GenNext Saskatoon

Thank you to all our generous donors who gave during the month of March! Stay tuned as we tally up all of your donations for United Way. We are excited to show you just how much you’ve donated! #tampontuesday #locallove #doorstepdonations #gennextyxe #unitedwayyxe

Thanks Broadway Eyecare for your donation to Tampon Tuesday! We are so proud of this campaign! You can still make a cash donation here: https://donorbox.org/gennext-tampon-tuesday #tampontuesday #locallove #doorstepdonations #gennextyxe #unitedwayyxe

Huge thanks to Kari at Emmanuel Baptist Church and The Connection Saskatoon for reaching out to GenNext and supporting Doorstep Donations and Tampon Tuesday! Today is the LAST DAY to sign up for a doorstep donation! Sign up here! https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/united-way-gennext-doorstep-don. We'll connect with you to arrange the best time for a safe pick up!... We are also accepting cash donations until the end of march if you don’t want to leave your house at all! https://donorbox.org/gennext-tampon-tuesday #tampontuesday #locallove #doorstepdonations #gennextyxe #unitedwayyxe

Last day to sign up for Doorstep Donations for Tampon Tuesday is tomorrow!! There are 2 ways to help! Find our how: https://unitedwaysaskatoon.ca/gennext/doorstepdonations/ We love when our furry friends get involved! Thanks Shanda and Neville for this awesome donation! #tampontuesday #locallove #doorstepdonations #gennextyxe #unitedwayyxe

Featuring: Future GenNexter’s doing their part!! Thanks Jill Frith and Wells for helping us out! FYI: This is the last week to sign up for doorstep donations! If you want to get involved, add some tampons to your next grocery store run and sign up for your doorstep pick up at: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/united-way-gennext-doorstep-don. We'll connect with you to arrange the best time for a safe pick up!... Or your don't even have to leave your house, you can donate online: https://donorbox.org/gennext-tampon-tuesday #tampontuesday #locallove #doorstepdonations #gennextyxe #unitedwayyxe

It's the last week to schedule a Doorstep Donation for United Way's Tampon Tuesday initiative! Click for ways you can help people who have a period gain access to menstrual products in Saskatoon. https://unitedwaysaskatoon.ca/gennext/doorstepdonations/

The Emergency Community Support Fund has allowed us to make several investments in our community to support the most vulnerable. Community organizations will r...eceive financial support through the fund which will allow them to continue their invaluable work. Were grateful to the Government of Canada, United Way Centraide Canada, Community Foundations of Canada, and the Canadian Red Cross for this partnership to strengthen the resilience of our communities. Learn more about 4 organizations - Saskatoon Public Library, Gabriel Dumont Institute, Cumberland House, Saskatchewan and Kikinanhk Friendship Centre, that are using these funds to support vulnerable individuals in our community. https://unitedwaysaskatoon.ca/ecsf-recipients/ Funded by the Government of Canada. #LocalLove #ECSFund

Poverty is an #UNIGNORABLE issue that stretches across the country. Melanie had recently separated and given birth to her second child. While looking for housing she found living conditions that would not work for her and her newborn. By asking for help, Melanie was connected with Virginie, a volunteer who helped her by giving her the support she needed. To be part of the change to help raise awareness about poverty, share your local love and share Melanies story with your friends.

Poverty is an #UNIGNORABLE issue that impacts far too many people in our communities. Forced to make choices between food, shelter, water, heat, medications, and much more, for those living in poverty the challenges are endless.

Hi everyone, my name is Alex, and Ive been with GenNext coming on 18 months now. I work at a large processing facility just outside Saskatoon, and during the Covid-19 pandemic, Ive been one of few people that continued to work from the site. I did spend a few days working from home but for the most part its been go-go-go. The people at my site have done a fantastic job responding to the pandemic which has allowed us to keep the lights on. I have managed to keep busy du...ring downtime trying to maintain a bit of sanity. Im an avid cyclist, intermittent jogger, and connoisseur of fine audio books, racking up a few hundred km on the bike, putting my new kicks to use, and crushing out almost half a dozen books over the past few months. My amazing partner is a cribbage shark who has been taking me to school on the cribbage board, so I will likely keep my losing streak up against her as the summer rolls in. Take care, Alex

We had such a great time sharing some Local Love with the amazing people at SWITCH - Student Wellness Initiative Toward Community Health!

Hi! My name is Stephen, and Ive been on the GenNext council for about a year now. I work in the tech industry, and Im extremely grateful that the nature of my work has allowed me to change to working from home pretty seamlessly. While I definitely miss getting out with friends and networking, being stuck at home has given me the opportunity to do some renos. My cats have certainly enjoyed me being home all day too!

