Big Brothers Big Sisters of Yorkton and Area was the recipient of a South Saskatchewan Foundation Grant, used to host Monday morning’s Vital Community Conversation at SIGN.
A number of different issues -- positive and negative -- came up, in an effort to better the community.
Some of the issues raised were the need for a non-demominational place for youth to hang out.
“Where do the kids hang out? The mall,” said Don Stein.
“If that’s the case,” smiled Stein, “Well...we need a better mall.”
A few other suggestions held echoes of 1977.
“How about an indoor roller skate rink?”
Other concerns of import were those of inclusiveness -- where all cultures could be together. First Nations, new Canadians, multi-generational Canadians alike.
Other improvements suggested was further developing the relationship between First Nation and RCMP in Yorkton and surrounding areas.
Irma Van De Bon Nicol of Big Brothers Big Sisters served as moderator for the event. Light refreshments were served.
