Child & Family Program Monthly Maintenance Payment Dates For 2019

03-Jan-2019 - Saskatoon SK

This page contains the Child & Family Program Monthly Maintenance Payment Dates for 2019, as released from Linkin.

Monthly Maintenance Schedule applies to Regular Foster Care, Extended Family Care (Person of Sufficient Interest, Place of Safety & Alternative Care) and Assisted Adoption monthly maintenance.

**IMPORTANT NOTE:
If using direct deposit, it may take up to 3 additional business days before the funds are deposited in your bank account depending on your Financial Institution.

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Child & Family Program Monthly Maintenance Payment Dates

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Dec

The Winter 2025 SFFA Advisor Newsletter is Available for Download Now

19-Dec-2024 - Saskatoon SK

Learn about an online Anxiety Management Program (MAP), How to Navigate the Holidays as a Foster Family, and more!

Oct

CTV News Interviews the Saskatchewan Foster Families Association October 2024

09-Oct-2024

Watch Mike Ciona Interview Deb Davies Discussing the Importance of Foster Families

Sep

The Fall 2024 SFFA Advisor Newsletter is Available for Download Now

17-Sep-2024 - Saskatoon SK

Read about Foster Families Month this October, the Fall Training Schedule, as well as articles on Damage Compensation, and much much more!

Jun

The Summer 2024 SFFA Advisor Newsletter is Available for Download Now

26-Jun-2024 - Saskatoon SK

Read about the upcoming 2024 SFFA Conference, Child and Family Services Amendment Act, Youth Internet Safety, and much much more!

Apr

The Spring 2024 SFFA Advisor Newsletter is Available for Download Now

23-Apr-2024 - Saskatoon SK

Read about Care Needs Assessment, Learning Disabilities & Disorders, Tips for Virtual Family Time, the Upcoming SFFA Conference, the AGM Announcement, and much much more!

Jan

The Winter 2024 SFFA Advisor Newsletter is Available for Download Now

11-Jan-2024 - Saskatoon SK

Training Course Schedule, Keeping Kids Safe in a Carpool, Helping Children Maintain School-Life Balance, and much much more!

Oct

CTV News Interviews the Saskatchewan Foster Families Association

16-Oct-2023

Watch Mike Ciona Interview Deb Davies Discussing the Importance of Foster Families

Sep

Fall 2023 SFFA Advisor Newsletter Available for Download

08-Sep-2023 - Saskatoon SK

Training Course Schedule, Keeping Kids Safe in a Carpool, Helping Children Maintain School-Life Balance, and much much more!

May

Summer 2023 SFFA Advisor Newsletter Available for Download

30-May-2023 - Saskatoon SK

Water Safety, National Indigenous Day, 2023 Pow-Wow Trail and much much more!

Mar

SFFA Welcomes Budget Funding Boost for Foster Parents & Caregivers

22-Mar-2023 - Regina, SK

The Saskatchewan Foster Families Association (SFFA) is pleased to support the two per cent funding increase for foster parents and family-based caregivers in today’s provincial budget.

Mar

Spring 2023 SFFA Advisor Newsletter Available for Download

16-Mar-2023 - Saskatoon SK

Details about the upcoming AGM, bicycle safety, therapy pets and much much more!

Jan

Winter 2023 SFFA Advisor Newsletter Available for Download

12-Jan-2023 - Saskatoon SK

Details about family wellness, social media Q & A, healthy snack ideas, and much much more!

Sep

Fall 2022 SFFA Advisor Newsletter Available for Download

15-Sep-2022 - Saskatoon SK

Details about Foster Families Month, our October Mini-Conference (All About You) and much much more!

Jun

Summer Advisor Newsletter Available for Download!

22-Jun-2022

Download the Summer 2022 SFFA Advisor and enjoy these informative articles and more:

Apr

Get Ready for Spring and Summer with the Latest SFFA Advisor Newsletter

12-Apr-2022 - Saskatoon SK

Attachment Theory & Foster Care, Planning Summer Vacation, Summer Camps, Helping a Child Heal from Trauma, Pow Wow Time, Home Fire Safety Plan and much, much more!

