Next up from Chick Flicks Part Deux is the screening of 2005’s Pride and Prejudice. This is a film where romance simmers just beneath the surface, and every stolen glance feels like a confession.
Mr. Darcy is more than a brooding gentleman; he’s the embodiment of slow-burning desire, aching restraint, and the kind of love that ruins you a little (in the best way).
Join us in celebration of P&P’s 20th anniversary, and for an evening of longing, wit, and swoon-worthy tension! You can get tickets online or in person at The Broadway Theatre. See you on November 18th at 7:00 pm. Supporting Chick Flicks also support your local sexual health centre, Saskatoon Sexual Health!
“Saskatoon Sexual Health is inviting us to go balls to the wall in support of our health! We’re talking lawn bowling balls, of course! Executive director Candice Klein joins host Shauna Powers to talk about the event but also what they’re seeing on the front lines at their clinic.”
“A 2024 Public Health Canada report show our province still had the worst rate of HIV infections in Canada in 2023. We also have some of the country’s highest rates of hepatitis C and syphilis. In 2023, third party sexual health educators were banned from our province’s schools. So — what is the status of sexual health care in the province? We check in with Saskatoon Sexual Health and Planned Parenthood Regina. We also learn about about a website the Saskatchewan Health Authority has populated with all kinds of resources.”
Balls to the Wall is back, and this time, we’re taking it to the lawn! September 5th at Mayfair Lawn Bowling, we are having a lawn bowling fundraiser! Teams and individuals are welcome!
Join us for a laid-back evening of lawn bowling in support of Saskatoon Sexual Health. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a total newbie, we’ve got you covered! Coaches will be on-site to walk you through the basics, and all equipment is provided.
Fuel up with tasty BBQ snacks and beverages available for purchase, including beer, wine, pop, burgers, hot dogs, and everyone’s favourite: tacos in a bag. Be sure to bring cash!
Register as a team of 3 to 5 people for $100 or sign up solo for $25 – we’ll match you up! As a bonus, your registration fee is tax-deductible! Visit the link in our bio for details and registration.
We’re kicking off a new fundraising campaign to help us continue delivering gold-standard sexual and reproductive healthcare, and we need your support! In Saskatchewan, the rates of sexually transmitted infections are high, and Pap tests (cervical cancer screenings) are low. Help us make sexual and reproductive health more accessible by donating to our General Operations Fundraiser!
While we’re grateful to receive core funding, it doesn’t fully cover the total cost of operations. This year, we’re fundraising an additional $45,000 to help bridge the gap, specifically to cover the rising cost of cervical cancer screenings, STBBI testing, and treatment supplies.
Here’s what your support helped us accomplish last year:
773 pregnancy options counselling sessions, 240 abortions, and 250 referrals
We have also provided hundreds of emergency contraceptive pills and over 100,000 free condoms to our community members!
Our fundraising drive this year will help us increase our numbers! Every donation helps us continue to offer inclusive, compassionate, and essential care to thousands of people in our community. Help us reach our $45,000 goal: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/sexual-health-centre-saskatoon/.
Saskatoon truly shines during Pride Month! It’s a time to celebrate with loved ones and to honour those who paved the way for these moments of joy. I want to take a moment to highlight the work of someone who was important to the preservation of queer history, not just in this city and province, but across Canada too – Neil Richards.
Neil was born in Ontario and came to Saskatoon in 1971 for a position at the University of Saskatchewan Library. He was active in gay rights, liberation, and organizations since his arrival in the city. Neil was a very quiet, and private person, but combing through his archives at the University of Saskatchewan, the evidence is clear that he was an integral part of gay activism throughout the 1970s, 80s, 90s, and 2000s.
He actively participated in demonstrations, marches, public events, celebrations, and political organizing across the city and province. Importantly, he collected and preserved thousands of pieces of ephemera, including newspaper articles, magazines, letters, photographs, and much more, now housed in the Richards Collection at the University of Saskatchewan’s University Archives and Special Collections. Arguably one of the largest collections of its kind in Canada, it offers a rich and detailed record of 2SLGBTQAI+ life in the country, capturing everything from everyday minutiae to house parties, entertainment, conferences, protests against Anita Bryant’s anti-gay tour, and other major events spanning from the 1800s to the early 2000s.
