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Enhancing Retirement Stability PAGE 7

50th Anniversary Celebration PAGE 8

Your New Outreach PAGE 2

Letter from the President WRITTEN BY: DOUG STILL

As educators, late summer represented new beginnings with the arrival of a new school year, and as a superannuate organization, this time of year is when activity at the Chapter and provincial levels begin to pick up once again.

As we move into 2023-24, this issue marks a major transition in both focus and format for Outreach, which has gone through many changes since its inception in 1974.

In winter 2022, the STS conducted a member survey in which over ten per cent of our 12,000 members participated.

This is a high participation rate when

compared to federal election surveys which typically engage slightly over 1,000 people across the country The survey showed a significant proportion of members read Outreach, access our website at sts. sk.ca and engage with our Facebook page (Superannuated Teachers of Saskatchewan). Communication is important for our members, and our various ‘platforms’ are designed to meet those needs, as well as to engage members.

2023 is our 50th anniversary year when we celebrate our rich tradition and look forward to the years ahead. Thank you to the Provincial Executive, the Communications Advisory Committee, Executive Director Murray Wall, and Content Curator, Kevin Schmidt, for their leadership, contributions and commitment as we introduce this inaugural edition of the next generation of Outreach. Enjoy the read! ●

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All articles in Outreach represent the information and opinions of the authors and not necessarily those of the STS. Reminders STS Group Benefit Plan holders who are eligible for the

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Have a story idea or a topic you would like us to include? We’d love to hear from you. Reach us at sts@sts.sk.ca

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In this Issue

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HEN I WAS a student I enjoyed Greek and Roman history, and how these two civilizations impact us today. I am reminded of the god, Janus, with two faces - one looks to the past and the other to the future. It is not surprising that January, aptly named after this god, is when we look back on the previous year and forward to the next.

Journey Into Retirement, Following a Path of Adult Development

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Your Outreach

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Meet Your Executive

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Enhancing Retirement Stability

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50th Anniversary Celebration

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Top 5 Travel Questions

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Winter Getaway

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Denmark, Worth a Look

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The Myth of Normal

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Volunteering

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information on the Saskatchewan Seniors’ Drug Plan, please speak with your pharmacist or contact the Seniors’ Drug Plan office at 1-800-667-7581. If you live in Regina please call 306-787-3317.

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Transitions

WRITTEN BY: DAVE DERKSEN

Part I - Retirement Challenges and New Learning

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N THE LAST few years, I have entered a transition period in my life, retiring from a long-time role in education. My career defined who I was for many years, but retirement has raised new questions about my identity and sense of self-worth: Who will I be in retirement? How will I find purpose?

Thanks to my comfortable pension, I have a lot of time to think about these questions while I watch the birds at our feeder.

Fortunately, when I started this contemplation, friends introduced me to theories of developmental psychology. As I studied the research they recommended, I began to feel more comfortable with - even excited about - changes in my life, thanks to new insights about the stages adults go through and how to navigate transitions.

To back up a bit, as a parent, coach, teacher, and administrator for over 30 years, I relied upon research findings on child development to make appropriate decisions for students and my own kids. The concept of human development was not new to me.

It was an aha moment that seemed to explain what was behind my post-retirement conundrums Surprisingly, I didn’t make the leap in thinking beyond how children develop to consider how Outreach

adults continue to evolve throughout their lives.

Then, last spring, I listened to Ron Medved and Gregg Cochlan on their podcast, The Kitchen Table, and heard Ron describe Carl Jung’s distinction between the morning and afternoon of life. It was an aha moment that seemed to explain what was behind my post-retirement conundrums.

Jung wrote that hanging on to priorities from the “morning of life” (like competing to amass wealth, power, and influence) is unnecessary and even toxic in the “afternoon”. This revelation eased a lot of the internal tension I was feeling. I wanted to learn more. Gregg shared other helpful theories of adult development from thought leaders like Don Beck, Robert Kegan, and Scott Barry Kaufman.

I am grateful to these friends and researchers for extending my understanding of where I have been and where I could be heading in my continuing development. Now, at 60 years of age, I am leaning on adult development theories to understand and feel good about my current transition and future life changes.

