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EVOLVE: A New Community-Driven Initiative to Strengthen Skills, Business, and Collaboration in Shaunavon

EVOLVE: A New Community-Driven Initiative to Strengthen Skills, Business, and Collaboration in Shaunavon EVOLVE: A New Community-Driven Initiative to Strengthen Skills, Business, and Collaboration in Shaunavon

The Town of Shaunavon’s Economic Development & Innovation Committee (EDIC), is excited to announce that we will be partnering with the Shaunavon & District, Chamber of Commerce, and we are proud to present EVOLVE, a new invitation to an initiative designed to engage community members and businesses in meaningful opportunities that benefit the whole community.

EVOLVE is rooted in the belief that personal interests, talents, and professional skills already exist within our community. By creating intentional opportunities to connect, share knowledge, collaborate and innovate, EVOLVE aims to strengthen Shaunavon’s business environment while encouraging individual growth and community participation.

This EVOLVE event will be presenting Gordon More, Founding Member of Southeast Techhub. To speak on Creating the Future, Sask Innovation & Tech Thursday, February 12, 2026 @ 6:00pm

To share what is being done in Southeast Saskatchewan to expand and develop, innovation and technical education. We welcome community members and businesses to mark their calendars and register today. Join us and become a vital part of what makes Shaunavon Thrive!

Event Details Date: Thursday, February 12, 2026 Time: Doors Open at 6:00 pm, Presentation begins at 7:00 pm Location: Canalta Hotel, 975 - 1st Street West, Shaunavon, Saskatchewan Registration: Free, thanks to the generous support of partners and sponsors, however advance registration is required. Registration Link: Register Here

Thank you!

For more information, please contact economicdevelopment@shaunavon.com.

FOUNDATIONS: Program Launch to Support Workforce Readiness, Career Transition & Employment Connections in Shaunavon

FOUNDATIONS: Program Launch to Support Workforce Readiness, Career Transition & Employment Connections in Shaunavon FOUNDATIONS: Program Launch to Support Workforce Readiness, Career Transition & Employment Connections in Shaunavon

The Town of Shaunavon Economic Development Committee in partnership with the Shaunavon and District Chamber of Commerce is pleased to introduce FOUNDATIONS: a new workforce-focused program designed to support community members as they enter, transition within, or re-engage with, the workforce!

FOUNDATIONS is built around the goal of strengthening both individuals and local businesses by creating accessible opportunities to develop skills, build knowledge, and improve access to employment resources. The program is intended to meet people where they are, while also helping businesses address workforce needs and employment gaps.

The first FOUNDATIONS session will feature a Resume Writing Workshop, focused on improving how participants communicate with employers in order to secure interviews and advance employment opportunities. This practical, hands-on workshop will provide guidance, tools & resources that participants can use immediately.

Event Details
Workshop: Interviewing Skills Workshop Date: Wednesday, February 18, 2026 Time: 4:00 pm
Location: The Grand Coteau – Community Room, 440 Centre Street, Shaunavon, SK Cost: Free of charge, thanks to the generous support of partners and sponsors, however advance registration is required. Registration link: Register Here

Thank you!

For more information, please contact economicdevelopment@shaunavon.com.

EMPOWERING WOMEN: In Business & In Life

EMPOWERING WOMEN: In Business & In Life

An initiative designed to explore topics specific to women that impact their work-life and cross-over into their home-life. Topics which have the potential to impact a woman’s future outlook and prosperity.

We will dive into topics of health and balance, celebrate International Women’s Day with the Women Entrepreneurs of Saskatchewan (WESK), explore and share stories from Women in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Mathematics) and open space for local women in business to discuss, share, collaborate and celebrate.

Our first event kicks off on Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 7:00 pm at the Grand Coteau.

ME TIME SHAUNAVON: Talk Ask Listen Workshop

ME TIME SHAUNAVON: Talk Ask Listen Workshop

Me Time Shaunavon partners invite you to join us for a one hour Talk Ask Listen workshop presented by The Do More Agriculture Foundation.

Date: February 25. 2026 Location: Canalta Hotel Meeting Room - 975 1st Street West, Shaunavon Time: 11:30 AM- 1:30 PM (includes time for lunch and the workshop)

Cost: Free Lunch Provided - sponsored by the Shaunavon Economic Development & Innovation Committee Register here or phone 306-297-3882

Please register by: February 18, 2026

About Talk Ask Listen:

Talk Ask Listen is an interactive mental health literacy workshop developed by The Do More Ag Foundation. It is designed to foster and support people across agricultural communities, from producers right through industry and community, to increase mental health knowledge, become comfortable with mental health conversations, and learn how to take action.