Even in retirement, Neil remained dedicated to collecting and preserving 2SLGBTQAI+ history. I had the honour of meeting him in 2017 when I arrived at the University to conduct research in his archive. Over the course of several weeks of thoughtful conversations, we began planning a series of public history events, with the ultimate goal of recording oral histories from older community members and Elders. Sadly, Neil passed away in early 2018, leaving a massive hole in our community. He also left behind an extraordinary legacy of care, activism, and historical stewardship. His contributions continue to shape our understanding of queer life in the Prairies and serve as a foundation for future generations to learn from, build upon, and honour.
(Image Source: Neil Richards, University of Saskatchewan, 1975. University Archives and Special Collections Photo S-B13399)
Saskatoon Sexual Health is launching new resources about syphilis and congenital syphilis. If you are a healthcare provider, community-based organization or someone interested in sexual health, these resources will help you develop awareness and understanding about syphilis and it’s resurgence.
For 6 months, Saskatoon Sexual Health engaged in work to increase our understanding of syphilis and capacity for treatment, education and prevention. We also hosted various events and learning opportunities so that our community could learn more about syphilis and its impact on public health. Now, we are launching a syphilis platform on our website for those resources so that the awareness and education we developed can continue.
Syphilis and congenital syphilis (CS) are on the rise! The rate of syphilis across Canada increased by 77% between 2018 and 2023. This resurgence has impacted Saskatchewan in particular. In fact, between that same period (2018-2023), Saskatchewan’s rate of syphilis increased by 1,213%. The province’s rate of syphilis (per 100,000 people) is 5 times the national average. While these statistics are alarming, syphilis is nothing to fear; it is a curable STBBI.
Would you like to learn more about syphilis or inform your clients/patients about STBBI? Check out www.saskatoonsexualhealth.ca/syphilis/ for our new educational materials and local resources.
Our Executive Director, Candice Klein, was in the Star Phoenix recently discussing sexual health and the struggles and strengths of Saskatoon Sexual Health. The article is part of a series on national identity and progress called How Canada Wins. Sexual health services and education are integral to creating healthier, safer and more compassionate communities. SSH is proud to be part of a tradition of community building and healthcare for people in Saskatoon and Saskatchewan. You can read all about it here.
We’re looking for dedicated, organized, and self-motivated individuals who are committed to supporting the pro-choice, sex-positive mandate of our organization. The Board of Directors is responsible for oversight and stewardship, ensuring that the organization fulfills its mission. We are currently recruiting several board members.
Our mission: We provide sexual and reproductive health services in Saskatoon and area with an emphasis on safe, inclusive, empowering clinical care and education. We advocate for change within our own organization and the larger community, working with diverse communities to promote healthy and informed sexualities.
Our vision: A society where sexual and reproductive health and rights are respected, celebrated, and accessible to all.
We’re looking for new members with skills and expertise in the following areas:
Human Resources
Fundraising and/or Fund Development
Financial/Accounting Knowledge
Legal
Public/Government Relations
Make new friends and have fun! If interested, please email board@saskatoonsh.ca with a resume and cover letter that outlines why you want to join the board, and how your background and experience make you a good fit. The applications close on April 20th, 2025. View the attached document for additional details on the roles and responsibilities of the SSH Board.
Chick Flicks is a series of films shown at the Broadway Theatre (715 Broadway Avenue Saskatoon, SK) in support of Saskatoon Sexual Health. Join us from November to March for movie nights, free swag, and community! The Chick Flicks dates and films can be found below! See you there!
Le Bonheur (1965): November 29, 2024 at 7:00 pm
The Virgin Suicides (1999): December 3, 2024 at 7:00 pm
10 Things I Hate About You (1999): January 14, 2024 at 7:00 pm
Waiting to Exhale (1995): February 11, 2024 at 7:00 pm
Check out the latest issue of SSH’s The Planner! Inside, we’re thrilled to introduce our new Executive Director, highlight our dedicated staff, discuss some of the challenges we’re tackling, and share details on our exciting upcoming fundraising events!