In Part 2, I will share more about what I have learned and how it is helping me. ● Dave Derksen spent 31 years with Saskatoon Public Schools. In retirement, he enjoys life with Marlys, his wife of 35 years and their growing family. He features diverse human experiences on his podcast Stories told by Friends and is a regular guest on TPI’s The Kitchen Table.

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Your Outreach

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WRITTEN BY: JANE MACLEOD/KEVIN SCHMIDT

INCE ITS INCEPTION, the Superannuated Teachers of Saskatchewan Executive recognized the importance of staying in touch with Chapters and Members-At-Large. The Outreach Newsletter was first published in 1974 under the editorial guidance of Caroline Robins, Emma Stewart, and Al Sexsmith with the purpose of communicating and informing members of Executive meeting highlights and of organizational, local, Chapter and national events.

Outreach has evolved since the early days. In 1976, Caroline Robins, as Outreach coordinator, supported by the STF’s print department, mailed 321 newsletters to members in Saskatchewan and across Canada with a printing cost of $7.22.

Flora Henderson assumed the role of Outreach editor in 1979. As part of her account in 1984, Ruth McIntosh, the STS historian, added to Flora’s annual report by stating, “Flora forgot to mention that the personally addressed letter you receive from her is just one of some 700 letters sent hither and yon (Canada, U.S.A., Great Britain) at least four times a year. Just a super job, Flora!

By 1986, editor Sylvia Birney, working with a paid typist, had a distribution of 900 and by 1992, the circulation was over 2000. Upon her retirement after nine years as editor, Sylvia invited the Executive to consider options for the newsletter’s distribution in stating, “Hopefully, by September, 1994, we’ll be into a whole new era suitable and satisfactory in our rapidly changing world.”

Indeed, by 2023, in addition to email distribution notifications of over 3,500 emails, Outreach has a paper distribution of over 7,300 copies with a printing and distribution cost of close to $11,000 per issue. Outreach is also publicly available through the STS website.

The refresh of Outreach, as the STS’s primary communication medium, marks another milestone in the organization’s history.

OUTREACH – THE FUTURE Welcome to the new Outreach. The STS Executive is excited to provide members with a refreshed magazine four times a year (down from five) sharing articles of common interest rather than focusing on information from STS Executive meetings. Information and resources may cover a vast range of topics or focus on a specific theme from a variety of perspectives.

Our readers are invited to submit nature photos, travel stories, teaching stories, poetry, prose or published articles they feel would be beneficial to share with colleagues (no remuneration will be given). We look forward to building an archive of material that may be published in future issues of Outreach. Send your materials to stsoutreach@sts.sk.ca.

We hope you enjoy your new Outreach magazine. ● Jane has experience as a teacher and educational leader in Saskatoon as well as in Papua New Guinea and Abu Dhabi. Upon her return to Canada in 2016, Jane worked at the STF as Senior Manager of Research and Records. Today, as an active superannuate, Jane continues to enjoy researching and writing about educational issues from both a local and global perspective.

Kevin was a teacher for 22 years before joining the Senior Administrative Staff of the Federation in 2009.

As a superannuate, Kevin is excited to accept this new challenge as the content curator for the refreshed Outreach and looks forward to curating an informative and entertaining magazine for our readers.

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Indeed, by 2023, in addition to email distribution notifications of over 3,500 emails, Outreach has a paper distribution of over 7300 copies with a printing and distribution cost of close to $11,000 per issue. Outreach is also publicly available through the STS website.