Jan

Winter Advisor Newsletter Packed with Important (and fun) Updates for Foster Parents

27-Jan-2022 - Saskatoon SK

Ministry Announces Pride Levels of Pay, Navigating the Emotions of Foster Care, Teach a Growth Mindset, Celebrating a Foster Child's Birthday, and more!

Oct

Saskatchewan Government Proclaims October Foster Families Month

01-Oct-2021 - Saskatoon SK

The Government of Saskatchewan has once again proclaimed October as Foster Families Month to celebrate the many contributions of foster families across the province, and encourage individuals and families interested in giving back to look into becoming an approved foster home.

Sep

The SFFA Fall 2021 Advisor Newsletter has Arrived!

27-Sep-2021 - Saskatoon SK

Check out the Fall 2021 edition of the SFFA Advisor Newsletter!

Aug

Trauma Competent Caregiver Training - Fall 2021

16-Aug-2021 - Saskatoon SK

Registration Open for September 18th, October 16th and November 20th, 2021 Sessions

Jul

Include the SFFA Advisor Newsletter in Your Summer Reading

15-Jul-2021 - Saskatoon SK

The Summer 2021 Edition of the SFFA Advisor Newsletter is now available for download and viewing.

Apr

Spring 2021 SFFA Advisor Newsletter Released

29-Apr-2021 - Saskatoon SK

Download the Spring 2021 SFFA Advisor to enjoy these informative articles: Keeping children safe while learning remotely, Four things a foster child wants, Self-esteem and positive racial identity and much, much more!

Feb

Read the Latest Edition of the SFFA Advisor

01-Feb-2021 - Saskatoon

SFFA Advisor Winter 2021 Volume 16 Issue 1 Packed with Informative Stories and Advice

Sep

Saskatchewan Celebrating Foster Families Month in October

23-Sep-2020 - REGINA SK

The Government of Saskatchewan has proclaimed October as Foster Families Month to celebrate the many contributions of foster families across the province.

Jun

Spring 2020 Advisor Newsletter Available

01-Jun-2020 - Saskatoon SK

Download the Spring 2020 SFFA Advisor Newsletter and check out these informative articles.

Mar

SFFA 2020 Conference Cancelled, Annual General Meeting Postponed

18-Mar-2020 - Saskatoon SK

In reaction to the COVID-19 virus a decision was made that the Saskatchewan Foster Families Association will be cancelling the 2020 Pre-Conference Training, Conference and furthermore we will be postponing the Provincial Annual General Meeting. Our immediate focus is on ensuring the health and safety of our members and their families.

Mar

Support for Caregivers During COVID-19 Pandemic

23-Mar-2020 - Saskatoon Saskatchewan

The SFFA has prepared detailed information regarding Caregiver support during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read this item for complete details.

Feb

Foster Families Needed in West Central Region

17-Feb-2020 - Kindersley, Saskatchewan

SFFA Executive Director Deb Davies speaks with West Central News about educating and building a community of support for families in need in the Kindersley and Rosetown areas.

Jan

Questions about Coronavirus

29-Jan-2020 - Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada

You may have questions about the novel coronavirus that has a high media profile right now. The advice from our Chief Medical Health Officer is that individuals with no sign of a cough or fever can go to work or school. This is based on the latest information from Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC).

Dec

SFFA Celebrates Office Grand Opening in Saskatoon

12-Dec-2019 - Saskatoon, SK

The Saskatchewan Foster Families Association (SFFA) today celebrated the grand opening of its new office location at 231 Robin Crescent in Saskatoon.

Oct

Saskatchewan Celebrating Foster Families Month

01-Oct-2019 - Regina SK

The Government of Saskatchewan has proclaimed October as Foster Families Month to celebrate the many contributions of foster families across the province.

Apr

Spring 2019 Edition of the SFFA Advisor Newsletter Now Available

21-Apr-2019 - Saskatoon SK

Published quarterly, the SFFA Advisor Newsletter provides information of interest to Saskatchewan foster parents, our association partners and the public at large.

Feb

SFFA Launches Recruitment Campaign in Saskatoon

05-Feb-2019 - Saskatoon SK

The Saskatchewan Foster Families Association (SFFA) is encouraging Saskatoon residents to give a child in need a helping hand by becoming a foster parent or family today.

Jan

Winter 2018-2019 Edition of the SFFA Advisor Newsletter Now Online

21-Jan-2019 - Saskatoon SK

Published quarterly, the SFFA Advisor Newsletter provides information of interest to Saskatchewan foster parents, our association partners and the public at large.

