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Highlights and Events November 1996
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Wellness Windfall
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In health care, there are many services but the focus remains the same - to restore the patient to good health. There are also many ways of administering health care, but the focus is always to provide the best health care services with the funds available. In this respect, the Prince Albert Health District (PAHD) is one of the more successful districts in the Province.
Financially, things are looking good. PAHD has maintained a balanced budget. As well, the District will be receiving additional funding of 1.282 million dollars from Saskatchewan Health for this fiscal year. This additional funding came at the right moment. As the primary focus of the PAHD 96/97 budget is on patient care services, areas such as capital equipment were left feeling the pinch. Due to the uncertainty of future funding levels, most of the additional $1,282,000 was allocated to areas requiring "one time" funding in the current fiscal year. The breakdown is:Addictions $24,500, Mental Health $60,000, Public Health $45,000, Patient Care Services $391,540, Pharmacy Security $40,000, Equipment $708,000, Corporate and Integrated Services $12,000.
Sask Health also provided $130,000 this year for a PAHD and Co-Operative Health Centre joint project on Family Violence. These funds were originally earmarked to pay the salary of the Community Clinic Orthopaedic Surgeon but Sask Health regulations allow them to be used for a shared community project. As PAHD and the Co-Operative Health Centre believe that an aggressive community approach is needed to overcome family violence, they are pleased to now have funds for this project.
Our district, Regina and Saskatoon, experienced a slow but steady growth over the past ten years, while most of the other districts struggled to cope with declining population and funding. PAHD out of province service flows were well under the provincial average and lower than Regina and Saskatoon. Our district's population is considerably younger than in other areas and this has created several top priority issues such as the high rate of teen pregnancy and problems of low birthweight babies. The PAHD will continue to initiate community programs and develop partnerships to address these areas of concern.
What progress has or will be made in this fiscal year? A Spirituality Statement was adopted and a paid pastoral care position was implemented. A Health Promotion Unit was created and will draw on resources from Public and Mental Health. Rural residents will benefit with the expansion of the Maternal Discharge Program and a needs assessment. Staff increases are planned for Pineview Terrace Lodge and Jubilee Lodge as well as enhanced nursing staff for ICU and Surgery in acute care facilities.
Many programs and services are still needed and PAHD is diligently working to increase programs and services without creating a financial drain on district residents. To date, the PAHD has managed its resources successfully by working closely with many organizations and agencies to develop health strategies and health care services tailored to the needs and resources of the community.
Service Clubs and Associations:
Kiwanis Club - 18th Annual Kyla Art Show
The P.A. Kiwanis Club presents the 18th Annual Kyla Art Show and Sale -November 25th at the Marlboro Inn. An evening to enjoy art, fine wine and cheese, plus a chance to socialize while supporting the many activities of the PA Chapter of the Kiwanis Club. Founded in 1922, the local Kiwanis Club is one of the oldest service clubs in the City. Annual fund raising events such the Kyla Art Show and the MacIntosh Apple Drive provide money for the Club to channel into community projects such as Mitchell Place, Ingoldsby Home, Miller Hill Kiwanis Park, Music Festival Awards, High School Scolastical Awards and other worthy causes. The Kiwanis Club is committed to maintaining high social and professional standards and to building a strong community through public service. Every Tuesday at noon a luncheon meeting is held at the Marlboro Inn. Prospective members are welcome. For info/tickets contact Harold Corbett 763-2643.
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October 30-November 2: Selfhelp Craft Sale at Grace Mennonite Church (250-28 St. W.). Edith Richert 764-2051/764-4495.
Until April '97: High Noon Optimist Walkers Club invites everyone for a walk at the Optimist Centre (1150-3rd Ave. W.). 7:30am to 2:00pm Mon-Fri. For info Bill Martodam 763-6364.
Until end of November: Cree Lessons at the IMFC. For information on classes contact Rose Henry 764-3431.
Marion Aquatics Programs:
- until November 13 Deep Water Aquacise
- November. 13-December 11 Therapeutic Aquacise
- November. 13-December 11 Therapeutic Aquacise
- November 12-28 Day-Time Parent/Tot.
For registrations/info contact the office at 764-2556.
November: Margo Fournier Fall Programs. Noon Hour Tight and Tone, Eve Aerobics, Noon Hour Basketball, Drop in Volleyball, Seniors Walking Program, Coed Volleyball League. Children's Programs: Rhythm Raccoons. For info contact the Margo Fournier office 953-4816.
November 1: Victoria Hospital Foundation 10th Annual Art Auction and Banquet at the Marlboro Inn. Viewing and cocktails 6:30pm, dinner 7pm, auction at 8pm. For information contact Stan Danbrook 953-0227 or 764-1254.
November 1: 15e Anniversaire de l'ecole Valois. Potluck supper 6pm, Dance 7pm. For info/program call 763-0337.
November 1-3: Sask. Federation of Square and Round Dancers Weekend and Annual Meeting. Margo Fournier Centre. Fri night welcome dance, Sat workshops and dance, Sun worship service and dance. For info call Freda Paul 922-8083.
November 1-3: Red Cross Combined First Aid and CPR level A, B and C at Red Cross Bldg.
November 2: Annual IODE Coats for Kids. Gateway Mall- in the old D'Allairds store. Free winter clothing for children under 12. Info/donations call Marg Christakos 763-5728.
