Truly Alive Youth and Family Foundation

Are you a new parent or a seasoned parent stepping into this new culture?
2025-10-21 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-10-28 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-11-04 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-11-11 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-11-18 17:00 - 18:30 UTC
If you’re looking to create a nurturing, joyful home for your children as you begin this exciting chapter, we invite you to join our eight-week parenting journey crafted just for you! In partnership with Navera Community Center, this program is designed especially for newcomer and immigrant families ready to strengthen their bonds and learn powerful tools for parenting success.
Get ready for heartwarming and inspiring sessions as we explore love languages, child brain development, positive discipline, attachment stages, and keeping your cultural heritage alive through storytelling! Every session is a chance to deepen your family’s connection and make new friends on this journey.
Dates: May 6th, 13th, 20th, and 27th 2025
June 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th 2025
Time: 5:00-6:30 PM
And no worries about child-minding! We’ve got you covered, so you can immerse yourself in the experience.
For registration, please click here
For any other enquiries please contact us on 306-986-534, or email us at familysupport@trulyalivefoundation.org
Don’t miss out on this chance to grow, connect, and make lasting memories with your family.

STEM-YXE Academy - Fall Intake Now Open! (Beginner's)
2025-10-25 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-11-01 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-11-08 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-11-15 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-11-22 09:00 - 11:00
Looking to equip your child with future-ready coding and tech skills?
Truly Alive Youth and Family Foundation (TAYFFI), in partnership with Nanan STEM Academy, is excited to announce the commencement of STEM-YXE Academy Fall Intake for youth in Grades 4–12!
Through hands-on learning, students will dive into programming, robotics, and entrepreneurship—skills that open doors to endless opportunities.
Program Streams:

Beginner Class: Scratch, Python, PixelPad, MIT App Inventor, Edison Robotics

Program Details:

Runs every Saturday for 12 weeks: October 18 – January 3
▸ Beginner: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Location: 3-320 Jessop Ave

Fee: $420/learner (full program, includes online learning resources)

Don’t miss this chance to give your child the tools to create, innovate, and thrive in the digital world!
To register for beginner class, please click here

STEM-YXE Academy - Fall Intake Now Open! (Advanced)
2025-10-25 11:00 - 13:00, 2025-11-01 11:00 - 13:00, 2025-11-08 11:00 - 13:00, 2025-11-15 11:00 - 13:00, 2025-11-22 11:00 - 13:00
Looking to equip your child with future-ready coding and tech skills?
Truly Alive Youth and Family Foundation (TAYFFI), in partnership with Nanan STEM Academy, is excited to announce the commencement of STEM-YXE Academy Fall Intake for youth in Grades 4–12!
Through hands-on learning, students will dive into programming, robotics, and entrepreneurship—skills that open doors to endless opportunities.
Program Streams:

Advanced Class: Java, C, Graphic Design, Excel, Web Development

Program Details:

Runs every Saturday for 12 weeks: October 18 – January
▸ Advanced: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Location: 3-320 Jessop Ave

Fee: $420/learner (full program, includes online learning resources)

Don’t miss this chance to give your child the tools to create, innovate, and thrive in the digital world!
To registration for advanced class, please click here

Live is Alive with Sound of Music
2025-10-25 16:00 - 19:00
“Music is not just to entertain; it is therapy for the soul!”

Join us for an extraordinary evening where youth and seniors come together to celebrate the richness of cultural heritage through music, dance, and storytelling!

The Intergenerational Music Fiesta will showcase a variety of performances highlighting unique musical traditions and cultural expressions from across our community.

Participants will share their songs, rhythms, and dances, creating a vibrant tapestry of cultural pride and connection.
Date: Saturday October 25, 2025
Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Venue: 161 Jessop Ave, Saskatoon
To register and join the celebration, please click here
This event is not just a performance; it is a space for connection, learning, and celebration.
Youth and seniors collaborated during weeks of rehearsals, fostering friendships across generations while exploring and honoring their cultural roots.
The Fiesta culminates in an exciting showcase where everyone experiences the joy of coming together through music and movement.
What to Expect:

Uplifting music and dynamic dance performances
Collaborative intergenerational presentations
A heartwarming finale that celebrates unity, diversity, and shared community spirit

Don’t miss this opportunity to experience, celebrate, and be inspired by the power of music and dance in bringing people together.

This event is entirely volunteer run; FREEWILL DONATIONS are welcome to support our Seniors Program at TAYFFI.

Legal Information Webinar – Understanding Canada’s Estate and Probate Law
2025-10-30 18:00 - 19:30
“No information is too much when it comes to Law and Order!”
Truly Alive Youth and Family Foundation Inc. invites members of Black communities across Saskatchewan to attend our Legal Information Webinar for October month.
Topic: Understanding Canada’s Estate and Probate Law for Black Canadians
Presenter: Barrister Adaeze Aja | Associate Lawyer, McDougall Gauley LLP Barristers and Solicitors
Date: Thursday, October 30th, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Delivery Method: Zoom Webinar (link will be shared with registrants only)

To register, please click here
Delivered under the auspices of TAYFFI’s Black Access to Justice initiative, this Legal Information Series is designed to equip Black Canadians in Saskatchewan with essential legal knowledge and connect them to the right resources to navigate the Canadian legal system confidently.
TAYFFI’s Legal Information Webinars are Free of Cost to attendees. If you know someone who could benefit from this monthly series, please share and encourage them to register!
For more information regarding TAYFFI’s Black Access to Justice program, please email us at programsupport@trulyalivefoundation.org

Game On! Let’s Play.
2025-10-31 08:00 - 17:00
Game On! Let’s Play. Stay Active. Registration now open
Truly Alive Youth and Family Foundation Inc. (TAYFFI) is offering a FREE Basketball & Volleyball program for youth ages 4–25 years from newcomer, low-income, and underrepresented communities in Saskatoon.
✅ No experience needed
✅ All equipment provided
✅ Inclusive & safe environment
Location & dates coming soon: secure your spot now!
To enroll, sign up here
For more information, please contact us at adminsupport@trulyalivefoundation.org

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My Hair, My Crown – Black Heritage Program
2025-11-19 17:00 - 2026-02-11 18:30
“Your crown tells a story — let’s honour it.”
We’re excited to announce our latest heritage appreciation program My Hair, My Crown, a transformative program designed for Black youth ages 8–25 to celebrate natural hair, cultural identity, and the beauty of our roots.
Dates: November 19, 2025 – February 11, 2026
Schedule:

Mondays (Youth ages 8–14 years)
Wednesdays (Youth ages 15–25 years)

Time: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Location: 3‑320 Jessop Avenue
What to Expect
Through hands‑on workshops, participants will:

Explore the history and cultural significance of Black hair
Learn about curl patterns, porosity, and healthy hair care
Practice protective styling and maintenance techniques
Build confidence and embrace their identity
Connect with peers in a safe, affirming, and empowering environment

This is a space where every young person can feel seen, supported, and celebrated
Register Today — Your Crown Awaits!

To register, click https://forms.office.com/r/Jsew0KPhMn
We welcome partnerships with local stylists, educators, artists, cultural leaders, and community organizations who share a passion for uplifting and celebrating Black youth and culture.
