The AIM Program

What a great night!

AIM is on the look out for a Teacher to join our team!

*If your child is entering Grade 3 this fall, or is graduating Grade 6 this June, you are free to complete the survey*

The University of Regina is seeking Canadian parents and caregivers of third to sixth grade students with Down syndrome to participate in our online research survey. The survey will ask parents and caregivers about their perspectives on:

o Their child’s friendship experiences
o Challenges they face supporting friendship development
o Strategies they use
o The role of schools in friendship development
o Their child’s mental well-being and social abilities
o Their own mental well-being and parenting style

The survey will take approximately 40-minutes to complete and can be found by scanning the QR code or by clicking the link below:

https://uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0koFiTiAd15SgOW

The Rise Strength Lab was full of happiness on Sunday as they hosted our first ever deadlifting competition!! 11 athletes from AIM collected pledges to compete and together raised a total of $12,195!! Thank you to everyone that sponsored our athletes and came out to cheer them on, we are beyond proud of all of them!! Special shout out to Jacob “Tyrannosaurus Flex“ for taking home the gold for his 125lbs lift and to Mykola “Kusya the Crippler” for collecting the most pledges!

On Sunday June 9th, participants from AIM will show us what they are made of at the "RISE UP FOR DOWN SYNDROME" deadlifting competition hosted by the Rise Strength Lab!!

Each athlete must collect pledges to compete. Proceeds will be used to support social events and gatherings hosted AIM's parent committee.

If you would like to sponsor an athlete, please contact us!
(306)381-6246 or via email: [email protected]

CLASI is planning our next Parent Information Evening! Please see the poster for detail and contact Darla to register!

⛳️ ⛳️ Make an impact with your brand! Cosmo invites you to become a sponsor of the Riverside Vipond Golf Classic presented by Degelman Pruden Wealth, benefiting persons with disabilities. By aligning your business with this meaningful cause, you're not just gaining exposure; you're demonstrating your commitment to a more inclusive community. From prominent logo placement to networking opportunities with like-minded individuals, sponsorship offers a powerful platform to showcase your brand while making a difference.

🏌️‍♂️ Contact us today a [email protected] (306-664-3158 ext 242) to learn more about sponsorship packages and join us in making this tournament a success that resonates far beyond the greens!

View the Sponsorship brochure at https://cosmoindustries.com/riversidevipond.html

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HUGE thank you to Boryski's Butcher Block!! They have been supporters of AIM for a long time and we are beyond grateful. Come have a burger at the Grillin' for Gratitude BBQ today in support of the AIM Program!!

Happy Friday!!

The sun is shining, it's Friday and we have a fun Event announcement from the new AIM Parent Committee!

ALL AIM learners are invited to help us raise funds and highlight their ability at the "RISE UP FOR DOWN SYNDROME DEADLIFTING COMPETITION" at the Rise Strength Lab in Saskatoon on Sunday June 9th.

Each athlete will collect a minimum of $250 sponsorship dollars to compete. register here:

Rise up for Down Syndrome Registration Help us raise funds and highlight our learners abilities at the Rise up for Down Syndrome Deadlifting Competition!

Come have a burger and support the AIM Program on Saturday at the Market Square on the corner of Avenue B and 19th Street.

We are still looking for volunteers, email us at [email protected] if you are able to help us out!

Our girl Lauren was named the Special Olympics Saskatchewan campaign athlete ambassador this year!! We couldn’t be more proud ❤️

Visit your local Sobeys to donate and help athletes like Lauren reach their goal of raising $500,000!!

Special Olympian Lauren Niessen Lauren Niessen from Saskatoon is one of nine Special Olympic athletes who have become ambassadors for a countr...

Recently our friends at the TELUS Friendly Future Foundation provided AIM the funding needed to complete our new sensory room with specialized equipment! We are beyond grateful for their support!

Thank you TELUS for helping us make a difference!

On Wednesday March 20th AIM's Executive Director and Board Chair had the honour of attending the 2024-25 provincial budget at the Saskatchewan Legislative Building in Regina. We are grateful for the Government of Saskatchewan's continued support and investment in our learners.

TOGETHER WE ARE MAKING A DIFFERENCE!

March 21st is World Down Syndrome Day! We're celebrating with The AIM Program 💙💛

The Double Down Silent Auction is officially open!

Double Down for a Difference Silent auction 'Double Down for a Difference' hosted online at 32auctions.

AIM's Double Down for a Difference Silent Auction opens tomorrow at noon!!! Items are up for preview now!!

Double Down for a Difference Silent auction 'Double Down for a Difference' hosted online at 32auctions.

Tickets are amost gone!! Get yours while you still can!!

Double Down for a Difference Silent Auction will launch this wednesday - stay tuned for the link!

Happy Snow Day!
The AIM office is closed today due to the weekend storm! All in-person and virtual sessions have been cancelled.

Our friends at Gregg Distributors LP have supported the Aim Program for many years, they truly see the ability in our learners.

Recently Gregg Distributors LP provided financial support for our brand new custom designed.... SENSORY ROOM! The addition of this specialized space is a game changer for AIM! Thank you to everyone Gregg Distributors LP for your ongoing support.

Have you got your tickets yet? Join us on March 22nd for an evening of food, music, gambling and more!! All proceeds will be used to help support the innovative services offered at the AIM Program.

Double Down for a Difference Let's go all in for a fun-filled casino night!

ORDERS CLOSED

💙💛 ✨ Friendship Bracelet Kits ✨ 💛💙

To celebrate upcoming World Down Syndrome Day (March 21st), the Saskatchewan Down Syndrome Society is holding a do-it-yourself (DIY) friendship bracelet kit fundraiser.

For $21, each DIY kit includes an assortment of blue, yellow, gold, and white coloured beads, letter beads (see below), and string to create seven (7) friendship bracelets.

Letter beads included in each kit will spell:
- inclusion
- ⁠advocate
- ⁠with us
- ⁠lucky few
- ⁠friend
- ⁠community
- ⁠be you

Create, share, and exchange friendship bracelets with your friends and family to celebrate and raise awareness for World Down Syndrome Day this year.

We will accept orders from Thursday, February 8th to 11:59 PM Thursday, February 22nd. Please contact us at [email protected] to order your DIY friendship bracelet kit. Kits will arrive in your home before March 21st 💙💛

Tickets available now!! Join us on Friday March 22nd for our 2nd Annual Double Down for a Difference Fundraiser!

Double Down for a Difference Let's go all in for a fun-filled casino night!

We're on the lookout for a passionate and dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist to join our team at AIM.

Our 2nd Annual Double Down for a Difference fundraiser is just around the corner! Mark your calendars!

Thank you to the whole crew at Rawlco Radio for welcoming our learners from AIM's Independent-You groups into the studio this week! Tune in to to hear special holiday greetings from the AIM learners throughout the next couple weeks.

C95 650 CKOM Rock 102

What a great way to wrap up 2023 at the AIM Program. Thank you TCU Financial Group for believing in our ability!!

In our Community!

We are thrilled to share that our Corporate Social Responsibility Committee here at TCU Financial Group has donated to The AIM Program, an organization that helps individuals with Down Syndrome reach their potential through expert programing.

We would like to extend a sincere thank you for all the hard work, commitment, and thoughtfulness you put into your programs and our community!

For more information on The AIM Program, please visit their website https://aimprogram.ca/