University of Saskatchewan Retirees Association (USRA)

The purpose of the Association is to promote and safeguard the interests and welfare of retirees and to provide a means of sustaining a continuing relationship among retirees and between retirees and the University.

Announcements

Recently added:  

  • On the Newsletters page above see the September 2024 issue which includes the AGM Draft Agenda and the Report of the Nominations Committee. (AGM to be held Wednesday, October 16 after the luncheon presentation.)
  • On the About page above see the 2024 MOU.
  • On the Awards page above see the names and profiles for our 2024 award recipients.

Saskatoon Council on Aging is sponsoring an events this fall of interest to retirees living in Saskatoon.

  • Saskatoon Mayoral Candidate Forum, moderated by Ken Pontikas
    When:  Monday, October 21, 2024
    Time:  2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (doors open at 1:30 p.m.)
    Moderated speed networking (with each candidate for the public) at 4:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m.
    Where:  Western Development Museum, 2610 Lorne Avenue, Saskatoon SK
    Registration: Eventbrite tickets (no charge to attend)

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Upcoming Activities

Watch your email for an invitation to attend a couple of weeks before each event.

Speakers, Luncheons, Tours and Events

Luncheon presentations are held at Saskatchewan Hall, Western Development Museum (unless otherwise specified).

Tuesday November 19

11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Dr. Sarah Forgie, Dean, College of Medicine

Topic: tba

Dr. Sarah Forgie

Wednesday December 11

3:30 pm - 5:00 pm

President's Holiday Reception held at the President's Residence.

University President Peter Stoicheff and Kathryn Warden welcome USRA members to their annual holiday reception.

USask President Peter Stoicheff

2025 Presentations

Wednesday, January 22

11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Zeba Ahmad, CEO of the Saskatoon Public School Foundation

 

Vulnerable children and how we can support them on their learning journey

Zeba Ahmad profile picture

Wednesday, April 16

11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Colleen Dell, PhD, founder and co-director of PAWSitive Connections Lab

Dr. Dell is an animal therapy researcher and practitioner specializing in treatment for mental health, addictions, and well-being.

Colleen Dell, PhD 

Reserve the following dates for more winter presentations at the WDM. Doors open at 11:30. Speakers tba.

Wednesday February 19

Wednesday March 19

Wednesday May 21

Not on our email list?  Send us an email at ss.usra@usask.ca so we can add you to our list.

Suggestions?  Please let us know by email if you have suggestions for topics or presenters!

USask and Saskatoon Community

USask:

  • PAWS Login to PAWS to see news and upcoming events on your personalized My Announcements list.
    NOTE:  Check the Settings for My Announcements to select the categories of news you are interested in.

  • Retirement Channel (PAWS sign-in required) Retirees now have access to information on the Retirement Channel through PAWS.

  • USask Calendar of Dates and Events Search this calendar by college for virtual and other events. 

Saskatoon Seniors Continuing Learning Inc. (SSCL)

  • SSCL, in collaboration with the College of Arts & Science, offers non-degree courses to people aged 55 and better. These popular courses deal with a wide range of literary, political, scientific, historical, religious, and artistic subjects.  

Saskatoon Council on Aging (SCOA)

  • SCOA hosts many seminars and activities of interest to our members.

  • Calendar of Events See SCOA's calendar for upcoming seminars and events.

  • YouTube channel  Many recorded seminars are available for viewing on the SCOA's YouTube channel.

Previous USRA Presentations Online

Zoom recording and or PowerPoint slides are available for many presentations held between 2020-2022 during Covid-19 in-person gathering restrictions and for one presentation in 2018 from Dr. Tom Wilson.  See Previous Presentations.