Events & Training Calendar

The Human Rights and Equity (HRE) Conference will take place November 18 - 20, 2026, in Moose Jaw. 

This year’s theme is Human Rights: Humankind. Our speakers will cover topics related to racism and stereotypes, women’s rights, and how we can build bridges.  

Throughout the conference, we encourage open-minded debate, respectful dialogue, and thoughtful collaboration. We hope this experience will provide you with an opportunity not only to deepen your understanding of human rights issues, but also to learn from the perspectives and experiences of others.

Conference Schedule

Thursday, November 19

• 7:30 – 9:00 AM | Registration

• 8:00 – 9:00 AM | Breakfast

• 9:00 – 9:30 AM | Opening Remarks, Land Acknowledgement & Poetry (Peace Akintade)

• 9:30 – 10:15 AM | Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission (Maria Soonias Ali)

• 10:15 – 10:30 AM | Wellness Break (Shop Open)

• 10:30 – 11:15 AM | Saskatchewan Sexual Assault Services (Patience Umereweneza)

• 11:15 AM – 12:00 PM | Mental Health Toolkit for Public Safety Personnel (Mackenzie Darling)

• 12:00 – 1:00 PM | Lunch (Shop Open)

• 1:00 – 2:30 PM | "Equity in Action: Building a Future for All" (Vicki O’Leary)

• 2:30 – 2:45 PM | Wellness Break (Shop Open)

• 2:45 – 4:45 PM | Sign Painting Activity (Pretty Word Crafts)

• 4:45 – 5:00 PM | Recap & Adjournment

• 5:00 – 8:00 PM | Bread & Roses Award

Friday, November 20

• 7:30 – 9:00 AM | Breakfast

• 9:00 – 9:30 AM | Election Overview & Last Call for Nominations

• 9:30 – 10:15 AM | "Race, Racism, and Racialization" (Dr. Scott Thompson)

• 10:15 – 10:30 AM | Wellness Break (Shop Open)

• 10:30 – 11:15 AM | Language & Race (Ricardo Arisnabarreta)

• 11:15 AM – 12:00 PM | "Hard Conversations through Community Storytelling" (Peace Akintade)

• 12:00 – 1:00 PM | Lunch

• 1:00 – 3:00 PM | Elections

• 3:00 – 3:30 PM | Closing Remarks, Swearing-In & Adjournment