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Sunil Pandila

PRESIDENT, STF COUNCILLOR Regina Chapter, Regina

PAST-PRESIDENT, STF COUNCILLOR Moose Jaw Chapter, Moose Jaw

• 31 years teaching experience primarily in Humboldt Collegiate

• 33 years teaching experience all within Moose Jaw

• Seventh year on STS Executive • The STS Executive is an opportunity to contribute to the larger organization, enjoy the interaction with members as well as Provincial Executive colleagues

Sue Amundrud VICE-PRESIDENT, STF COUNCILLOR Carrot River Valley (Melfort and District) Chapter, Melfort • 13 years teaching experience and 17 years with Ministry of Education

• Thirteenth year on STS Executive • The STS Executive is an opportunity to serve members and seemed like a natural continuation of my time spent on STF local involvement allowing me to keep informed in matters pertaining to retired teachers

Helen Sukovieff ACER-CART REPRESENTATIVE Regina Chapter, Regina • Over 32 years teaching experience, primarily in Regina

• Eighth year on STS Executive

• Eleventh year on STS Executive

• The STS Executive is an opportunity to see the “big picture” of the organization and allows me to continue involvement with colleagues who care about public education and support of teachers.

• I like the role of ACER-CART Representative because I am able to see the “big picture” - what is the same across the country, what is different, what can we do in Saskatchewan to enhance services and programs for our members

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Don Gabel STF COUNCILLOR Regina Chapter, Regina • 31 years teaching experience, 22 years as a Principal and Vice-Principal • Tenth year on STS Executive • Serving on the STS Executive and supporting the needs of retired teachers was a natural extension of the many years I’ve spent supporting teachers as an STF Councillor and Provincial Executive member

Huguette Kitchen STF COUNCILLOR Lloydminster Chapter, Lloydminster • Started teaching in 1977 and have taught in New Brunswick, Ontario and Saskatchewan in both English and French Immersion programs • Third year on STS Executive • I became involved on the Executive to be actively involved to represent our membership, and to assist fellow Provincial Executive members to advocate and support our members in achieving the Aims of the STS

Alan Laughlin STF COUNCILLOR Battlefords and District Chapter, Rabbit Lake

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in the welfare of both active teachers and superannuated teachers, particularly those who have retired on very modest pensions

Terri Mitchell STF COUNCILLOR Yorkton Chapter, Yorkton • 30 years teaching experience all at Yorkton Regional High School in Yorkton • Fifth year on STS Executive • I was drawn to being connected to fine people through the social and recreational activities as well as feeling a responsibility to do my part to serve our members and to honour the work of those who came before us

Devona Putland STF COUNCILLOR Moosomin Chapter, Moosomin • 30 years teaching experience and more as a substitute teacher primarily in the southeast • Fifth year on STS Executive • I got involved with the STS Executive to promote STS membership, recreation events, group benefits plan, and to represent the southeast area of our province

Martin Berg MEMBER-AT-LARGE Unity Chapter, Unity

• Began teaching in 1977 in Spiritwood, then Battleford, Northlands College, Coleville and Kindersley

• 30 years teaching experience including Kamsack and Mayfair but primarily in Unity Composite High School

• Tenth year on STS Executive

• First year on STS Executive

• I was always concerned about the welfare of teachers and now that I’m retired, I have a remaining interest

• My reason for wanting to serve on the STS Executive is to have the opportunity to work with a arrow-right

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group of colleagues dedicated to improving the quality of life for their fellow Superannuates.

Joyce Hoffman MEMBER-AT-LARGE Regina Chapter, Regina • 38 years teaching experience in the southwest in Success School as well as Waldeck Elementary and High School • Thirteenth year on STS Executive • I am interested in working together with other likeminded people to advocate for superannuated teachers leading to my decision to become involved in this volunteer team

Jane Isinger MEMBER-AT-LARGE Saskatoon Chapter, Saskatoon • 35 year teaching career as a teacher in Prince Albert and then also in Central Office in Prince Albert, Saskatoon West and Prairie Spirit School Divisions • Eighth year on STS Executive • Active involvement at the Chapter and Provincial levels is one way that I can give back to my profession and support retired members as well as active teachers

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Owen Sebastian MEMBER-AT-LARGE Shaunavon Chapter, Shaunavon • 35 years teaching experience in Handel, Windhorst, Sonningdale but primarily in Shaunavon High School • First year on STS Executive • After many years of involvement with the STF advocating on behalf of my fellow teachers, it is only natural that I would continue advocating for the interests of retired teachers as a member of the STS Executive.

