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Today, the Organization of Saskatchewan Arts Councils (OSAC) provides citizens outside Saskatchewan’s major urban centres unparalleled access to the arts. Learn more about the visionaries who used culture to develop a sense of community spirit across the province in the book HOW IT ALL BEGAN: The Story of the Organization of Saskatchewan Arts Councils 1968-1987. Author Lynn Gidluck explores the organization’s Estevan roots through extensive research and interviews with key ...influencers. The book retails for $20 and is available at www.benchmarkpress.ca/bookstore.

Today, the Organization of Saskatchewan Arts Councils (OSAC) provides citizens outside Saskatchewans major urban centres unparalleled access to the arts. Learn more about the visionaries who used culture to develop a sense of community spirit across the province in the book HOW IT ALL BEGAN: The Story of the Organization of Saskatchewan Arts Councils 1968-1987. Author Lynn Gidluck explores the organizations Estevan roots through extensive research and interviews with key ...influencers. The book retails for $20 and is available at www.benchmarkpress.ca/bookstore.

Douglas Stewart, author of The Regina Indian Industrial School, is presenting at a reception hosted by the University of Regina Library to celebrate the institution's authors: Thursday, Nov. 15, 7-8 p.m., Dr. John Archer Library. The event is part of the U of R Library Author Program, which is designed to celebrate and honour the contributions to authorship made by U of R faculty, staff, students, alumni and retirees. It recognizes the publication of new works such as books, edited proceedings, sound recordings, musical scores and film or video recordings.

Fire up your e-readers - The More Things Change: A Case Study to Introduce Information Technology Ethics is now available as an e-book! Visit http://www.benchmarkpress.ca/bookstore/ to get your copy

On Oct. 1, Donna Lindskog appeared on CJTR's Toast and Coffee with Jeanne Alexander to discuss her new book: The More Things Change: A Case Study to Introduce Information Technology Ethics. The interview goes from the 25:30 -39:20 mark. Once you've listened to this great interview and are hooked, head over to our online bookstore - http://www.benchmarkpress.ca/bookstore/ - to get your copy.

We’re pleased to announce that Regina author Douglas Stewart has been recognized with an award for his book: The Regina Indian Industrial School (1891-1910): Historical Overview and Chronological Narrative published by Benchmark Press. Stewart received the Academic Book Prize from the Presbyterian Church in Canada’s (PCC) Committee on History at this year's General Assembly of the PCC at Wilfred Laurier University in Waterloo, Ont. In his book, Stewart draws on a wide expan...se of archival material to present a history of a relatively large but little-known residential school that operated just outside Regina at the end of the 19th and into the early 20th Century. The book is separated into two parts. The first locates the Regina Indian Industrial School within the wider context of residential schooling in Canada. The second part depicts the manner in which this institution was operated. The Regina Indian Industrial School (1891-1910): Historical Overview and Chronological Narrative retails for $20.00 and is available through www.benchmarkpress.ca and select retailers.

Were pleased to announce that Regina author Douglas Stewart has been recognized with an award for his book: The Regina Indian Industrial School (1891-1910): Historical Overview and Chronological Narrative published by Benchmark Press. Stewart received the Academic Book Prize from the Presbyterian Church in Canadas (PCC) Committee on History at this year's General Assembly of the PCC at Wilfred Laurier University in Waterloo, Ont. In his book, Stewart draws on a wide expan...se of archival material to present a history of a relatively large but little-known residential school that operated just outside Regina at the end of the 19th and into the early 20th Century. The book is separated into two parts. The first locates the Regina Indian Industrial School within the wider context of residential schooling in Canada. The second part depicts the manner in which this institution was operated. The Regina Indian Industrial School (1891-1910): Historical Overview and Chronological Narrative retails for $20.00 and is available through www.benchmarkpress.ca and select retailers.

"Tinged with humour, Boan’s autobiography is the story of a man carving his niche at the University of Regina and etching his mark on the soul of Saskatchewan." Keith Foster reviews Spaces to Fill: And A Century To Do It for SaskBooks.

"Tinged with humour, Boans autobiography is the story of a man carving his niche at the University of Regina and etching his mark on the soul of Saskatchewan." Keith Foster reviews Spaces to Fill: And A Century To Do It for SaskBooks.

Recently, there was a large gathering to celebrate the 100th birthday of Jack Boan, author of Spaces to Fill - And a Century To Do It. Check out this story on the event from CBC.

"It was quickly evident that Boan has made his mark ... on Saskatchewan and its people." The Leader-Post recently wrote an article on Spaces to Fill: And a Century To Do It.

"In this in-depth study, Stewart sheds much-needed light on an issue of great current interest and importance" - Keith Foster reviews The Regina Indian Industrial School (1891-1910): Historical Overview and Chronological Narrative for SaskBooks

Nearly 100 people showed up at Campion College in Regina yesterday for the launch of Jack Boan's book Spaces to Fill: And a Century To Do It, including Vianne Timmons and John Meehan. Along with promoting the book, it was an opportunity to celebrate Jack's remarkable life, which has spanned 100 years. We were happy to help bring his memoirs to life.

