Two sisters have found their passion for Highland dancing thanks to Creative Kids.
Long-time volunteer reflects on the impact of Creative Kids
Erica Cochrane has seen firsthand how Creative Kids makes it possible for children across the province to participate in the arts.
Participation in dance leads to many successes
Eleven-year-old Raveena Dhillon Starblanket achieved some impressive milestones in dance this past year. Success she credits to the support she received from her family, her community and Creative Kids.
Creative Kids funding recipient is the first to receive top honours
This past month, after years of hard work, Brianna Dash became the first in Canada to complete the Advanced Solo Award Ballet exam, the highest ballet level within the Canadian Dance Teachers’ Association (CDTA). She attributes lots of hard work, great training from teachers and support from Creative Kids as keys to her success.
Dance-A-Thon raises more funds so more kids can participate
For Tammy Kostersky teaching her students the value of giving back to the communityis important. On March 25, 2023, Dance Innovations held their annual Dance-A-Thon and raised $7,000 for Creative Kids so more children in Yorkton are able to experience the benefits of dance.
Participation in dance sets kids on a path for success
Over the last ten years, Kimberly Parent has had 77 students benefit from Creative Kids funding to take salsa dance lessons at her studio, an opportunity they wouldn’t have had without the generous donors who give to Creative Kids in Saskatchewan.
“The kids that receive funding from Creative Kids are very grateful, humble and dedicated students,” says Parent, the owner of Saskatoon Salsa Dance Company in Saskatoon. “They are aware of how much of an opportunity it is for them.”