Diane Selby

MEMBER-AT-LARGE Saskatoon Chapter, Saskatoon • Over 38 years of teaching experience in Calgary, Saskatoon, overseas in Germany as well as for NORTEP in La Ronge • Third year on STS Executive • I have always been interested in learning about things beyond my city and as a life long learner, I am interested in provincial information and issues pertaining to retired teachers

Anna Wehrkamp

Dean Lucyk

MEMBER-AT-LARGE Carrot River Valley (Melfort and District) Chapter, Gronlid

MEMBER-AT-LARGE Regina Chapter, Regina

• 33 years of teaching experience, primarily in Gronlid School

• 33 years of teaching experience, four years in Grenfell and 29 in Regina Catholic

• As a teacher, I was always involved in committee work and organizations and I have a desire to contribute to an organization that is involved with advocacy for education and retired persons

• First year on STS Executive • I have always enjoyed serving members and making life better for all whether with the STF or now with the STS

• Ninth year on STS Executive ●

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Finances

Enhancing Retirement Stability Delaying CPP and OAS for Retired Teachers with RRSPs WRITTEN BY: TRÉ BYNOE Superannuated teachers enjoy the income from a reliable, monthly pension. Superannuates receive a bridge benefit and have access to government supports such as the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) and Old Age Security (OAS).

It is important for superannuates to be strategic about when to apply for government supports such as the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) and Old Age Security (OAS) in order to maximize those benefits and to improve retirement income stability. Superannuates are invited to consider the following information as they create their strategy.

UNDERSTANDING THE BRIDGE BENEFIT Before we discuss the advantages of delaying CPP and OAS, it is important to understand the concept of the bridge benefit. The bridge benefit is a temporary payment provided to teachers who have retired. The bridge benefit is a payment from the pension plan to bridge the gap between your date of retirement and the end of the month when you turn 65 years of age. The bridge benefit ensures a steady income until you can receive full government benefits.

ADVANTAGES OF DELAYING CPP AND OAS Avoiding OAS Claw-backs: If your retirement income is too high, the OAS benefit may be ‘clawed back,’ resulting in you missing out on some or all of your benefits. By delaying your application for OAS until you reduce your income, you may avoid triggering the claw-back, which allows you to receive your full OAS benefits and maximize your overall retirement income.

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MAXIMIZING GROWTH OF CPP AND OAS BENEFITS CPP and OAS benefits increase by certain percentages for each year you delay applying for the benefit. Therefore, the longer you delay claiming these benefits, the higher the benefit payments. This delayed approach allows you to maximize the benefit you will receive.

Strategic retirement planning can bring significant benefits for individuals who have predictable income from a pension plan. Delaying CPP and OAS applications can provide a mechanism to avoid OAS claw-backs and optimize the CPP and OAS benefit amounts. In a future article, I will discuss using RRSP withdrawals to support your income needs, optimize your income taxes, diversify your sources of income, and maximize the long-term growth of your retirement savings.

It is advisable to consult a financial advisor to customize this strategy to suit your circumstances and optimize your retirement income.

Tré Bynoe, CFP®, RIS, CIM® Financial Planner TCU Wealth Management Tré is known for his relentless pursuit of truth, candor, and clear insights. Tré has a unique approach based on recognizing opportunities and building a framework around decision-making to help his clients systematically reach their goals.

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HE STS PROVINCIAL organization initially formed on October 10, 1973 which makes 2023 our 50th Anniversary year! Chapters have been encouraged to hold their own celebratory events and the pictures here contain a sampling of the various events organized and held by Chapters to recognize this important milestone in our organization.

STS Weyburn C STS Parkland Chapter

STS South Central Chapter

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STS South Central Chapter

STS Okanagan Valley Chapter

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Top 5 Travel Questions WRITTEN BY: ANNA SHEWCHUK

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What You Need To Know About Your Travel Insurance HETHER IT IS your first trip in a while or you’re a frequent flyer, if you’re planning on going somewhere outside your province of residence or across international borders, travel insurance is essential. Your Superannuated Teachers of Saskatchewan Benefits Plan includes coverage for outside province of residence travel.

