STEM-YXE Academy - Fall Intake Now Open! (Beginner's)
2025-12-13 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-12-20 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-12-27 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-01-03 09:00 - 11:00 UTC | Saskatchewan
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)
2025-12-13 11:00 - 13:00, 2025-12-20 11:00 - 13:00, 2025-12-27 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-01-03 11:00 - 13:00 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:

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

Legal Information Series - February 2026
2026-02-06 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago)
As part of our Legal Information series, we are pleased to invite you the February 2026 edition focusing on Criminal Law in Canada.
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.

Date: Friday, February 6th, 2026
Webinar Topic: Understanding Canadian Criminal Law
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Where: Zoom Webinar
Presenter: Barrister Kolade Oladokun / Accord Attorneys and Solicitors

👉 Haven’t registered yet? Click here to sign up: Black Access to Justice – Legal Information series February – Fill out form

This FREE session is designed to connect Black Canadians in Saskatchewan with the legal insights and resources they need to confidently engage with Canada’s legal system.
Do you know someone who could benefit? Please share this opportunity with your network!

Proudly supported by the Black Opportunity Fun.

Melfort Community Consultation – TAYFFI Black Legal Clinic
2026-04-09 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago)
As part of our Access to Justice Program, Truly Alive Youth and Family Foundation Inc. (TAYFFI) in collaboration with North East Outreach and Support Services (NEOSS) is hosting a Community Consultation session to introduce Saskatchewan’s first-ever Black Legal Clinic – a community justice service initiative for Black adults (18+) actively navigating the Justice system.
Date: Thursday, April 9, 2026
Time: 10:00 a.m – 3:00 p.m.
Venue: 124 McKendry Ave W, Melfort, SK S0E 1A0
Register Here: Community Consultation- Session – Fill out form
This session is designed to introduce TAYFFI’s Black Legal Clinic to community members, prospective partners, and stakeholders in Melfort and Area. Beyond learning, the session will also serve as a space to build connections within the community. Participants will have the opportunity to share resources, strengthen relationships, and explore opportunities for collaborations. Through dialogue, reflection, and knowledge sharing, this session aims to move beyond awareness toward practical solutions that strengthen community safety, healing, and prevention.
By attending this session, you will gain knowledge on different services available through TAYFFI’s Access to Justice Program such as:

Support for individuals actively navigating the court system through the Black Legal Clinic.
Rehabilitation programs for incarcerated individuals to avoid recidivism.
Available Afrocentric counselling and psychosocial support for individuals in correctional facilities.
Re-integration programs and support with reconnecting to the community, finding jobs, mental health, and social services.
Relevant community resources including cultural brokerage, family dialogue, e.t.c.
Other services and programs offered at TAYFFI.

For further information about this consultation engagement and other service offerings available at Truly Alive Youth and Family Foundation Inc, please send an email to: culturalbroker@trulyalivefoundation.org or call: 306-986-5341

“Be The Program” Phase II – Youth-led Workshop
2026-04-10 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago)
We are excited to invite you to Be The Program (Phase 2), a new workshop on healthy relationships hosted by Truly Alive Youth & Family Foundation Inc (TAYFFI) in partnership with the Students Commission of Canada.
Following the overwhelming positive feedback from Phase I of this program implemented by TAYFFI last year, we are partnering with SCC again to deliver Phase 2 of this amazing program.
This program is an evidence-based initiative that leverages youth influence to improve relationship health and communication and is open to youth and young adults ages 14 – 24 years.
Date: Friday, April 10th, 2026
Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: #3 – 320 Jessop Avenue, Saskatoon
Registration Link: https://forms.office.com/r/5CwCeZvBvM
The program supports youth in understanding relationships, identifying root causes of violence, and taking leadership in promoting healthy decision-making among their peers in a safe environment.
Please Note: Interested attendees under 18 require parental consent to participate in the workshop! We look forward to seeing you there.
To learn more about TAYFFI’s youth program offerings, please contact us at 306-986-6552 or email youthprogram.support@trulyalivefoundation.org

Skills Unplugged Youth Empowerment Training
2026-04-30 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-04-30 17:00 - 2026-06-13 19:00, 2026-05-02 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-05-07 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-05-09 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-05-14 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-05-16 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-05-21 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) and 1 more date
Ready to start a business, level up your skills, and get certified—for free?
The Truly Alive Youth and Family Foundation Inc., in partnership with the RBC and CIBC, is proud to launch the Skills Unplugged Youth Empowerment Training Program.
This program is designed for individuals from Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) communities, ages 20–29, who are seeking to strengthen their career pathways and gain practical, in-demand skills.

