Truly Alive Youth and Family Foundation

STEM-YXE Academy - Fall Intake Now Open! (Beginner's)
2025-11-22 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-11-29 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-12-06 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-12-13 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-12-20 09:00 - 11:00 UTC
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)
2025-11-22 11:00 - 13:00, 2025-11-29 11:00 - 13:00, 2025-12-06 11:00 - 13:00, 2025-12-13 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

My Hair, My Crown – Black Heritage Program
2025-11-24 17:00 - 2026-02-16 18:30, 2025-11-26 17:00 - 2026-02-18 18:30, 2025-12-01 17:00 - 2026-02-23 18:30, 2025-12-03 17:00 - 2026-02-25 18:30, 2025-12-08 17:00 - 2026-03-02 18:30, 2025-12-10 17:00 - 2026-03-04 18:30, 2025-12-15 17:00 - 2026-03-09 18:30, 2025-12-17 17:00 - 2026-03-11 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.

Are you a new parent or a seasoned parent stepping into this new culture?
2025-11-25 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-12-02 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-12-09 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-12-16 17:00 - 18:30
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.

Youth Entrepreneurship Program (YET)
2025-11-25 17:00 - 2025-12-23 19:00
Want to be a NextGen Innovator? Are you looking to turn your hobbies into lucrative business idea?
Join the Youth Entrepreneurship Program (YET) — a free, hands-on opportunity for youth aged 18–25 to unlock their entrepreneurial potential, gain practical skills and receive tailored business mentorship needed to succeed in today’s fast-changing world.
Delivered over a 5-week period, participants will explore the fundamentals of entrepreneurship, innovation, business intelligence, and financial literacy essential for turning their creative ideas into actionable projects and charting their path to economic success.
What You Will Learn:

Entrepreneurial mindset strategies
Business Development Planning
Business Budgeting and Revenue Forecasting
Business Ideation Pitch
Marketing, Promotions, and Branding
Industry-specific Mentorship

Date: Nov 25, 2025 to Dec 23, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Delivery Method: In Person

To register, click here
Organized by Truly Alive Youth and Family Foundation Inc. and Proudly Sponsored by the Royal Bank of Canada

November Legal Information Webinar – Understanding Labour & Employment Law in Saskatchewan
2025-11-28 18:00 - 19:30
You don’t know what you don’t know! Increase your knowledge by participating in our FREE Legal Information Webinar hosted by Truly Alive Youth and Family Foundation Inc under the auspices of its Access to Justice for Black Communities initiative.
November Webinar Focus:
Labour & Employment Law: Understanding the Rights and Duties of Employers and Employees in Saskatchewan
Date: Friday, November 28, 2025
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Where: Zoom Webinar
Presenter: Feyisola Akintoye, Associate | Gerrand Rath Johnson LLP

Meet our Guest Speaker:
Feyisola Akintoye is a lawyer at Gerrand Rath Johnson LLP, practicing primarily in the areas of Labour & Employment Law and Civil Litigation. She graduated with a Bachelor of Laws from Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria and was called to the Nigerian bar in 2013.
In 2023, she obtained a Master of Laws from the University of Saskatchewan and also received her Certificate of Qualification from the Federation of Law Societies of Canada confirming her eligibility to practice law in Canada.
Before moving to Canada, Feyisola practiced as a corporate/commercial lawyer in Lagos, Nigeria, first in private practice and afterwards, in house at a multinational Property Services firm. Feyisola completed her articles with the law office of Gerrand Rath Johnson LLP and was called to the Saskatchewan Bar in 2025.
Proudly supported by Black Opportunity Fund.