HOW MANY DAYS OF COVERAGE DOES MY TRAVEL INSURANCE PROVIDE? Your Superannuated Teachers of Saskatchewan Benefits plan provides you with 65 days of coverage per trip. If needed, you can purchase additional days through Saskatchewan Blue Cross at 1-800-667-6853. Please note that this is a separate Plan from the STS Plan and may have different coverage and a different pre-existing clause.

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Your Superannuated Teachers of Saskatchewan Benefits Plan includes coverage for outside province of residence travel.

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WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW ABOUT PRE-EXISTING CONDITIONS? Your out-of-province travel benefits include an exclusion for pre-existing medical conditions. If you have a preexisting medical condition, it’s important that your condition is considered stable.

This means that in the 90 days prior to travel, the following must apply: • there has not been any new treatment prescribed or recommended, or change to existing treatment (including a stoppage of treatment) • there has not been any change to any existing prescribed drug (including an increase, decrease, or stoppage to prescribed dosage), or any recommendation, or starting of a new prescription drug

WHAT IF I RECEIVE A COVID-19 VACCINE/BOOSTER OR FLU SHOT WITHIN 90 DAYS PRIOR TO DEPARTURE? If you receive a COVID-19 vaccine/ booster or flu shot in the 90 days prior to travel, this alone would not be considered a pre-existing condition and would not impact your travel coverage.

WHAT BENEFITS ARE INCLUDED IN MY TRAVEL INSURANCE? Your plan covers up to $5,000,000 (lifetime maximum) in emergency medical care expenses and provides you with 24/7 travel assistance services.

Refer to your policy booklet for full coverage details and a listing of allowable expenses.

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ARE THERE ANY OTHER EXCLUSIONS OR LIMITATIONS OF WHICH TO BE AWARE? Yes, some examples of common exclusions include treatment of certain health conditions, including pregnancyrelated conditions, and claims generated by activities such as skydiving or bungee jumping, or while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. It is imperative that you read and understand the exclusions and limitations of your outside of province travel benefits found in your policy booklet prior to departure.

Insurance is assurance - providing you with peace of mind, so you can focus on enjoying your trip! ● Anna Shewchuk – Anna Shewchuk is a Senior Client Experience Specialist with Saskatchewan Blue Cross.

Anna has been with Saskatchewan Blue Cross for nearly 10 years and has been working directly with the STS team since 2020.

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Winter Getaway WRITTEN BY: JAMIE MILTON

WAS RECENTLY ASKED by a travel reporter, how the past years of COVID restrictions are impacting the current travel environment and trends for the future. The biggest trend and change from pre-COVID travel bookings is the urgency to go on big, bucket list trips and get our “must have” trips under our belts.

COVID essentially shut down travel for nearly three years. For many Canadians who have recently retired, these years were prime travel years – the years after retirement when you are still healthy enough to qualify for travel insurance and able to undertake trips that are longer in duration and further in distance. For many, these were “lost” years. Many recent retirees are feeling that they now have a shorter window to fulfill their bucket list and they are fitting more trips into a shorter amount of time, now booking two to three trips a year, versus one.

One of the hottest destinations for travel is New Zealand and Australia. New Zealand and Australia have long been a favourite for Canadians due to temperate weather, vast attractions and natural beauty as well as being a safe, English-speaking destination. With the South Pacific offering opposite seasons to Canada, this makes it an attractive winter getaway and often an alternative to the more traditional USA for snowbirds looking to escape.

Asia continues to grow in popularity, and we are seeing strong demand for Japan with its urban cities, cultural sites, and unique attractions like its annual cherry blossom season. With many retired Canadians having already experienced European River Cruises, it’s no surprise that the Mekong River Cruises which sail through Vietnam and

Cambodia, are exploding in popularity. These unique, ultra boutique riverboats offer up cultural, culinary, and historical wonders.

