Rivers West District for Sport, Culture & Recreation

10/01/2026

Open to everyone! Register here >> https://bit.ly/4hYpCvi

09/29/2026

Rivers West District offices will be closed Wednesday, September 30th in honour of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

This day is observed annually and honours the survivors of Canada's residential school system, their families, and the children who never returned

• Commemoration: The day remembers the more than 150,000 Indigenous children forced into federally run residential schools.

• Orange Shirt Day: Coincides with Orange Shirt Day, inspired by survivor Phyllis Webstad, whose new orange shirt was taken away on her first day at St. Joseph’s Mission residential school.

• Every Child Matters: The phrase and the color orange symbolize the stripping of culture, language, and identity, as well as the ongoing commitment that every child matters.

09/25/2026

09/23/2026

Partnerships Make Great Things Happen!

We’re so happy to see that Rivers West Play, Create, Participate Program Funding helped support BIRC BUDDIES programming and creating some wonderful experiences for families in our communities!

BIRC shared some fantastic photos with us from their recent adventures, showing just how much fun participants had. 📸😊

Our Community Development Coordinator, Bobbi, also connected with BIRC while they were organizing events in Unity and Kindersley, providing books to include in the BIRC BUDDIES take-home kits for families. 📚

We love seeing organizations work together to create meaningful opportunities across the district. Thank you, BIRC, for sharing these moments with us — we’re proud to be part of the partnership!

09/21/2026

Thanks to Rivers West District for Sport, Culture & Recreation, new recreation equipment is helping create more opportunities for youth to get active, learn and connect.

Through grant funding from Rivers West, the City has added new kickballs, pickleball rackets, tennis balls and a versatile net for volleyball, pickleball and tennis to its recreation equipment for programs.

This new equipment will help us expand programming, increase participation and offer more hands-on opportunities that support skill development, creativity, leadership and personal growth.

Most importantly, it gives youth more ways to stay active, build connections and get involved in their community.

Thanks again to Rivers West District for Sport, Culture & Recreation for supporting recreation opportunities in Lloydminster!

09/21/2026

Thank you Ian for allowing us to share your experience with the Facility Operators Support Program!

09/21/2026

There are still a few spots available for this amazing, fun, creative workshop! Register right away so you don't miss it!
https://form.jotform.com/262506436929263

09/16/2026

Rivers West District would like to congratulate and thank Koralie Mack, recipient of the 2026 Outstanding Coach Community Champion Award!

This award recognizes Koralie’s meaningful contribution of time, energy, and passion to sport and celebrates the positive impact she has made on athletes and within her community. Her dedication, leadership, and commitment to encouraging and supporting others are truly appreciated and deserving of this recognition.

Koralie is a dedicated community wrestling coach who has made a lasting impact on young athletes in Unity and Wilkie. A former provincial medalist herself, she has given back to the sport that shaped her by investing countless hours in developing, encouraging, and supporting the next generation of wrestlers. As a co-coach, she has helped guide her teams to an impressive seven provincial boys’ and girls’ team championships.

Koralie’s commitment extends far beyond competition. Living in Unity, she travels to Wilkie two to three times each week for practices, often covering her own travel expenses. She also gives up many weekends with her family to accompany athletes to tournaments, again taking on many of the costs herself.

At practice, Koralie doesn’t simply coach from the sidelines—she gets right onto the mat. Whether demonstrating techniques, working one-on-one with an athlete, or stepping in as a training partner when numbers or weight classes don’t match up, she leads by example. Her willingness to put in the same effort she asks of her athletes demonstrates the work ethic, resilience, and dedication she hopes to instill in them.

Koralie’s passion for wrestling and genuine commitment to the athletes she coaches have strengthened the wrestling program and positively influenced the young people involved.

Congratulations, Koralie, and thank you for making a difference through coaching!

Pictured L to R: Koralie Mack & Bobbi Hebron, RWD Community Development Coordinator

09/10/2026

🍂 September is buzzing at Rivers West!

Our latest E-News is packed with RWD updates, exciting happenings from around the district, funding opportunities, upcoming events and plenty more.

There’s lots to discover this month!

https://riverswestdistrict.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/The-River-Current-Sept-2026.pdf