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Family Grateful to Give Back at Free the Spirit Festival

September 9, 2025

Kalyn Falk was excited to see the 5K run back at the Free the Spirit Festival as it allows a way for her and her son to give back the organization that helped them at different times. 

“St.Amant has been there for us in really extreme times in our life. Where we needed somebody and it has been St.Amant each time,” said Kalyn. 

Noah was supported by St.Amant’s Autism Programs when he was younger and then three years ago St.Amant hosted Noah in their Stabilization Unit after he had a medical crisis. While being supported there, staff developed a special diet for him and changed the course of his life. Noah was able to leave and find a place to live where he’s happily spent the last few years. 

It also led to St.Amant School teacher Dalip Shekhawat seeing how happy Noah was while running in the Buhler Gardens one day. Dalip reached out and asked if Noah would be interested in running the race at the Festival. Together they practiced the route and it reignited Noah’s love of long-distance running. 

“Running is Noah’s joy. Noah has different sensory needs. He needs a lot of information in his body. After a couple kilometres his body loosens up, he’s calm he’s singing and laughing.” 

It pushed Kalyn to become a runner as well, and they run a couple times a week together. 

“Running helps us organizes our thoughts and emotions. We both feel we’ve accomplished something when we’re done, and we’ve shared an experience together.” 

St.Amant has been there for the Falks at stressful times in their lives and they’re grateful for the services provided in those important moments. 

“St.Amant has incredible services. They fill the gap for so many people. And they have so many different, exciting programs going on. They’re well worth our support,” said Kalyn. “I think the 5K at Free the Spirit, the vibe is fun, everyone is welcome. They’ve got the 2K walk as well. It’s just a really fun day.” 

Join Noah, Kalyn, and hundreds of others at the Free the Spirit Festival on Saturday, September 20. Whether you run, walk, or cheer, your support makes a difference. 

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Recap: The Kiwanis Charity Golf Classic in Support of the St.Amant Foundation

July 9, 2024

The Kiwanis Charity Golf Classic, held on Wednesday, June 12, was a resounding success! Golfers, sponsors, and supporters gathered for a day of fun and philanthropy at the beautiful Maplewood Golf Club in St-Pierre Jolys. The event, in support of the St.Amant Foundation, brought together the community to enjoy a round of golf while raising funds for an important cause.

It fortunately turned out to be a beautiful day. Participants enjoyed a well-organized event with plenty of opportunities to showcase their golfing skills and win prizes. A big thank you to the hosts at Maplewood Golf Club in St-Pierre Jolys. The course was in excellent condition, providing the fun setting for both seasoned golfers and beginners.

Highlights of the Day:

  • Exciting Golf Competition: Teams competed in a friendly yet competitive round, with plenty of laughs and fun.
  • Prizes and Giveaways: Prizes were awarded throughout the day, adding to the excitement for all participants.
  • Community Spirit: The event brought together individuals and businesses from across the community, all united in their support for the St.Amant Foundation.

Celebrating Excellence: Scholarship Winners

A special highlight of the day was the presentation of the Ed & Margaret Guertin & Robert F. de Leeuw Memorial Scholarships. This year, we are proud to congratulate the deserving recipients, Nicole Shen and Alina Joy. Both Nicole and Alina have demonstrated exceptional dedication and achievement, making them worthy recipients of these prestigious scholarships.

Supporting the St.Amant Foundation

The primary goal of the Kiwanis Charity Golf Classic is to support the St.Amant Foundation, which is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities and autism.

Proceeds from this year’s tournament will help us purchase a new van for the children’s respite home in Winnipeg. This van will allow staff to ensure children staying at the home can continue to take part in their activities, be a part of the community, and have fun!

A Heartfelt Thank You

We extend our deepest gratitude to all the participants, sponsors, volunteers, and supporters who made this event possible. Your generosity and enthusiasm are what make events like this successful. Together, we are making a positive difference in our community.

Looking Forward

As we reflect on the success of this year’s Kiwanis Charity Golf Classic, we are already looking forward to next year’s event. The continued support from our community is crucial in helping the St.Amant Foundation achieve its mission. Stay tuned for more updates and opportunities to get involved.