Shaw subscribers: If you missed the Saskatoon Virtual Pride Parade on Saturday, heres your chance to catch it remastered and (hopefully) glitch-free this week. For others, watch for the parade on our website soon. #saskatoonpride #saskatoonvirtualpride #shawspotlight

Hi, Im Callum! My career is client focused and involves lots of face-to-face meetings at the office and on the road. Moving to my home office has forced me to adapt how I run my practice and has made me a better communicator. With the extra time at home, my fianc and I have focused our attention on home improvements, specifically updating our bathroom and backyard.

Hi everyone! My name is Jenelle, and I have been a part of GenNext for a year now! I am a Speech-Language Pathologist, and I work at RUH, and the Jim Pattisons Childrens Hospital. I work with children who have feeding and swallowing disorders. I have been lucky to stay busy at the hospital helping babies and children during this crazy time ! Although at times, being on the frontline has been stressful and even felt unfair. It ultimately has been a blessing to be busy and a...ble to see the wonderful people I work with everyday! Ive felt a whirlwind of emotions throughout this pandemic, from fear to heroism, to shame, to burn out, and everything in between! The thing that has helped me stay grounded and happy is just knowing that these are all valid feelings! Ive been listening to lots of podcasts and reading books that have helped me realize this! The biggest thing Ive learned is this: In the midst of all this craziness, lets not be hard on ourselves for feeling the way we do!

Hello United Way of Saskatoon supporters and fans, my name is Fred, and man 2020 has been a wild and crazy ride so far! First and foremost, I hope this message finds you all healthy, happy, and in a good place. Since the new year of 2020 I got a new job working from home, celebrated my sons first birthday, and have been doing more Zoom calls than I care to count. Luckily, my workplace was already implementing a work from home program called Result Oriented Work Environment... or ROWE for short. It has been a blessing, because it allowed me to get a little training on how to work from home along side our young family (we have a 6,4, and 1 year old). This whole COVID19 situation has been hard on everybody. Its easy to feel down and stuck; but, as a family we have tried to adapt by being outdoors as much as possible, limiting screen time, and camping in our basement. Unfortunately, however, some have been hit harder than others. For the most vulnerable, this situation has made a bad situation even worse. For others, they may be facing for the first-time, unemployment, poverty, mental health challenges, and total isolation. As someone who loves to be involved in community, it can be overwhelming. Thats why I am involved with GenNext. Its a place for people to know more about the community, to connect, and to do some good. I just want everyone to remember we are all in this together. Though we cannot all be together at a fun GenNext Event, please stay connected with us and we promise to do the same. Check out our social media, sign up for our newsletter, and check-in on us once-in-a-while.

In my job, I travel a lot all across Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta. Making the transition to working from home was initially quite a shock. While it was nice to be in my own home for a change, I was really missing working face-to-face with my team. As an avid reader, I decided to invest the new-found time in powering through the shelves of books I have, which I often struggled to find the time to read. I am a fan of reading books that have also become movies or shows. S...o, I decided to read the Harry Potter series. Most people in my generation read the books and watched the movies as kids and teens. I had never done either! During such an uncertain time, being swept off to the magical world of Hogwarts has been an entrancing way to fill the hours around the house. Now that the nice weather has arrived, I quite like reading in the yard under the sun with my sunscreen, of course! See more

BRAND NEW EPISODE!!! http://yxeunderground.com/candace-gabriel-summer-snack-pro/ Candace Gabriel is the coordinator of the Summer Snack Program. For 33 years, ...the program has been providing free and nutritious meals to kids across #Saskatoon during the summer months. Candace knows firsthand the importance of the Summer Snack Program. She and her children used the program when they first moved to Saskatoon. Going through some challenging financial times has given Candace a level of empathy that allows her to connect with families in her community on so many levels. She is a community leader and one of the kindest people youll ever meet! Click the link to hear Candaces episode and dont forget to subscribe to YXE Underground on Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast app. You can also stream the episode on Spotify. This is the last episode of Season Two and I know youre going to love it!! Cheers...Eric GenNext Saskatoon United Way of Saskatoon & Area CHEP Good Food Inc. Saskatoon Food Bank & Learning Centre Saskatoon Public Library CTV Morning Live - Saskatoon CTV Saskatoon Saskatchewan Podcast Network

Happy Day of Caring Saskatoon! Yesterday, as a thank you to SWITCH - Student Wellness Initiative Toward Community Health for the amazing work they do in our community we dropped off donuts and coffee for the staff. Thank you SWITCH for all that you do to make our community a better place to live.

Social Isolation is taking its toll on many of us right now, but for many people in Saskatchewan, especially seniors, this isnt a new reality. Call 2-1-1 to connect with mental health supports in your area.

