German Heritage Month
October is officially recognized as “German Heritage Month” in Canada. It’s a time to celebrate the contributions of German-Canadians to our society, embrace the richness of German language and culture, and ensure that future generations have the opportunity to learn about and appreciate German heritage. Enjoy the events during October…
October 2024 Provincial Election – Voters Guide
For the October 2024 Provincial Election, the Voters Guide, a guide to voting in Saskatchewan, is available in many different languages, you can find the German Guide by following this link.
New Immigration Story
Discover Renate Ankenbrand’s journey from the streets of Berlin to the prairies of Saskatoon. Our newest immigration story offers a unique perspective on starting fresh in Saskatchewan. Read the whole story
The winner of Canada’s got Talent is from Saskatchewan
The Indigenous singer Rebecca Strong from Prince Albert won Canada’s got Talent 2024. More information here.
Notice of Annual General Meeting
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN for the Saskatchewan German Council Inc. (SGC) Annual General Meeting. DATE: Saturday, June 15, 2024 TIME: 10:00 a.m. PLACE: Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) 600 45th St. West Saskatoon, SK S7L 5W9 ……………………. For all AGM Information including Board Nomination Forms, go to https://saskgermancouncil.org/about-us/annual-general-meeting
Summer Job – Cultural Development Assistant
Title: Cultural Development Assistant (Canada Summer Job) Duration: May 13, 2024 until July 5, 2024 (8 weeks) Job Summary The Cultural Development Assistant contributes to the development of cultural materials, programs, and events with the goal of providing access to cultural experiences. Along with promoting the German culture and language,…
Become a Member of the SGC
Saskatchewan German Council – creating and sharing experiences of German culture in Saskatchewan for everyone. Join or renew the membership today for only $25.00! We welcome people of all ages and backgrounds. Poster.
Immigration Stories
During World War II, 45 million Europeans were displaced, which means that they were residing in a different location by the end of the war in 1945 compared to where they were living when the war started. Numerous families, including the Alksne family from Riga, Latvia, were compelled to relocate…
Immigration Stories
The immigration story of Gregor & Ilona Beck, originating from German families, deeply connected to agricultural-related enterprises, is now online. They relocated to Saskatchewan, bringing knowledge and skills, which made them a perfect match for Saskatchewan. Their journey is now documented online, shedding light on their transition and the contributions…
Online Advent Calendar
Our Advent Calendar, featuring 24 Christmas markets in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Luxembourg, and Canada (including Saskatchewan), is now available online. Each day, a new market will be revealed, accompanied by its history, German traditions, Christmas recipes, and crafts. Additionally, interactive games and quizzes for both kids and adults will be…
