’re MEND – Mind, Exercise, Nutrition… Do it!

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Our vision is a world where we all live fitter, healthier and happier lives.

MEND empowers children and adults to become fitter, healthier and happier and to reach or maintain a healthier weight. We believe in innovation, partnership and social action.

So how does MEND make a difference?

We design expert programs and services that offer long-term solutions to help people improve their health, fitness, and self-esteem. We provide the information and support people need to choose healthier foods and to become more active.

MEND 7-13 is a free, fun healthy lifestyle program for 7 to 13 year olds who are above a healthy weight. Parents /caregivers join their children in each session to learn about how to choose healthier foods and spend more time being physically active.

Click here for more information on the MEND program.

After-School Time Period Program Directory Launches

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Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association (SPRA) has launched a new online After-School Time Period (ASTP) Program Directory. The Directory was populated from the information received from program participants of the ASTP Provincial Survey, distributed in November 2012.

Search the ASTP Program Directory or add your program to the directory HERE.

What is the After-School Time Period (ASTP) Program Directory?
The Directory of After-School Time Period (ASTP) programs focus on opportunities which are available for children and youth in Saskatchewan between ages 5 to 18 and are delivered during the hours of 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., throughout the school year.

What is the purpose of the ASTP Program Directory?
To provide information for communities, parents, schools and stakeholders on the sport, culture and recreational opportunities available for young people in the After-School Time Period. The Directory is an informational tool to promote sport, culture and recreation programs and organizations in your area. You can locate programs in your area, find activities that are appropriate for different ages and find opportunities to participate or collaborate with others in your community.

Remember: School Zone Speed Limits

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Drivers are reminded that reduced speed limits in elementary and secondary school zones will be in effect starting on Tuesday, September 3, 2013. The maximum speed limit in school zones is 30 kilometres per hour from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, September 1 to June 30. No exceptions are made for statutory holidays or school breaks.
The bright yellow/green school zone signs are accompanied by speed limit signs, and are in locations chosen in consultation with each school.

The penalty for violating the school zone speed limit is a fine that starts at $140 and SGI demerit points.