Programs and Events
Explore our upcoming events and learning opportunities to learn more and live well with dementia.
Evening of Education
Understanding the Canada Disability Benefit and Other Financial Supports: A Service Canada Presentation
Presenter: Melanie Friesen, Citizen Services Specialist, Service Canada
Navigating financial benefits can be challenging, especially when living with dementia or supporting someone who is.
Join us to learn about the Canada Disability Benefit, including who may be eligible and how to apply. This presentation will also highlight other federal financial support programs and explain how Service Canada specialists can help individuals identify and access benefits that fit their unique circumstances.
What Participants Will Learn
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The key features of the Canada Disability Benefit and who may be eligible
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How to navigate the application process for the Canada Disability Benefit
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Other federal benefits that may provide financial support
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How Service Canada specialists can help you identify and access benefits that best meet your needs
Whether you are living with dementia, caring for a family member, or supporting someone through their dementia journey, this session will provide valuable information to help you access available supports and maximize financial resources.
November 18, 2026
Virtual - Delivered via Zoom
7:00-8:30pm
Please note: This event will not be recorded
To register please click here
Registration deadline November 16th, 2026
Risk Reduction Presentation
Online Via Zoom
November 23rd, 2026
12:00pm-1:00pm
This presentation will focus on the four pillars of dementia risk reduction. Register today to learn about what evidence backed changes you can make for improving brain health.
Learning Series
The Learning Series helps people with dementia, their families and friends to live as well as possible with the disease. The courses offered build upon each other to provide participants with a comprehensive overview of dementia, coping strategies, available resources and support. Participants have the opportunity to learn and share with others who are affected by dementia.
Stay tuned for future event dates.
For full information about our Learning Series, please visit our Learning Series page.
Minds in Motion®
Minds in Motion® is an evidence-based program that includes physical exercise, social and mind-stimulating activities for people living with early stage dementia to attend with a care partner.
Saskatoon
Tuesdays - In-person
October 6 – December 8, 2026
1:30-3:30 pm
Saskatoon Field House - 2020 College Dr
Cost: $40 per participant / must register as a pair
Registration Code: FH4510-01
To register, call 306-975-3354 (press 3 to speak to a customer service representative)
Saskatoon registration opens Monday, August 17, 2026
Regina
Thursdays - In-person
October 8 - December 10, 2026
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Northwest Leisure Centre - 1127 Arnason St
Cost: $30 per participant/must register as a pair
Activity Number: 84931
To register, call 306-777-7529
Registration opens for Regina residents August 11, 2026
Non-Regina residents August 18, 2026
Virtual
Mondays – facilitated over Zoom
October 5 – December 14, 2026
No class on October 12th, 2026
9:30 am – 11:00am
Cost: $30 per participant /must register as a pair
To register, please email [email protected]
Or call Carolee at 306-786-3600
Registration opens August 11, 2026
Coffee and Chat
For people with dementia and their care partners. This is NOT a Support Group, but an opportunity for you to check in with each other. Make yourself comfortable, grab a cup of coffee or tea and join some of the Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan staff and peers online to say ‘hello’ and let us know how you are doing.
We will be online via Zoom every Friday (except holidays) - 10:30-11:30 am. Click the following email to register to attend: [email protected]
Please note: Due to privacy and confidentiality, we will not be able to address personal client matters during the chat, but will be happy to connect you with a First Link Coordinator or Client Services Team Manager who will be able to support you.
Support Groups
The Alzheimer Society offers support groups for people with dementia and caregivers that can improve quality of life and the ability to cope with the challenges of the disease.
Dementia Friendly Communities Online Presentation
This presentation will help you understand what a dementia friendly community is and learn actions you can take in your community or workplace to make it more accessible and inclusive for people living with dementia.
Please contact [email protected] for more information.
ABCs of Dementia Online Presentation
This presentation will help you become aware of the changes in Abilities, Behaviour, and Communication that can be caused by dementia.
Stay tuned for future event dates.
Risk Reduction Online Presentation
This presentation will get you thinking about how your lifestyle affects your brain health and go over 10 changes you can make to reduce your risk of dementia.
Stay tuned for future event dates.
Maintaining a Healthy and Safe Program Environment
If you are unwell and have symptoms including, but not limited to, coughing, sneezing, runny nose, sore throat and/or headache, please refrain from attending Alzheimer Society programs or events to reduce the spread of illness.
If you or a member of your household has a contagious disease, has tested positive for COVID-19, or you suspect you may have an illness, please do not attend Alzheimer Society programs or events.