Jan

Child & Family Program Monthly Maintenance Payment Dates For 2019

03-Jan-2019 - Saskatoon SK

This page contains the Child & Family Program Monthly Maintenance Payment Dates for 2019, as released from Linkin.

Nov

Receiving Ministry Payments During the Canada Post Strike

09-Nov-2018

As a result of Canada Post's rotating strikes, delays in receiving reimbursement or maintenance payments may occur. The Ministry of Social Services encourages all recipients to enroll in direct deposit to avoid these delays.

Oct

Foster Families Needed in Yorkton and Area

31-Oct-2018 - Saskatoon SK

The Saskatchewan Foster Families Association (SFFA) is launching a public awareness campaign in Yorkton and surrounding areas to encourage individuals and families to consider fostering vulnerable infants and young children.

Oct

Saskatchewan Recognizing Contributions Of Foster Families

21-Oct-2018 - Regina SK

The Government of Saskatchewan has proclaimed October 21-27, 2018 as Foster Families Week to recognize the many contributions of foster families across the province.

Oct

Foster Families Needed in Estevan and Weyburn

15-Oct-2018 - Saskatoon SK

The Saskatchewan Foster Families Association (SFFA) is launching a public awareness campaign in Estevan, Weyburn and the surrounding areas to encourage individuals and families to consider fostering vulnerable infants and young children.

Oct

Fall 2018 Edition of the SFFA Advisor Newsletter Now Available!

08-Oct-2018 - Saskatoon SK

The Fall 2018 Edition of the SFFA Advisor Newsletter is now available for viewing and download below. Be sure to get your copy!

Sep

Family Service Saskatoon Fall 2018 Programs Announced

17-Sep-2018 - Saskatoon SK

Family Service Saskatoon has announced their program schedule for Fall of 2018. See the attached PDF file for complete details.

Aug

Looking for Aspiring Artists for Fall 2018 Art Lessons at SCYAP

09-Aug-2018 - Saskatoon SK

Saskatoon Community Youth Arts Programming has posted their Fall 2018 Art Lesson schedule for Fall 2018.

Jul

Summer 2018 Edition of the SFFA Advisor Newsletter Now Available

02-Jul-2018 - Saskatoon SK

Published quarterly, the SFFA Advisor Newsletter provides information of interest to Saskatchewan foster parents, our association partners and the public at large.

May

Jayne Schooler Appearance at 2018 SFFA Conference

23-May-2018 - Saskatoon SK

Jayne Schooler, author of Wounded Children, Healing Homes, will appear in Saskatoon on June 14th and 15th to present a training session entitled "Becoming a Trauma-Competent Caregiver", part of the Saskatchewan Foster Families Association 2018 Conference.

May

Mark Reyes to Present Caring for Aboriginal Children Training

21-May-2018 - Saskatoon SK

Mark Reyes will present 'Caring for Aboriginal Children' Training at the 2018 Saskatchewan Foster Families Association Conference, Friday June 15th in Saskatoon.

Feb

Adoption Support Centre of Saskatchewan Announces Youth Speak Out Event

12-Feb-2018 - Saskatoon SK

Youth Speak Out is an exciting opportunity for youth (between the ages of 14-26) to be involved in a conversation on the importance of permanency for children/youth in care and having their voices be heard in seeking systemic changes in the child welfare system.

Oct

Foster Families Needed in Prince Albert Area

31-Oct-2017 - Prince Albert, SK

The Saskatchewan Foster Families Association (SFFA) is launching a public awareness campaign in the Prince Albert-area to encourage interested individuals and families to consider fostering vulnerable infants and sibling groups so they can stay together and in their community.

Oct

Foster Families Needed in Regina

09-Oct-2017 - Regina SK

The Saskatchewan Foster Families Association (SFFA) is launching a public awareness campaign in Regina to encourage interested individuals and families to consider fostering vulnerable infants and sibling groups so they can stay together

Oct

Saskatchewan Celebrates Foster Families

15-Oct-2017 - Regina SK

The Government of Saskatchewan has proclaimed October 15 to 21 as Foster Families Week, and is urging everyone across the province to take a moment this week to learn more about the foster parent program.

