The Circle Project
2nd Floor - 1102 8th Avenue
Regina, Saskatchewan S4R 1C9

Phone: 1 (306) 347-7515 Fax: 1 (306) 347-7519

Host organization: Circle Project

Program Coordinator: Jackie Belhumeur

Communities Served: Regina.

Program Mission and Goals: The Circle Project provides support and programs based on the Aboriginal vision of wholeness, balance and healing. By promoting positive human development the Circle Project encourages people to help themselves through education, cultural awareness, family and community.

Program Description: Over the years the Basic Education program has changed. Originally, this was a self-paced, self-directed GED program. Now, students not only work on academic subjects, they are also given opportunities to explore personal, social and cultural issues. Certified teachers offer a formal adult basic education curriculum that incorporates a cultural component. In addition the program offers the following:

• Basic literacy
• Intermediate literacy
• Family literacy
• Computer training
• Life Skills
• Job preparation

Presentations, guest speakers, group work, recreational opportunities, videos, and field trips contribute to the student's educational experiences. Elders are an important part of the program. Approximately 80% of the learners in the program are First Nations and another 2% are Metis. While primarily a program for Aboriginal people, the program is open to those of all cultures.