Lastly, European favourites, such as Ireland and Scotland call to Canadians seeking to learn more about their heritage or to experience the magic of Ireland’s rolling green hills, towering cliffs and quaint pubs with Celtic Music and storytellers blessed with the “gift of the gab”. Spain and Portugal top our destinations for those planning to go to Europe in 2023 and 2024. With their golden beaches, quaint historical towns and fine wines and food, travellers are discovering that Spain and Portugal are gems that can be visited almost year-round.

While you are checking off your list, be sure to pack your travel advisor and your travel insurance for peace of mind! ● Jamie has been in the travel industry since 1997 and spent most of that time with Uniglobe Carefree Travel. Now an owner and managing partner, Jamie is committed to working with other industry partners including the Saskatoon Air Service Group. Jamie takes every opportunity to travel and learn about tourism industries around the world in order to provide exceptional client services and has been the recipient of the Uniglobe Travel Western Canada Agency Owner of the Year three times.

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Denmark Worth A Look WRITTEN BY: JENS NEILSEN Denmark is frequently overlooked because it is somewhat removed from the more visited destinations and doesn’t have the same cachet as some of the southern areas like France, Italy, or Spain.

I offer that Denmark is a prime destination and Copenhagen is often a starting point for the many Baltic cruises that encompass nearby Sweden and Norway.

Denmark is the land of my birth and after multiple trips, I can honestly say that the people of this historic country are far removed from the depictions in many so-called “Scandinavian noir” films that have become quite popular in recent years. It is obvious to me why Denmark was annually voted the happiest place on earth.

Overall, the most appealing attribute of Copenhagen is how easy it is to navigate - even by foot. The major sites are located pretty much in sequence and it’s easy to tick all the boxes without becoming fatigued.

From the oft-mentioned statue of the Little Mermaid at the entrance to the harbour, to the much more impressive Gefion Fountain that is only a stone’s throw away, the city offers abundant sites and history.

Walk a short distance and you come upon the four royal palaces of Amalienborg, one of the buildings which has been converted into a well-worth-it visit museum. There’s also the daily changing of the guard through the streets if you’re interested.

this is the perfect place and choices are considerable. For sure the Danish open-face sandwiches (smorrebrod) or even the ubiquitous wiener wagons are a fine choice.

Then, right across the square featuring the Royal Opera House, comes Stroget, surely the finest walking street in the entire continent. Whether it’s window shopping or more that you seek there’s a wide variety that includes such Danish specialties as the Royal Copenhagen china store where the “seconds” can be quite affordable.

At the end of this street is the stately City Hall and then comes the oasis that is Tivoli Gardens right across from the Central train station. You would never know you’re right in the heart of a bustling metropolis and this is a classic way to end the day and enjoy the evening.

So there you have a bird’s eye overview of Copenhagen and, while admittedly on the quite expensive side, there are many choices at a more reasonable rate. Either way it’s a destination well worthy of spending your hard-earned STS pension. ● Jens spent 20 plus years at the Star-Phoenix covering sports and later as travel editor. He joined the Saskatchewan Teachers' Federation in 1998 and served as editor of the Saskatchewan Bulletin in the summer of 2021. During that time he covered the province, interviewing teachers - many of whom today are members of the STS.

After that there’s the wonderfully colourful Nyhavn district, which is wall-to-wall restaurants and bars. If you’re feeling in need of a breather,

Nyhavn, Copenhagen OutreachDenmark,

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The Myth of Normal

Trauma, Illness and Healing in a Toxic Culture WRITTEN BY: JOAN ELLIOTT Co-written by Gabor Maté, a physician, addictions specialist and renowned author from Vancouver, and his son Daniel, a composerlyricist, this book provides a powerful analysis of the impact of trauma and global capitalism on individuals and society, as well as a vision for healing.

The authors state that despite society’s preoccupation with wellness, our collective health is deteriorating as evidenced by increasing levels of chronic illnesses, both physical and mental. At the root of the problem, they contend, is the endemic nature of trauma which affects our personal, social and political functioning.

These traumas are often unaddressed, with the outcome that many people turn to addictive medications which worsen their conditions.