Don't miss the launch of Jack Boan's book Spaces to Fill - And a Century To Do It on Thursday, 2:30 p.m., at Campion College in Regina. The event features special guests including John Meehan and Vianne Timmons.

Spaces to Fill - And a Century To Do It is available online at http://www.benchmarkpress.ca/bookstore and through select retailers: SaskBooks (324-1831 College Avenue, Regina) University of Regina Bookstore (3737 Wascana Pkwy)... Coles, Regina (489 Albert Street North)

A true son of Saskatchewan, proud Canadian, firm believer in internationalism, educator, economist, champion of the poor, advocate for refugees - Jack Boan has been all these things and more over the past 100 years. In Spaces to Fill - And a Century To Do It he tells his life story. "Jack Boan's untiring commitment to education, public service and international co-operation has helped define the University of Regina for more than fifty years." - Vianne Timmons, President, University of Regina. ORDER AT http://www.benchmarkpress.ca/bookstore/

Dive into a dark period of Regina and Canada's history by picking up a copy of The Regina Indian Industrial School (1891-1910) at http://www.benchmarkpress.ca/bookstore. To learn more about the book, check out some recent press coverage: 980 CJME - http://www.cjme.com//sask-author-pens-book-on-regina-indi/... MBC - https://www.mbcradio.com//18153-the-good-the-bad-and-the-u

Don't miss the book launch for The Regina Indian Industrial School (1891-1910): Historical Overview and Chronological Narrative on Wednesday, 7-9 p.m., at the University of Regina's Education Auditorium (Room 106.1).

Take a listen to Douglas Stewart's interview with John Gormley over the lunch hour: https://soundcloud.com//gormley-author-douglas-stewart-on-

Tune in to John Gormley Live (650 CKOM/980 CJME) at Noon today to hear Douglas Stewart discuss his book The Regina Indian Industrial School (1891-1910): Historical Overview and Chronological Narrative.

The Regina Indian Industrial School (1891-1910): Historical Overview and Chronological Narrative is now available at the University of Regina Bookstore (3737 Wascana Pkwy).

BOOK LAUNCH: The Regina Indian Industrial School (1891-1910): Historical Overview and Chronological Narrative When: Oct. 25, 7-9 p.m. Where: University of Regina Education Auditorium, Room 106.1... The University of Regina Research Office is hosting Indigenous Research Day and is putting on an event that includes the book launch and a film screening. Don't miss it!

You can now purchase The Regina Indian Industrial School at Coles in Regina (489 Albert St N). Head on down and pick up a great read from a #SK author!

Just imagine 100 students out of 500 dying... if that death rate had occurred in a provincial or public school at the time, there would have been a hue and cry. - Douglas Stewart in an interview with the Regina Leader-Post

NEW RELEASE: The Regina Indian Industrial School (1891-1910): Historical Overview and Chronological Narrative by Douglas Stewart Stewart draws on a wide expanse of archival material to present a history of a relatively large but little-known residential school that operated just outside Regina at the end of the 19th and into the early 20th Century. This book is truly an eye opener into Reginas historical connection to residential schools"... To order, visit http://www.benchmarkpress.ca/bookstore/

We were saddened to learn of the passing of Garrett Wilson on Tuesday at the age of 85. Wilson had a strong passion for Saskatchewan and we were honoured to work with him on several book projects, including most recently Outlier: Life, Law and Politics in the West. We express our condolences to Garrett's family and friends.

Stay cool this summer with a hot #Sask read from Benchmark Press. Check out There's What in my What??? Our Toxic Relationship with Personal Care Products by Cherry Staszczak. With a light-hearted tone, she faces the overwhelming and controversial topic of toxic chemicals in the highly unregulated personal care products industry. Garnering snippets of key information from credible sources, she compiles facts and figures into a manageable form that is easy to read, easy to use and easy to apply to everyday life. Follow this link to order: http://benchmarkpr.ca/press/bookstore.html#cherry

Honour your past and celebrate your future! Is your organization marking a milestone anniversary? Your history is a priceless asset and an invaluable resource. With over 20 years of professional writing experience, Benchmark Press knows how to bring your history to life. Whether in a book, booklet or timeline, our historians, writers and professional designers can manage the project from beginning to end. This includes organizing, interviewing, gathering memorabilia, researc...h, writing, and editing. Once you are satisfied with the manuscript we can scan and place photos, design the book and cover, and arrange for printing. Contact us at [email protected] or (306) 352-2304 to discuss your book idea.

On the patio, at the beach or in the car during a road trip, enjoy your summer by cracking open this great read from one of our Saskatchewan authors. In Outlier: Life, Law and Politics in the West, distinguished lawyer turned award-winning historian Garrett Wilson recounts growing up during the drought of the 1930s while sharing firsthand accounts of political and legal life. Follow this link to order: http://benchmarkpr.ca/press/bookstore#garrettbio