Talk Ask Listen helps participants to build skillsets and knowledge; it is not therapy. Our workshops help communities, business and industry, and farms cultivate a culture of well-being. Talk Ask Listen has been delivered to over 2,500 participants since the program’s inception.

Facilitators include mental health professionals and those with lived mental health and agricultural experience. This workshop will be presented virtually.

Workshop Overview:

TALK: Mental health statistics and factors unique to the agriculture industry; the impact of tradition, stigma, and shame; how community is key to mental health journeys; and how to open the conversation by talking about mental health.

ASK: How to prepare and have conversations about mental health; how to activate your curiosity, be courageous, overcome bias, and be present.

LISTEN: How to actively listen to yourself and others; how peers and communities can encourage mental health conversations and cultivate a culture of well-being.

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SHOP LOCAL

Why Support Local?

Small businesses make life better. They prepare our morning coffee, repair our cars, give our children their first jobs, sponsor our sports teams, support our fundraisers, and so much more; they’re always there for us when we need them.

Now it’s our turn to be there for them. Supporting small has a BIG impact on the local economy. From funding local literacy programs to sponsoring community gardens, donating to food security initiatives and supporting extracurricular activities, when local businesses thrive, they channel their success back into their communities. -Canadian Federation of Independent Business

Did you know? Small- and medium-sized businesses account for 99% of all Canadian businesses and employ 64% of Canada’s private sector workforce. Local businesses are the backbone of this country. -Stats Canada

SHAUNAVON!

SASK Made

SK Open Farm Days

“Every time you spend money, you’re casting a vote for the kind of world you want.” -Anna Lappe

SHOP LOCAL!

TOOLS

“We become what we behold. We shape our tools and then our tools shape us.” -Marshall McLuhan

Level Up Your Business with Digital Tools

Affordable & Canadian Made

Free Options

Grant Writing Workshop

Start-up Business Plan

EVENTS

“Great minds discuss ideas…” -Eleanor Roosevelt

Evolve - Creating the Future: Sask Innovation & Tech *with Gordon More c/o Southeast Tech Hub.
Thursday, February 12, 2026 @ 7:00pm, watch for registration details.

Foundations: Interviewing Skills Workshop Wednesday, February 18, 2026 @ 4:00 pm, watch for registration details.

Empowering Women: In Business & In Life - Women’s Health in the Workplace…Starting the Conversation. Thursday, February 19, 2026 @ 7:00pm

Empowering Women: In Business & In Life - International Women’s Day *with Women Entrepreneurs of Saskatchewan. Thursday, March 12, 2026 @ 6:00pm, watch for registration details.

Evolve - Making Difficult Conversations Effective *with Scott Cruickshank of the Government of Saskatchewan, Dispute Resolution Office and Shaunavon & District Chamber of Commerce Thursday, March 19, 2026, watch for registration details.

For more information on this topic see: Negotiation Conflict Resolution Mediation Collaboration Building Bridges

Opportunities Showcase
Thursday, April 16, 2026, watch for registration details.

ALSO COMING 2026!

Evolve - Cross-Cultural Communication

For more information on this topic see: Global Teamwork

OPPORTUNITIES

“The key factor that will determine your financial future is not the economy; the key factor is your philosophy.” -Jim Rohn

Let Your Voice be Heard

Have a Memorable Visitor Experience Idea?

Expand your Businesses Reach

Wellness - Open Minds

INNOVATION

INNOVATION

“Exploration is the engine that drives innovation. Innovation drives economic growth.” -Edith Widder

Building Opportunity by Sparking Innovation in Shaunavon

For Creatives

ECONOMIC NEWS & REPORTS

“Economics is everywhere, and understanding economics can help you make better decisions and lead a happier life.” -Tyler Cowen

StatsCan - Economic & Social Reports - 2025

Invest in Canada Report - 2024

Saskatchewan Economic Development Alliance Report - 2024

DID YOU KNOW?

The top five skilled trades in demand in Saskatchewan are:

  • Carpenter
  • Construction Electrician
  • Hairstylist
  • Plumber
  • Sheet Metal Workers

** Sources: The Canadian Apprenticeship Forums’ (CAF) 5-year projections presented in the 2024 report Apprentice Demand in Red Seal Trades: A 2024 National Labour Market Information Report ESDC’s Employment Outlooks data The 2024 Registered Apprenticeship Information System (RAIS)**

“Nobody made a greater mistake than he who did nothing because he could do only a little.” -Edmund Burke

KIDS & YOUTH CORNER

“It’s simple arithmetic: your income can grow only to the extent you do.” -T. Harv Eker

Economics for Kids

Needs & Wants

Growing your Savings

Financial Literacy Games

Teaching your Children Financial Literacy