November 2: 9 Ball Pool Tournament at Marquis Billiards. Proceeds to United Way. For info call UW office 763-3686.
November 2: Old Time Dance - dry dance at Indian Metis Friendship Centre (1409-1 Ave. E.) Starts at 9pm. Live music by the Black Rain. Dinner provided. For info call Rose Henry 764-3431.
November 2-3: 3rd Annual Home Based Business Trade Show and Sale. Exhibition Centre. Hours: Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 10:30am-4pm. Info/booths Myrna Baird 764-2327.
November 4: Veteran Appreciation Supper at the IMFC Gymnasium, open to all veterans. 6pm. Info Rose Henry 764-3431.
November 4: Holy Family Hospital Patronesses Annual Christmas Tea and Bazaar in the hospital Auditorium 2-4pm. Tea and dainties, crafts and baking will be on sale. Info Shannon Meyers 922-2605.
November 5 and 19: P.A. Writers Meetings at the Library 7:00pm. For info contact James 764-3114 or Joan 764-5684.
November 6: Health Board Open Public Meeting at the Victoria Hospital Upper Auditorium (1200-24 St. W.) at 7pm. For more info contact the PADHB office 953-0500.
November 9-10: 15th Annual Rotary Craft Sale and Hobby Show at the Exhibition Centre. Saturday 10am-6pm, Sunday 12pm-5pm. Booths available. For more info contact Kathie Bird 922-2522.
November 12-17: Swimming Bronze Cross Course at the Frank Dunn Pool. For more information call 953-4829.
November 13: Northern Image Photographers Club Presentation. Photography From Hobby to Business by Grant Gillingham. Assignment: Ad Shots. For info call Geoff Payton 922-3394.
November 13: Chamber of Commerce Luncheon Meeting at Coronet Motor Inn at Noon. Guest speaker: Gary Simons (Senior Vice President Sasktel). For more info call Jerry Paskaruk 764-6222.
November 13: Annual Prince Albert Exhibition Association Dinner and AGM. For info /tickets call office 764-1711.
November 15-17: Sunlife Provincial Figure Skating Championship. Comuniplex. Free entrance to all day events. For info Pat Regel 764-3678.
November 16: Metis Rendezvous Day at the IMFC Gymnasium (1409-1 Ave. E.). The event is open to all and starts at 5pm. You will discover Metis Culture and entertainment.
- Square Dancing
- Jigging
- Metis Veteran Color Party
- Contests, Fiddle Playing
- and more...
Door prizes, stew and bannock will be served. For more info call Rose Henry 764-3431.
November 16: P. A. Council for the Arts presents the annual Evergreen Christmas Craft Sale at the Exhibition Centre. Food, crafts and children's corner. 10am-8pm. For info call the Arts Centre 953-4811.
November 16: Shout for Joy in Concert. Contemporary Christian Gospel group with a black gospel feel. P.A. Alliance Church, 7pm. For info Ron Baker 763-3771.
November 16: IMFC Cribbage Tournament. Registration at 10:30am, tournament starts at noon. Info Rose 764-3431.
November 21: IMFC Elders Tea Party, an afternoon of fun and entertainment 2-4pm. Open to all 50 yr olds and over. For more info call Rose Henry 764-3431.
November 21-22: Jubilation Program Conference Counselling the Sexually Abused. Marlboro Inn. For info call 764-9200.
November 23: Queen Mary Community School Christmas Craft and Bake Sale. 10am-4pm. For info call Anne 764-5099 or Karen 922-7816.
November 27: P.A. Horticultural Society AGM. Carlton Park Community Hall at 7:30pm. Marcel 763-3736 after 6pm.
November 29 to December 1, December 4 to 7: Odyssey Productions presents dinner theatre at Ed's InnFaith County (comedy) - December 1 show only. For info 922-0655 or 764-5353.
November 30: Tree of Light, P.A Alliance Church Xmas presentation 2777-6 Ave.W. For info call Ron Baker 763-3771.
Amy's On Second - 2990-2nd Avenue West
November: local group show.
P.A. Arts Centre Foyer - 1010 Central Avenue
October 4-29: Psalm 119 by Nancy Hazelgrove.
Little Gallery - 1010 Central Ave. Tel. 763-7080
Until November 10: Virtual Homes by Doug Buis.
November 15-Jan 4: Light of Four Seasons, by Libby Weir.
Warehouse Gallery - 301-13th Street East
Mon-Fri: noon-9:00pm, Saturday: 10:00am-3:00pm
November 2 - December 21: Saskatoon Artist Jim McKay, mixed media exhibition.
Comuniplex 690-32 St. E.
P.A. Raiders Home Games "November"
November 1: vs Regina Pats
November 12: vs Swift Current Broncos
November 19: vs Lethbridge Hurricanes
November 23: vs Saskatoon Blades
November 24: vs Swift Current Broncos
George Tsougrianis - Program Director, Shaw Cable Ten 922-5622, fax 922-7122.
This month don't miss:
"Eye on Prince Albert". Join host Shirley Barg for the new season of this program. Local guests, celebrities, musicians, groups and organizations. Sun 6:30pm, Tues 8:00pm and Thurs 10:00pm.
"Project Discovery". Saskatchewan's only television series featuring the best singers and songwriters in our province. Tues 7:30pm, Thurs 7:30pm and Sun 9:00pm.
See you on Channel Ten!
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