Social isolation is an #UNIGNORABLE issue in all our communities, with 1 in 3 Canadians reporting they do not feel a sense of belonging to their community. Rose was one of those Canadians. As a kid she was diagnosed with depression and anxiety and by the time she was a teenager, most days she just wanted to sleep all day. A United Way-funded mentorship program helped her connect to people in her community and gain the confidence to complete high school and set goals for her future: she wants to be the first Indigenous female Prime Minister of Canada. Share your local love by sharing Roses story with your friends.

Be sure to give this episode a listen! Candaces story is amazing and impactful and shows us the power of local love.

Hi ! My name is Crystal and Ive been with GenNext for about 3 years now! During this pandemic Ive been using my social media to connect with my friends around the globe , and to connect with my family back home, . Ive taken free classes online and supported all my favourite local businesses as much as I can. Ive also taken the time to really be with my family, my three adorable kitties . From extra cuddle time to training them to do tricks, Ive done it all! It was hard to stay motivated , so I had to be creative. I found that recording my cleaning/cooking/working out sessions on hyper-lapse mode and posting the "evidence" online for my friends to see, helps! Ive also recorded lots of funny videos in hopes of spreading laughter among others.

United Way of Saskatoon and Area is deeply committed to our values of diversity, inclusion, and equity welcoming, celebrating, and valuing the contributions o...f all. In order for our city to improve the quality of life for everyone, we need to ensure that community services are designed and delivered with everyone in mind including POC (people of colour). Systemic anti-Black racism means that our Black colleagues, partners, and neighbours do not feel safe. We understand many are feeling deep pain and anger during this time, and we stand together with them. Structural racism is deeply historical and extends to many groups, including the Black community, in our city. Its important that we work together to develop solutions that address the destructive elements of systemic racism. Our community is strongest when everyone has the opportunity to reach their full potential. Here are some community pages to follow, engage with, and learn from on your journey to becoming anti-racist. Black Lives Matter YXE Saskatoon Open Door Society Saskatoon Indian & Metis Friendship Centre Saskatchewan Intercultural Association African-Canadian Resource Network Saskatchewan Inc. - ACRN Saskatchewan African Canadian Heritage Museum - SACHM #blacklivesmatter

Right now, many people are struggling with managing their mental health during the ongoing pandemic. If you are someone who is, know that thats okay. Wherever you are on your mental health journey here are some resources to help you: 211 Saskatchewan: call and text 2-1-1 or search online, to be put in touch with mental health supports in your area. @mentalhealthyxe on Instagram: follow Heidis personal blog and mental health journey.... Canadian Mental Health Association - Saskatoon Branch Inc.: call CMHAs wellness support line at 306-270-3648 to access mental health support, info, and referrals during the pandemic.

After years of struggling with OCD, AJ left home with no money, no education and no place to go. A United Way agency helped him get back on his feet and showed him that people really do care. Mental health is an #UNIGNORABLE issue, but help is out there. Dial 2-1-1 to find social supports and services available in your community. Share this post with your friends to help spread the word. Share to show your Local Love.

Our local community is at its best when we support each other and work to keep everyone safe and cared for. Today, we are calling on you for your compassion, s...trong sense of #LocalLove, and urgent support to help vulnerable individuals affected by COVID-19 in Saskatoon and Area. Donate today to the Saskatoon COVID-19 Community Response Fund in partnership with Saskatoon Community Foundation and in support of Saskatoons COVID-19 Community Response group. Learn more, here: https://unitedwaysaskatoon.ca/covid-19/

YXE Connects needs reusable bags! Please, help us collect some for the hygiene kits given out at the event on May 4th. Contact the United Way at 306-975-7700 or drop any bags off at their offices!

We know where were getting our Valentines Day cards from this year!

Many people right here at home are challenged monthly due to lack of access to, or affordability of, feminine hygiene products. Tampon Tuesday is a registered trademark held by Bell Media. It is an event that brings people together in a community for an evening of socializing, educating and supporting those who are less fortunate or in crisis. Individuals who bring a donation of menstrual hygiene product to the event will receive a free drink ticket courtesy of Hudsons Canad...as Pub. RSVP for your FREE event ticket through the link.

NOW AVAILABLE! Prairie Proud x Saskatchewan Rush collaboration merchandise! As part of this collaboration, both organizations will be donating $3.00 per item s...old to United Way of Saskatoon. You can find these limited edition collaboration products in three locations while supplies last! - Sask Rush Storefront - 3100 Idylwyld Drive N, Saskatoon - Prairie Proud Storefront - 642 Broadway Ave, Saskatoon - Prairie Proud website - www.prairieproud.ca

CLOSED CONTEST. To celebrate our collaboration w/ Prairie Proud launching this Sat, Nov 16th, we are excited to offer the following giveaway! The Prize - 2 F...REE Tickets to the home opener on Sat, Dec 14th - 2 FREE Collaboration products of your choice How To Enter - TAG two friends in a comment below - LIKE Saskatchewan Rush, United Way of Saskatoon & Area & Prairie Proud Draw Date A winner will be selected Saturday. Good luck!

