About Us
Summer Youth Activities
The warm summer months provide youth with exciting opportunities to explore new activities and make new friends.
Art Therapy Program
Activities designed by licensed art therapists to help immigrant children and youth process feelings related to past difficult experiences.
Campus Companion
A mentorship program for newcomer students in Grades 11 and 12 as they begin to navigate the transition from high school to post-secondary education and beyond.
Digital Storytelling
Participants learn how to create digital media productions through scripting, filming, and editing while expressing their thoughts and feelings through digital filmmaking.
Indigenous Education and Activities for Youth
Builds understanding and genuine connections with Indigenous cultures and communities through participation in relevant community events and activities.
Peer Leader Training
A series of workshops and training sessions for selected youth in schools, empowering and equipping them with the tools to support their newcomer peers in various ways.
Refugee Youth Language Program
A program designed to support English language improvement among refugee youth throughout the school year.
School Buddy Program
Newcomer children in elementary schools are paired with Canadian children to form new friendships and support a smooth transition through school-based activities.
SSWIS Summer Camps
New immigrant and refugee children ages 6–10 participate in educational and recreational activities during summer breaks.
Summer Activities for Youth
Youth ages 10–18 can participate in a wide range of recreational and educational summer activities, including basketball, soccer, swimming, and more.
The Crew of Young Thinkers
Inspired by Philosophy for Children and offered in partnership with the University of Saskatchewan’s Department of Philosophy, this program helps children from diverse communities build reasoning and critical-thinking skills in multicultural settings.
Youth Creative Connections
Provides opportunities for youth to participate in community art projects that allow them to express themselves while celebrating their connections with the broader local community.
Youth Employment Connections
Supports young people in developing soft skills, building confidence, and connecting with local employers.
Youth Empowerment Workshops
Various workshops and educational activities (i.e.: woodworking, writing, Theater and performance, public speaking) designed to help participants develop practical and artistic skills, build confidence, and establish long-lasting social connections.
Youth for Excellence Projects
Provides opportunities for youth to participate in educational activities and research through projects such as Chemical Safety for Newcomer Youth. The example program supports youth ages 14–29 in learning about chemical safety, developing leadership skills, and obtaining safety certificates.
Youth Hosting Youth Program
A high school program that connects and pairs Canadian and Newcomer youth to share experiences and celebrate their cultures during lunch hours at selected high schools in Saskatoon.
Youth Leadership Initiative
Providing youth with opportunities for community engagement, empowering them to address issues relevant to their lives and interests.
Youth Sports Training and Activities
Provides sports and athletic activities for youth of all ages, including swimming, soccer, long-distance running, and many others.
Youth Study Group
An after-school drop-in academic tutoring program for newcomer youth, designed to improve youth academic performance and coursework with the support of university volunteers.
Youth Summit, Activities, and Field Trips
Provides opportunities for youth to participate in and organize youth-focused events, including the SODS Annual Youth Summit, field trips, and other community activities.