Sep

Foster Families Needed in Northeast Saskatchewan

19-Sep-2017 - Saskatoon SK

The Saskatchewan Foster Families Association (SFFA) is launching a public awareness campaign in northeast Saskatchewan to encourage interested individuals and families to consider fostering vulnerable infants and young children.

Jul

Diefenbaker Canada Centre - History Travels

18-Jul-2017 - Diefenbaker Canada Centre

The Diefenbaker Canada Centre is pleased to invite Saskatchewan Foster Families to take part in our new summer community outreach initiative: History Travels 2017. Single families or groups of families may be interested in our offered programs.

Mar

2017 SFFA PAGM

01-Mar-2017

NOTICE TO MEMBERS The 2017 PROVINCIAL ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING will be held on June 10th, 2017 at 1:00 PM. Radisson Hotel 405 20th Street East, Saskatoon, SK Michelangelo Ballroom A Lunch will be served at Noon and the PAGM commencing at 1:00 PM sharp.

Jan

Art Based Youth Program

11-Jan-2017 - Saskatoon SK

An art based program to create a project with a mentor

Jan

Tell Two Friends Referral Program Highlighted

11-Jan-2017 - Saskatoon SK

The SFFA today launched their Tell Two Friends campaign, a referral program aimed at continuing their recruitment drive to encourage interested individuals and families to become foster homes for vulnerable children.

Nov

Foster Family Training Now Available Online

16-Nov-2016 - Regina SK

Training to become a foster parent has become a lot more convenient for interested Saskatchewan individuals and families.

Nov

Online Foster Parent Training Sparks Media Attention

16-Nov-2016 - Saskatoon SK

Media outlets across Canada share news of the availability of online foster parent training in Saskatchewan

Nov

Successful Yorkton Foster Families Drive Expands to Swift Current

08-Nov-2016 - Swift Current, SK

The Saskatchewan Foster Families Association and the Ministry of Social Services are expanding the successful community drive that encourages interested individuals and families to become foster homes for vulnerable children to Swift Current and surrounding areas.

Oct

Celebrate 2016 Foster Family Week

06-Oct-2016 - Saskatoon, SK

Families across Canada will be recognized and celebrated for their generous dedication and commitment during Foster Family Week in Saskatchewan, October 16th through 22nd.

Sep

Yorkton Community Outreach Announced

12-Sep-2016 - Yorkton SK

Today the SFFA and Saskatchewan Ministry of Social Services kicked off a community drive in Yorkton and area to encourage people to learn more about becoming foster families to vulnerable infants and children in need.

Aug

Children Services Manual

31-Aug-2016

The Children's Services Manual, Child and Family Services contain the policies that are specific to children in out-of-home care.

Aug

Foster Families First Aid Training

31-Aug-2013

In order to further enhance the safety of children in foster care, certification in first aid and cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is now mandatory for all Saskatchewan foster parents.

Jun

Child Welfare Legislation Review

30-Jun-2016

One of the most important steps in reviewing The Child and Family Services Act and The Adoption Act, 1998 is to seek advice from people who care about the well-being of Saskatchewan children and families.

Jun

Online FASD Curriculum

30-Jun-2016

The FASD curriculum is now available online at the FASDChildWelfare.ca website.

Jun

Provincial Annual General Meeting

09-Jun-2016 - Saskatoon, SK

The location and scheduling of 2016 SFFA PAGM has been announced.

Jun

2016 SFFA PAGM

06-Jun-2016 - Saskatoon, SK

The SFFA Provincial Annual General Meeting schedule of events has been announced.

Sep

2015 Foster Families Week Dinner Schedule

30-Sep-2015

Details for the 2015 Foster Families Week Dinners

Jun

40th Anniversary Mural

15-Jun-2014

Read about our mural painted by foster children to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the SFFA.

Mar

New Mileage Rates 2013

26-Mar-2013

Feb

New Recruitment Video

07-Feb-2013

Have you ever considered being a foster parent and don't know how to get started?

Jan

YMCA Regina Summer Camps 2013

01-Jan-2013

Get details on summer camps for youth in Regina.

Dec

SGI donates books

20-Dec-2011

SGI is giving the gift of imagination to children across the province with a donation of $10,000 worth of books to the Saskatchewan Foster Families Association (SFFA).

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