Program Dates: Apr 30-June 13, 2026
Session times:
Thursdays: 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m
Saturdays: 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Participants will benefit from a comprehensive learning experience that includes:

Entrepreneurship and Startup Development: Learning how to turn ideas into viable businesses and exploring real-world ventures such as small business services, community-based initiatives, and digital startups.

Digital Literacy and AI for workplace success: Gain essential skills in digital tools to enhance and automate workflows while also understanding their ethical and responsible use.

Financial Literacy and Investment Fundamentals: Build strong money management skills including budgeting, saving, credit understanding, and introduction to investment.

Workplace Etiquette and professionalism: Develop strong interpersonal skills to succeed in any professional environment.

Peer-to-Peer Mentorship and Industry Exposure: Connect with peers, volunteers, and professionals across various fields such as public service, technology, creative industries (photography, media production), and skilled trades, while gaining real-world insights and guidance.

In addition, participants will receive support to pursue a fully funded certification or licensure of their choice, aligned with their individual career goals.
Register Here: Skills Unplugged Youth Empowerment Training – Fill out form
Incase you have any questions or need more information reach us through the email students.support@trulyalivefoundation.org

Legal Information Webinar – April 2026
2026-04-30 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago)
Join us for the April 2026 Legal Information Webinar focusing on Criminal Law in Canada.
Date: Thursday, April 30th, 2026
Topic: How to Navigate the Justice System from Arrest to Trial.
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Zoom Webinar
Presenter: Barrister Ben Idoko, Legal Aid Saskatchewan
Click here to sign up: Black Access to Justice – Legal Information series April – Fill out form
This session is designed to equip attendees who are interested in understanding the Canadian Justice system or currently navigating the justice system with essential legal information, practical insights, and access to resources that support informed and confident engagement with Canada’s legal system.
If you know someone who may benefit from this opportunity, please feel free to share it within your network!
For further information about this information session and other service offerings available at Truly Alive Youth and Family Foundation Inc, please send an email to: culturalbroker@trulyalivefoundation.org or call: 306-986-5341

Intersectoral Consultation on Black Legal Clinic – SAISIA and Members
2026-05-04 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Chicago)
Truly Alive Youth and Family Foundation Inc. (TAYFFI) in collaboration with Saskatchewan Association of Immigrant Settlement and Integration Agencies (SAISIA) is hosting an intersectoral consultation session to introduce Saskatchewan’s first-ever Black Legal Clinic – a community justice service initiative for Black adults (18+) actively navigating the Justice system.
Date: Monday May 4 2026
Time: 10:00am – 11:30am
Delivery: Virtual via Zoom
Register Here: Intersectoral Consultation– Fill out form
This session is designed to introduce TAYFFI’s Black Legal Clinic to community members, prospective partners, and stakeholders across humanities and immigrant-serving sector. Through dialogue, reflection, and knowledge sharing, the consultation session aims to move beyond awareness toward practical solutions that strengthen community safety, healing, and prevention.
By attending this session, you will gain knowledge on different services available through TAYFFI’s Access to Justice Program such as:

Support for individuals actively navigating the court system through the Black Legal Clinic.
Rehabilitation programs for incarcerated individuals to avoid recidivism.
Available Afrocentric counselling and psychosocial support for individuals in correctional facilities.
Re-integration programs and support with reconnecting to the community, finding jobs, mental health, and social services.
Relevant community resources including cultural brokerage, family dialogue, e.t.c.
Other services and programs offered at TAYFFI.

For further information about this consultation engagement and other service offerings available at Truly Alive Youth and Family Foundation Inc, please send an email to: culturalbroker@trulyalivefoundation.org or call: 306-986-5341
