Resource rich, Buffalo Narrows is Williams’ home community. “Narrows” refers to the area between Peter Pond Lake (formerly Buffalo Lake) and Churchill Lake (formerly Clear Lake). This community is shaped by the fur trade, logging and fishing. In 1998, William moved from the community to enrol in “carpentry training.” This training not only provided employment income but is also a valuable skill. … [Read more...] about William D (ID#GNC0661)
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Tiffany B (ID#GNC0489)
She’s finishing up her Business Administration diploma while raising three children. Tiffany is working so hard so she can show the way for her children (all under 12 years of age). This is hope-building for children so that they, too, can have more opportunities in the future. She is also: “work[ing] on getting a vehicle to get around with my family.” All this while balancing the larger social … [Read more...] about Tiffany B (ID#GNC0489)
Grant S (ID#GNC1066)
The work of a pipefitter is to ensure manufactured pieces fit together as per engineering specs, so chemicals and other compounds move safely. It’s important work and Grant will recall his Local Union number with pride. From Alberta, ‘Grant the Pipefitter,’ has called Regina home for eight years. His hobbies include cheering for his favourite hockey, baseball and football teams (did we convert a … [Read more...] about Grant S (ID#GNC1066)
Matthew M. (ID# GNC0073)
Matthew grew up on Gordon First Nation and is currently residing in Lestock in Nursing Home. He enjoys playing bingo, watching movies, dancing, and watching music videos. Matthew is currently facing health challenges as he is mostly non-verbal and wheelchair bound. His goal for the future is to keep prayingMatthew grew up on Gordon First Nation and is currently residing in Lestock in Nursing Home. … [Read more...] about Matthew M. (ID# GNC0073)
Marvin C. (ID# GNC0467)
Marvin grew up on Muscowpetung First Nation and currently lives in Lestock in a Nursing Home. He enjoys watching movies, playing bingo, and reading. Marvin is always happy and always praying. He is currently facing health challenges as he is bound to a wheel chair due to mobility impairment. He hopes to be able to walk in the future and have a house of his own on his First Nation. … [Read more...] about Marvin C. (ID# GNC0467)
Martin S. (ID# GNC0962)
Martin grew up in Ontario and moved to Regina in 1985, where he got married and they started their family in 1987 when they welcomed their daughter. Martin is currently living in a trailer hoping to have more stable housing for him and his grandchildren. Martin describes his four grandchildren as his inspiration. … [Read more...] about Martin S. (ID# GNC0962)
Keith L. (ID# GNC1171)
Keith grew up in Lestock, SK and enjoyed being out in the country. Keith enjoys taking care of his lawn and working. Unfortunately, he has a disability and is unable to do everything he once enjoyed. He hopes to get his license in the future. … [Read more...] about Keith L. (ID# GNC1171)
Saraphine A. (ID# GNC0283)
Saraphine grew up in Lestock, SK and moved to Regina because most of her family lived her. She enjoyed learning from the elders in her community. She enjoys sewing, reading, and spending time with her family. A current struggle Saraphine is facing, is alcohol use. She is hopeful to go back to school in the future. … [Read more...] about Saraphine A. (ID# GNC0283)
Shirley J. (ID# GNC1255)
Her faith in Jesus is her compass, her hope. Shirley is from Buffalo Narrows. Her family had to move from the community when her grandfather was being treated for Tuberculosis at the sanatorium in Fort Qu’Appelle. Home is important to her and she spends time organizing her space so her 13 grandchildren feel welcome when they visit. She enjoys doing home-y things like sewing and curling up in a … [Read more...] about Shirley J. (ID# GNC1255)