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December 6, 2022
National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women 2022
On December 6, the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission observes the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. The day was established by the Parliament of Canada to mark the 1989 mass shooting at l’École Polytechnique de Montréal that took the lives of 14 young women. Every year on this date, we wear […]
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December 2, 2022
International Day for Persons with Disabilities 2022
In 1992, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed December 3 as the International Day for Persons with Disabilities. Every year since then, people have observed this date with respect and recognition. The goal of the annual observance is to promote widespread understanding of disability issues while garnering support for the rights, dignity, and well-being of […]
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May 20, 2022
City of Regina Makes Improvements to Paratransit Service
On May 16, 2022, the City of Regina announced plans for significant improvements to Paratransit, a shared public transportation service that supports residents with disabilities. This includes offering increased, convenient, and reliable access to recreation destinations including parks, concerts, bowling alleys, movies, swimming pools. Two new buses, and increased service hours, will add capacity. This […]
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May 19, 2022
Vyshyvanka Day 2022
By Nicole Matsalla When I arrived at the office this morning, I was greeted with the usual daily pleasantries as well as numerous opportunities to talk about my blouse, its meaning, and its importance to Ukrainian heritage. Today I am proud to wear a vyshyvanka. The vyshyvanka (a Ukrainian embroidered blouse or shirt) has been […]
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May 12, 2022
Sask. Legislature first in Canada to get Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Certification
The Saskatchewan Legislature has received Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Certification (RHFAC) – making it the first legislative building in Canada to be designated as such. On May 10, 2022, a plaque was unveiled at the legislature commemorating the designation. The plaque, which is to be installed in the hallway of the Prince of Wales entrance, […]
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