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Sara Riel acknowledges that we live and work on Treaty One Territory, the homeland of the Anishinaabe, Cree, Dakota, Dene, and Oji-Cree peoples, and the homeland of the Metis Nation. We approach our work with humility and in hopes of contributing to an agenda of reconciliation.
Sara Riel reconnaît que nous vivons et travaillons sur le territoire du Traité no 1, la patrie des Anishinaabe, des Cris, des Dakota, des Dénés et des Oji-Cris, et la patrie de la Nation métisse. Nous abordons notre travail avec humilité et dans l'espoir de contribuer à un programme de réconciliation.
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Sara Riel Wins CHAC Program of Distinction Award
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Each year the Catholic Health Alliance of Canada (CHAC) awards the Program of Distinction Award to recognize a program that is innovative, responds to a demonstrated need in the community, and provides service to people who are vulnerable and marginalized.
On May 12th, Chief Executive Officer, Tara Snider, graciously accepted the Program of Distinction Award, for Sara Riel's Warm Line.
The Warm Line increased to a 24/7 service when the pandemic affected Winnipeggers. With over 40,000 calls since the pandemic began, Sara Riel continues to offer this very important service to the many individuals still requiring support.
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Pictured left to right: Tara Snider, Executive Director of Sara Riel, John Ruetz, President and CEO of CHAC and Julie Turenne-Maynard, Executive Director of the Catholic Health Association of Manitoba. | | |
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Schizophrenia Workshop Testimonials
"This workshop was therapeutic for us." S&G
"Many thanks to both presenters who need to be applauded for starting a much needed dialogue aimed at improving and stabilizing the mental health of those who are LWS." S&G
"The topics on signs of illness, sources of information and stigma were very helpful." KK
"We really enjoyed attending and found the presentation informative, and delivered in such a caring and compassionate manner." CH
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This interactive workshop is for caregivers, families, and friends who have someone in their life with schizophrenia. Topics covered include: symptoms and stigma, common questions caregivers and affected individuals may have, caregiver response to schizophrenia symptoms and additional resources. This is an opportunity for attendees to meet and share personal experiences.
The next workshop will take place on Saturday, July 29th from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, in the basement training room at 66 Moore Avenue. Space is limited. Register by calling Rob Neville at 431.588.3290 or email rneville@sarariel.ca. Registration closes July 21st. Lunch and refreshments will be provided for attendees.
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Happy 25th Anniversary!
Sara Riel would like to thank our Vice President of Operations, Candice Kirton, for all the incredible work she has done with us over the past 25 years!
At this milestone, we are reminded of how dedicated she is to her job, Sara Riel's participants, and our recovery-based services. Candice is a vital part of what makes Sara Riel all that it is today. She embodies compassion and respect. Thank you, Candice!
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Sara Riel was proud to be a finalist at the Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce's 14th Annual Spirit of Winnipeg Awards Gala, held on June 16th at the Club Regent Casino Hotel.
In the Non-Profit and Social Enterprise category Sara Riel was nominated for their outstanding community support throughout the Covid-19 pandemic.
Congratulations to Downtown Community Safety Partnership for their win!
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No Frills Supports Sara Riel | |
Sara Riel was thrilled to partner with all Winnipeg No Frills stores throughout the month of May for Mental Health Awareness Month.
Special thanks to all stores for their inspirational support for mental health. See you next year!
Above: Collecting the most dollars for the month, Dorothy and Chris Prayag proudly present Sara Riel's Director of Development and Marketing Karen Carr with a $2,000 cheque.
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Wellness Walk & Run a Success!
Sara Riel had a tremendous turnout on Saturday, May 13th, for the 2nd Annual Wellness Walk & Run, raising over $12,000. Special thanks to our many sponsors, dignitaries in attendance, Ace Burpee and Virgin Radio for MCing the event and all the supporters who came to walk and run in support of mental health and addiction.
Congratulations to Phil and Maureen Neudorf for raising the most funds for Sara Riel.
We look forward to seeing everyone again next year!
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Sara Riel - a most essential community partner | |
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Sara Riel is pleased to have received over $500,000 in the last quarter, which will keep the organizational very busy over the next year.
Recent grants included:
- Government of Manitoba Journey to Independence Grant
- Reseau Compassion Network Inspirational Grant
- Winnipeg Foundation Organizational Development Grant
- Winnipeg Foundation One Time Community Grant
- Winnipeg Foundation Professional Development Grant
- Winnipeg Foundation Summer Internship
- Kinsmen Club of Winnipeg
- Canada Summer Student Grant
- Urban/Hometown Green Team grant
- Numerous Walmart Grants
- United Way of Winnipeg Organizational Development Grant
Grants allowed us to do many amazing things, such as: double our employment department, create a social media and marketing plan, continue our extended 24/7 Warm Line, have ASIST trainers on staff, start on the creation of a wellness room, have 7 students to assist with our Warm Line and support projects, enhance our volunteer department including 1-2-1 program and have a thorough review of Sara Riel's board governance policies.
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Pride Month Filled with Activities | |
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Winnipeg was filled with Pride activities throughout the month of June and Sara Riel was happy to participate!
Sara Riel's staff took part in the Pride Parade on Sunday, June 4th, as well as had a table at Pride in the Park at the Forks.
On June 13th, 2-Spirit Metis Knowledge Keeper/Elder Charlotte Nolin visited Sara Riel staff for Pride Month and National Indigenous History Month. She shared her 2-Spirit teachings and talked about her lived experience as a 2-spirit person.
Participants and the community took part in a Sara Riel's Pride barbeque held June 28th where everyone enjoyed hotdogs, drinks, cake, snacks, draws and games.
Special thanks to Sara Riel 2SLGBTQ+ Liaisons and our numerous staff for their involvement throughout the month.
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Events for Participants
Sara Riel's online calendar is a great reference for participants. The calendar shows when Sara Riel's workshops will be held such as Anxiety Group Meetings, Service Orientations, Pre-Employment Workshops, Coping & Resiliency Workshop, Living with Schizophrenia and more.
Click here to check it out!
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Busy in the Community
Sara Riel was very involved in the community over the last quarter with numerous presentations and table appearances at various locations in Winnipeg including:
- Elmwood High School Resource Fair
- Happy Days on Henderson
- Headingly Women’s Corrections Resource Fair
- HR Conference at Club Regent Casino
- Lord Selkirk Resource Fair
- Pride in the Park
- Professional Development Workshop
- Southeast Child & Family Services Resource Fair
- Winnipeg Chamber After Business Mixer
- Winnipeg School Division
- Winnipeg School Division Grant Park High School Resource Fair
Sara Riel makes monthly visits to the Millenium Library to discuss our services. The next scheduled visit is August 21st.
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If you are interested in having
Sara Riel attend a resource event, conference, fair or other community event, contact our Community Connections Coordinator Erinn, at community@sarariel.ca or
call 431-388-7105
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A Message from Tara
On July 4, an organizational restructuring took place at Sara Riel. This provided the ability to meet Sara Riel's capacity needs and provide leadership opportunities to the Sara Riel team.
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"We are a different organization than we were a couple of years ago. We have grown tremendously, created a significant number of new programs, established bigger partnerships, and are expanding to Canada wide training. We are at sector tables influencing direction of policy and we are having an impact in the community that was never imagined", noted CEO Tara Snider.
With tremendous dedication by the team to invest their time and energy in building capacity across the organization, Sara Riel is boldly stepping into growing opportunities and is significantly increasing the impact it is making in the community.
Tara Snider
Chief Executive Officer
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