Explaining that trauma is a long-lasting psychic wound, they make a distinction between two kinds of trauma: “capital-T trauma,” which includes catastrophic events, child abuse, and death in the family, and “small-t trauma,” which may include bullying, insufficient nurturing of children, and experiences of racism. These forms of trauma lead to disconnection from self, family and community.

The multigenerational trauma experienced by Indigenous peoples, a legacy of colonialism and residential schools, is also highlighted. Intersecting with this, are the impacts of our toxic social and economic culture driven by global capitalism which is characterized by increasing stress, inequality, climate change, and political polarization.

The “myth” the writers refute is that any of this trauma and toxic culture are normal. Because

we all experience individual and collective trauma, they assert, we have passively normalized these unhealthy aspects of daily life and have developed blind spots around them. They argue that by examining the abnormal aspects of illness in our society, we

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can move out of complacency, denormalize stress and isolation, rebuild community and begin the process of healing.

Research about the relationship of undiagnosed trauma to autoimmune disorders such as scleroderma, rheumatoid arthritis and chronic fatigue syndrome is presented. A seminal study that found that the more adverse situations children experience, the greater their risk for chronic medical problems as adults is discussed and they assert that a more holistic approach to supporting children and families should be adopted, as should more humanistic medical, legal and education systems. The Matés debunk several myths about addictions and emphasize that they are not abnormal ailments, but rather coping mechanisms for unnatural circumstances.

They believe that we have a collective responsibility to support one another and to improve social conditions. The Matés advocate for a hopeful approach to growth and healing that involves regaining authenticity, agency and acceptance and developing compassion and empathy. ●

Did you know?

The Emma Stewart Resource Centre (ESRC) collection includes extensive resources about K-12 education, wellness, social justice, and truth and reconciliation.

Award-winning books by Saskatchewan writers and several Canada Reads titles are in the collection.

We provide a free mailout service to anywhere in the province.

You can browse the collection in person at 2311 Arlington Avenue in Saskatoon or use our online catalogue at www.stf.sk.ca (no login required).

TO CONTACT US: Please call 1-800-667-7762 or email esrc@ stf.sk.ca to request materials.

Joan Elliott is the librarian/manager of the Emma Stewart Resources Centre. She and her team are honoured to provide library services to educators across the province.

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Towards an Understanding of Teachers’ Retirement Identity Transition in Saskatchewan WRITTEN BY: JANET LOWNDES In celebration of the Superannuated Teachers of Saskatchewan’s 50th anniversary, the McDowell Foundation launched a Special Directed Call entitled ‘To Retirement and Beyond’. The Foundation is pleased to announce the funding of the following projects: Towards an Understanding of Teachers’ Retirement Identity Transition in Saskatchewan and Retired Teachers and their Ongoing Contribution to Teaching and Learning in Saskatchewan.

Towards an Understanding of Teachers’ Retirement Identity Transition in Saskatchewan Researchers: Jane Macleod, Sue Amundrud, and Anna Wehrkamp Our research team is seeking volunteers for this exciting Saskatchewan-based research venture.

If you retired between 2010 and 2020 and are willing to share your experiences and ideas in an interview, we invite you to participate. One-hour interviews, either face-to-face or online, will be conducted in September and October 2023. If you are interested, please forward your name and contact details to Jane at c.j.macleod@outlook.com.

The purpose of this study is to explore significant factors or influences on teachers as they transition or adapt from their identity as a teacher, staff member, colleague, school leader etc. to a new and different phase of life. This study assumes that a teacher’s successful transition to retirement is a dynamic process influenced by the interplay of the individual’s identity and his/her/their retirement context. Using a qualitative case study research approach, the study hopes to uncover salient factors that facilitate or interfere with a teacher’s successful transition to a meaningful retirement.

Retired Teachers and their Ongoing Contribution to Teaching and Learning in Saskatchewan Researcher: Janet Lowndes

still contributing to the profession even after retirement? If so, I would love to hear from you.