Our Mix & Mingle event with SYPE Saskatoon last week had an amazing turnout! Thanks to everyone for joining us and learning more about mental health and wellness. Huge thank you to our panelists from Canadian Mental Health Association - Saskatoon Branch Inc., Family Service Saskatoon, and Affinity CU and to Virtus Group LLP for sponsoring the event. See you at the next event!

Check out Kara Leftley, from the GenNext committee and Anna Burton, the president of SYPE Saskatoon, on CTV Saskatoon news today talking about tonights Mix & Mingle event! Clip starts at 8:00. https://saskatoon.ctvnews.ca/video

SYPE is proud to partner with @gennextyxe to present a Mix & Mingle networking event featuring a panel on Mental Health & Wellness for Young Professionals spons...ored by Virtus Group LLP. Come connect, engage and get inspired! Panelists from Canadian Mental Health Association - Saskatoon Branch Inc., Family Service Saskatoon and Affinity CU will share the importance of mental health supports for young professionals and how to access these supports right here in Saskatoon. $5 admission includes finger food, with cash bar available on site. Please note, as alcohol will be available for sale this is a 19+ event only. Minors may attend if accompanied by a legal guardian or spouse of legal age. All proceeds will be donated to United Way of Saskatoon & Area.

Meet our fantastic line-up of panelists! Myrna Kanigan has worked as a Registered Social Worker since 2006 and has been employed at Family Service Saskatoon sin...ce 2010. She has the privilege of supporting individuals, couples and families with often challenging and unique life circumstances through counselling sessions, group work and community presentations and workshops. Myrna is a strong advocate for positive mental health and healthy relationships free from all forms of violence. She believes in the power of human connection and feels honoured every day to work with people to draw on their strengths to live healthy and fulfilling lives. Both in her office and out in the community, Myrna loves that her job allows her to meet so many diverse and amazing people in our community.

Meet our fantastic line-up of panelists! Jacine Casey is a wife and mother of two great kids, age 13 and 11. She has worked at Affinity CU for about 12 years, 1...0 of those in the Human Resources department. Working in the Recruitment and Advisory area for about 4 years now, Jacine has also worked with Affinitys Mental Health campaign for many years. Jacine obtained education through the U of S, Sask Polytech and Athabasca University earning her Bachelors degree from Athabasca. She recently passed the Chartered Professional of HR exam towards earning the CPHR designation. Affinity Credit Union has used a few different platforms to try and promote the conversations and reduce stigma. Their mental wellness program has evolved into a program that allows their staff to be comfortable openly share their struggles with mental health.

Meet our fantastic line-up of panelists! Reanna Boschee joined the Canadian Mental Health Association - Saskatoon Branch Inc. as a Labour Consultant and Public ...Educator in August 2019. She obtained her Bachelor of Arts and Science in Sociology and Psychology from the University of Lethbridge in April 2015. The following year, she moved to Saskatoon to pursue a career. Following two years with the Parole Board of Canada, she began her current position with CMHA. When Reanna is not collaborating with co-workers and other community organizations, she can be found helping out on the family farm, spending time with family and friends, crafting or spending time outdoors.

Mental Health affects us all. Join us on October 17th at Wallstreet Common for our Mix & Mingle event featuring a panel on Mental Health & Wellness for Young Professionals sponsored by Virtus Group LLP. Come connect, engage and get inspired! #WorldMentalHealthDay

GenNext is proud to partner with SYPE Saskatoon to present a Mix & Mingle networking event featuring a panel on Mental Health & Wellness for Young Professionals sponsored by Virtus Group LLP. Come connect, engage and get inspired! Panelists from Canadian Mental Health Association - Saskatoon Branch Inc., Family Service Saskatoon and Affinity CU will share the importance of mental health supports for young professionals and how to access these supports right here in Saskatoon.... $5 admission includes finger food, with cash bar available on site. Please note, as alcohol will be available for sale this is a 19+ event only. minors may attend if accompanied by a legal guardian or spouse of legal age. All proceeds will be donated to United Way of Saskatoon & Area. Buy Tickets: http://saskatoon.sype.ca/event-3534841

Thank so you much to everyone for coming out to our Mix and Mingle event at Hudsons Canadas Pub last night! With your help, we packed 100 backpacks for United Way of Saskatoon & Areas Summer Success literacy camps.

Its almost time to Mix & Mingle the night away! Join us on July 11th at Hudsons Canadas Pub to meet and greet other people who are doing amazing work right here in Saskatoon. Your ticket gets you a book to personalize for each backpack you pack as well as a free drink ticket and appetizers. Get your ticket before they sell out : https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/gennext-presents-mix-mingle-an-