For more information about the St.Amant Foundation and how you can support their efforts, please visit https://stamant.ca/foundation/.

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Christmas Crafting Workshop Dec 17 1:30-3:00pm

December 11, 2020

Join Mel Forbes for a fun afternoon of Christmas crafting! On Thursday, December 17 from 1:30pm – 3pm  

Together we will be making beautiful Christmas candle holders, as well as a fun Christmas card. All supplies will be provided for those who register, all you need to bring is your Christmas spirit!

Additional information about how to get supplies will be provided after registering. https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/stamants-christmas-crafting-workshop-tickets-131155889797​ 

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Registration for Free 5-Day Autism Summit Now Open

November 20, 2020

Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital is excited to offer a FREE 5-Day Autism Summit for parents, caregivers, health professionals and other service providers. You will gain new insights, strategies and resources from 32 speakers including top autism researchers, expert clinicians and autistic self-advocates to best support children and youth on the autism spectrum and their families.

Summit attendees can look forward to hearing about the latest on research innovations taking place at Holland Bloorview, helpful strategies and ways in which our communities can better support children and youth on the autism spectrum and their families.

Holland Bloorview s Autism Summit will take place on December 1 – 5, 2020 and will feature Holland Bloorview’s amazing expert staff, researchers, parent advocates, parent advisors and autistic self-advocates. See the event schedule here.

This Summit is being done in partnership with Holland Bloorview’s Autism Research Centre.

For more information and registration details:https://autismsummit.hollandbloorview.ca/

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Get Fit With The 3rd Annual St.Amant Health & Wellness Expo

March 30, 2015

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On Wednesday, April 15 the 3rd Annual St.Amant Health & Wellness Expo will be in the gym at 440 River Road! All are welcome, from families to people we support to volunteers! Admission and parking is free that day. The Health & Wellness Expo has been organized by the St.Amant Health & Wellness Committee.
Booths will be open from 11am to 2pm.
Visit the expo to win door prizes! Like a free Fitbit, a $50 St. Vital Centre gift card, passes to Shapes and Goodlife Fitness & more!
• Acupuncture *11:00-1:00 pm
• Alzheimer’s Society of Manitoba
• Canadian Footwear
• Dental Health (University of Manitoba) *11:00-1:15 pm
• Manitoba In Motion
• Diabetes
• Fitness Opportunities (local memberships, stairwell, community spots, etc)
• Health, Pension & EAP Benefits
• Health Related Apps
• Lifescan (blood sugar monitoring)
• “Massage with Andrew (might combine Andrew’s Massage/Mental Health/ Mindfullness)”
• Mood Disorders Association of Manitoba
• Mindfulness
• Manitoba Lung Association
• Nutrition
• Osteoporosis Canada – Manitoba Chapter
• Provencher Family Chiropractic Centre
• Reflexology
• Vita Health
• WeCare (height,weight, blood pressure, BMI, cholesterol

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Learn About St.Amant Services

January 17, 2014

River East Parent Support Network’s January meeting is all about St.Amant Services.
Come hear about St.Amant’s services — Clinical Services, St.Amant School, St.Amant Day Services, Respite Service, Autism Programs, Community Residential Program, River Road Place/Complex Care and Research Centre
There will be time for Q&A and discussion.
GUEST SPEAKER:
Debbie Zimmerman, BSW, RSW
Coordinator, Social Work and Intake
St.Amant
Date: Monday, January 27, 2014
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Place: Access River East
975 Henderson Hwy.
Room 107
To RSVP, contact Dawn Gates at repsn@shaw.ca. Please email Dawn with your suggestions for future topics or REPSN activities.
The River East Parent Support Network is a support group for parents of children with special needs.
Meetings are generally held the 4th Monday of every month from September to June. We usually meet at Access River East (975 Henderson Hwy.) Informal Coffee/Dinner Get- Togethers are also arranged throughout the year. REPSN is a Community Living Winnipeg Family Connections group.
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Flu Shot Clinic Schedule

October 11, 2013

St.Amant’s annual flu shot campaign begins soon. Below are the dates and times when public, mobile and private clinics will be occurring at 440 River Road.
Watch St.Amant School teacher Reena talk about the unfortunate emergency one year when she opted not to get a flu shot.

