CTRA Saskatchewan - Manitoba Chapter

The purpose of the Saskatchewan – Manitoba chapter is to advance the association’s mission at a local level, to increase membership and participation, as well as increase opportunities for CTRA members living within both provinces.

Contact Information:

sk-mbchapter@canadian-tr.org

Chapter Executives

Vacant Position

If interested please email sk-mbchapter@canadian-tr.org

 
 

Vacant Position

If interested please email sk-mbchapter@canadian-tr.org

Jenna Wallis

Hi, I’m Jenna, I work as a Recreation Specialist at Broadway Terrace, which is a supportive living home for seniors and also Harvest Haven Personal Care Home on site.   

My favorite part of the TR process is implementing programs. I love to engage and get to know the residents during programs and leisure activities that are important and meaningful to them. I enjoy seeing the positive outcomes the residents experience because of the enjoyment from participating in the different programs.   

I joined the Chapter Board because I am passionate about Therapeutic Recreation and would really like to see the profession move forward in the province. I look forward to being a part of advocating for the importance and value of Therapeutic Recreation.  

My leisure interests are reading, playing soccer, spending time with friends and family, going to the beach, watching movies, playing video games, working out, walks with my dog, listening to music, and spending time outside

Kathy Park

I work as a Recreation Therapist for the Adult Rehabilitation Program at Wascana Rehabilitation Centre (WRC). I provide Recreation Therapy (RT) services to outpatient clients with neurological and/or orthopaedic conditions. The RT services that I provide focus on leisure lifestyle education and community re-integration.

My favourite part of the TR process is different for each client I am treating. Some clients are excited to explore what RT has to offer and the process begins quickly. Other clients are like an onion and you need to peel one layer at time to truly determine their strengths, needs and interests (often because they have never been asked to examine their leisure lifestyle until now).

I decided to sit on the board because I was nicely asked by Dr. Rebecca Genoe and I feel it is important to be involved – it is as simple as that!

I would like to see the support for certification increase in our province. When I began the journey of pursuing certification it seemed so unattainable with work and family. However, as difficult as it was retaking classes with all the perks of writing papers and studying for exams – so glad I did! I would like to see more consistency with hiring CTRS’s who can provide the full spectrum of TR services.

Leisure activities that I enjoy doing with my family are playing board games, watching movies, visiting places of interest. I also enjoy reading, walking, gardening, watching my son curl or play ball and hanging out with my daughter talking about art.

Anne Robins

I currently work as an Instructor of Therapeutic Recreation at Saskatchewan Polytechnic in Saskatoon. I teach both On-Campus and Distance students. I love teaching the TR process and seeing the students faces when they learn how to engage the clients they will be working with.

I was originally part of the Chapter Committee, which worked to get the Chapter established. I decided after a few years that I wanted to be part of a chapter that brought Recreation Therapists together across the provinces.  I’m passionate about marketing and advocating for our profession. We need to hire qualified Recreation Therapists and market the profession to employers and co-workers. We know and understand the benefits of hiring qualified individuals, now we need to market this information to others.

My leisure interests are reading, taekwon-do, mountain biking, weightlifting, Pickle Ball and of course taking my dog for a walk.

Ashley Dercach

1) Where are you currently working/going to school? 

I work on a psychiatry unit at Victoria Hospital in Winnipeg, Manitoba 

2) What is your favourite part of the TR process? 

My favorite part of the TR process is tied between planning and implementation! Sometimes when I am planning a program, I get into flow and everything seems to work out from the literature review to planning the evaluation and its where my creative energy can flourish. On the other hand, I love implementing the programs as well and seeing how the goals of the program are achieved. 

3)Why did you decide to sit on the Board? 

I decided to sit on the board because I want to be an advocate and progress Therapeutic Recreation in Manitoba and learn from our neighbor province Saskatchewan. 

4) What would you like to see improved for TR professionals in the province? 

 I would like TR to be recognized as a professional career and other professionals recognize the benefits of TR for the people they serve. 

5) What are your leisure interests? 

 Some of my leisure interests are hiking, traveling, gardening, cooking, badminton and hanging out with my cats.  

Julia Marjoram

1) Where are you currently working/going to school?

I am currently going to school at Saskatchewan Polytechnic in the Therapeutic Recreation Diploma program. 

2) What is your favourite part of the TR process?

My favorite part of the TR process is planning because I get to use my creativity in designing programs that my clients will enjoy and benefit from. 

3) Why did you decide to sit on the Board?

I decided to sit on the board because I believe it is important to get involved in the profession and contribute in as many ways as I can. 

4) What would you like to see improved for TR professionals in the province?

I would like to see more interprofessional education opportunities for TR professionals in the province. I believe this is important in developing well rounded professionals who are collaborative in providing person centered, evidence-based services.

5) What are your leisure interests? 

I participate in all-star competitive cheerleading, and I also enjoy anything creative such as crochet, coloring, painting etc. 

 

Samantha Outhwaite

Hi everyone! My name is Sam and I am originally from Vancouver, BC. but have called Saskatoon my home for the past seven years. I currently work with high medical needs children in a supportive living facility, but have additional experience with a variety of populations including seniors, those with mental health and addictions, as well as at risk youth. In my spare time I love to get outside and explore the province. I’m also the co-founder of a local non-profit, Saskatoon Dog Rescue, and currently run the puppy therapy program which really fills my cup! I’m best described as someone who can talk to anyone about anything and I love making connections with people. I believe having a positive perspective is key in life and those who know me best can attest to my ability to find the humour in every situation! 
 
1) Where are you currently working/going to school? I currently work at a supportive living facility for children with high medical needs and as a research assistant for the University of Regina, where I am also pursuing a degree in Therapeutic Recreation with a minor in Psychology. 
2) What is your favourite part of the TR process? I really love getting to connect with people and watch them reach their fullest potential. It’s very rewarding to see an idea come to fruition and really make a positive impact on someone’s life.
3)Why did you decide to sit on the Board? I wanted to join the board to connect with other TR professionals and hopefully bring some skills to the student position to benefit the organization and field as a whole. 
4) What would you like to see improved for TR professionals in the province? I believe that TR is very under recognized in the province. It would be beneficial to bring attention to TRS and how the profession can benefit the residents of Saskatchewan. Hopefully through more advocacy for the field, more career opportunities for TRS will become available. 
5) What are your leisure interests? I love almost every outdoor activity whether it be hiking, canoeing, kayaking or paddle boarding; I’m just happy to be outside! I also really enjoy any opportunity to get creative and really enjoy painting, drawing and cooking. Additionally, I enjoy volunteering and being able to connect with members of the community and give back however I can. 
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