I am Janet Lowndes and I’m conducting a research project titled Retired Teachers and their Ongoing Contribution to Teaching and Learning in Saskatchewan. This project is made possible through a research grant from the McDowell Foundation and is part of the celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Superannuated Teachers of Saskatchewan. The project is a study of the scope of contributions made by Saskatchewan teachers post-retirement, the environmental factors that impact the type and level of contributions, and the perception of their contributions amongst themselves and the professional communities served. The purpose is to raise awareness within the profession of the extraordinary resource that is represented by retired teachers.

Contributions include temporary teaching contracts and substitute teaching, but the range is much wider. What about superannuates who remain involved with a school through volunteering in reading programs, coaching, or arts? What about those of you who are writing curriculum, facilitating extended practicums, or conducting educational research? The more superannuates interviewed, the better we can represent the scope of contributions.

If you are willing to participate in this research, contact me at Janet.Lowndes@gmail.com to set up an interview. Participants can be assured that no material will be shared without their consent and they may withdraw from the study or terminate an interview at any time.

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Volunteering

Joining older adults and nursing students to discover the diversity of what growing older means across generations WRITTEN BY: MARIANA S. RIBEIRO Nursing students often meet older adults in a healthcare setting, which contributes to limiting views of what growing older means. You might be amazed by how many learners tell us they have limited interactions with older adults in their daily lives. Through 12GIVE, learners have opportunities to work with older adults in the community as learning partners rather than as someone receiving care. We aim for learners and older adults to get a broader perspective of what it means to grow older and be an older adult living in our society through sharing stories and experiences. We invite you to participate in this intergenerational experience!

If you decide to join, you will be part of a conversation team with third year nursing students from NURS 306.3 Exploring Aging and Chronicity between January and March 2024.

The three conversations with learners are approximately 45 minutes each and are conducted over Zoom. You can join from wherever you are located in the world! You can register for one or more conversations!

The 12GIVE conversations are not interview sessions. They are conversations like ones you would have in a social setting.

Everyone shares their

stories! If you are interested in contributing to the learning experience of nursing students, please register for the 12GIVE project!

Registration is now open for the 2024 12GIVE experience in the link below: www.surveymonkey.ca/r/NPTXRZ8 Mariana S. Ribeiro is a Ph.D. student in the College of Nursing at the University of Saskatchewan. She can be contacted at mdr535@usask.ca

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GIVE – Generating Ideas Via Engagement

SEPTEMBER STS PROVINCIAL CURLING REGISTRATION

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Yorkton Curling Club 455 Broadway Street West, Yorkton

13 Executive Committee Meetings 14 Executive Meeting 23 Provincial Pickelball

Monday November 6, to Wednesday November 8, 2023 Registration Deadline is October 8, 2023

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Accommodations A Block of rooms has been set aside at the following hotel. When booking request the Superannuated Curling Rate. Teams are responsible for booking their own rooms.

Home Inn and Suites 1-306-782-7829 $121 plus taxes (Valid until October 8, 2023) See www.yorktonsts.ca for registration forms.

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Provincial Curling Provincial Curling Provincial Curling

STS 2ND PROVINCIAL PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT 2023 Saturday September 23, 2023 Dinsmore Memorial Arena, Dinsmore SK (Dinsmore is approx. 150 km Southwest of Saskatoon.)

Mixed Round Robin for Superannuated Teachers, their par tners, and friends.

Individual player sign-up. Please sign up in your correct skill division. This makes the tournament play better for you and other players.

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Recreational 2.5 (Beginner) Intermediate 3.0 (up to 3.0) Advanced 3.5 (3.25-3.75) 4.0+ (4.0 & above)

We have 6 indoor cour ts on concrete surface and will use temporary nets.

For more details and registration forms for our events visit the STS website at www.sts.sk.ca

PUBLICATIONS MAIL AGREEMENT # 40017216

Play will begin at 10am and end approximately 4pm depending on the number of entries.

Gift Cards will be awarded to the top three in each category.

Not sanctioned Lunch available for purchase 50-50 tickets and raffle items for purchase Any additional questions, please contact: Sue Lytle susan.lytle@outlook.com 306-846-7949

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Individual registration is also possible. Individual entry fee is $70 per person and includes one pizza meal and one banquet ticket.

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