FLU SHOT CLINIC SCHEDULE OCTOBER 15-31, 2013
OHS = OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH SERVICES – WG04 – GROUND FLOOR, 440 RIVER ROAD
CELL PHONE NUMBER FOR MOBILE CLINIC LOCATION: 204-981-7763
MONDAY, OCTOBER 14
STAT HOLIDAY
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15
08:30 – 12:00 OHS
13:00 – 16:00 OHS
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 16
07:30 – 10:30 OHS
12:00 – 13:30 PRIVATE CLINIC ~ CRP
14:00 – 15:00 CAFETERIA
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17
11:30 – 15:00 OHS
16:00 – 19:15 MOBILE CLINIC
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18
08:30 – 11:30 OHS
13:00 – 16:00 PRIVATE CLINIC ~ AUTISM/OUTREACH
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19
10:00 – 14:00 MOBILE CLINIC
MONDAY, OCTOBER 21
10:00 – 13:00 MOBILE CLINIC
14:30 – 17:30 OHS
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 22
APPOINTMENT ONLY – CALL 256-4301 (0) TO BOOK
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23
08:00 – 11:30 OHS
13:00 – 16:00 MOBILE CLINIC
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24
11:00 – 13:00 OHS
13:45 – 15:00 OHS
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25
09:00 – 10:00 OHS
11:00 – 13:00 CAFETERIA
14:00 – 15:00 PRIVATE CLINIC ~ RRCC
16:00 – 18:00 CAFETERIA
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27
13:00 – 17:00 MOBILE CLINIC
MONDAY, OCTOBER 28
APPOINTMENT ONLY – CALL 256-4301 (0) TO BOOK
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 29
11:00 – 13:00 OHS
15:00 – 16:00 PRIVATE CLINIC ~ SCHOOL
17:00 – 19:00 MOBILE CLINIC
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 30
07:30 – 11:00 OHS
13:00 – 15:00 MOBILE CLINIC
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31
09:00 – 10:30 OHS
11:00 – 13:00 PRIVATE CLINIC ~ OPERATIONS
15:30 – 16:30 PRIVATE CLINIC ~ OPERATIONS
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 7
PUBLIC HEALTH FLU CLINIC FOR ST.AMANT FAMILIES, FRIENDS, INDIVIDUALS & EMPLOYEES 16:00 – 19:00 ST. AMANT GYM, 440 RIVER ROAD

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St. Amant Hosts 1st Annual Health & Wellness Expo

March 15, 2013

On Monday, April 8 St.Amant will be holding our first Health & Wellness Expo in the gym at 440 River Road. All are welcome, from families to individuals St.Amant supports to volunteers! Admission and parking is free! All booths will be open from 9 AM – 4:30 PM, unless otherwise noted.
Visit the expo and enter to win prizes! Draws will happen at 11 AM, 1 PM & 4:30 PM! Prizes include Red River Co-op, Sobeys and Sportchek gift cards plus a Vita Health gift basket! From Noon – 1 PM Shapes will be offering a free zumba class to anyone who wants to participate! To sign up for the class you can email hwc@stamant.mb.ca or go to the front desk at 440 River Road and sign up there.

Large Gym

Canadian Diabetes Association
Breast Health Centre
Workplace Health & Safety (AED/CPR, Fire)
Transplant Manitoba
Nutrition
Norwex
Canadian Mental Health Association
Manitoba Lung Association
Walking Club/Sneak It In
The FitZone
Kisil Chiropractic, 10 AM-2 PM
Bootcamp with instructor Brent Campbell, Times TBA
Yoga with instructor Holly Allegro, 1 PM-4:30 PM
Canadian Footwear
BMI
Bloodpressure
Osteoporosis Canada – Manitoba
Blue Cross Manitoba & HEB
Alzheimer’s Society of Manitoba

Small Gym

Wii Fit
Mindful Massage Therapy, 9 AM – Noon, 1 PM-4:30 PM
Free Zumba class from Shapes, Noon-1 P