The SPBA is the umbrella organization for pipers, drummers, and pipe bands in the Province of Saskatchewan. The Association developed from the Prairie Pipe Band Association, and was formed in 1992.
NEWS
SOUND ADVICE SCHOOL - Another successful year!
Thanks to all the students and instructors for another great summer school at the University of Regina! The facilities and food were first class once again, and we had some great fun with various events over the course of the school. Congratulations to the "Centennial Pipe Band" group for winning the pipes|drums Trivia Challenge! Your free subscriptions are underway!
Gordon Findlater Memorial Scholarship
Congratulations to piping student Kyle Simpson from Regina, who won the Gordon Findlater Memorial Scholarship. The criteria was for a piper who worked very hard, was great to work with as a student, and who showed great promise. We had a lot of good students at the school, and the instructors had a hard task. Thnaks to Donna Findlater for the scholarship. We're proud to honour the memory of Gordon at the school.
Fred Betker Memorial Scholarships
Sheila Betker of Saskatoon donated three scholarships this year for outstanding tenor/bass students at Sound Advice. These are in memory of Fred Betker, who had a long pipe band career with the Saskatoon Boys, the NSR, the Saskatoon Police and the Strathfleet Pipe Band. Congratulations to these three students who each won a scholarship for their outstanding effort and attitude during the school:
Brenna Smith, Regina
Maeve Douglas, Saskatoon
Anna Fritschij, Winnipeg
Beijing Trip Postponed to 2011
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2010 Annual General Meeting
The SPBA 2010 Annual General Meeting was held April 17 in Regina, with the opportunity for individuals, member bands, and associate members to call in via teleconference. We had a very strong attendance from member bands [not quite 100%] and the SPBA has elected a new Board for the next year, with some changes from previous years. Congratulatiuons to new SPBA President Megan Stade!
SPBA VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION
A couple of years ago the SPBA set up a system for members to nominate volunteers in various categories. In 2007, the late Gordon Findlater was nominated and voted unanimously into the "Hall of Fame" and the Board would like to have more nominations! Download the forms here.
New Archives Material!
ALSO ADDED: more great archive information on the Weyburn Legion Pipe Band, The Saskatoon Ladies Pipe Band [1930s], Victoria Park Pipe Band, and Individual pipers and drummers of interest. Last year, we added some more information about SK pipers and bands. There are a number of photos now on the summer school page, some additions to the Regina Boys Pipe Band page, and an all new page here. Be sure to send in any names, stories, photos, clippings or information that will help to fill this out!
 SPBA CENTENNIAL ARCHIVES
In celebration of Saskatchewan's 100th Birthday, the SPBA has been working to compile a record of bands and piping in Saskatchewan. We have some great information and links already in place, and we need your help!
Please send us information, stories, photos, and let us know if you spot any inaccuracies! We hope to have a complete picture of Saskatchewan bands over time.
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HIGHLAND GAMES & CONTESTS
2010 Season
Winnipeg Scottish Festival
[February 20]
Brandon Highland Festival
[April 24]
Moose Jaw Highland Games
[May 22]
Regina Highland Games
[May 23]
Yellowstone Highland Games
[June 27]
The Bitterroot Scottish Irish Festival
Hamilton, Montana
[August 27-29]
SPBA MEMBER BANDS
We have added a web page for each of our member bands!
96th Highlanders Pipes & Drums
703 RCACS Pipes & Drums
2901 Estevan PPCLI Army Cadets
Billings Caledonian Pipes & Drums
City of Regina Pipe Band
Conservatory of Performing Arts
Fraser Pipe Band
Great Scots Pipes and Drums
Poulson, Montana [contact]
North Saskatchewan Regiment P&D
Prince Albert Highlanders
Regina Police Service Pipes & Drums
Saskatoon Police Pipes & Drums
Shining Thistle Pipe Band,
Helena, Montana [Contact]
White Hackle Pipe Band
Yorkton & District Pipe Band
Links to Highland Games, Events and Other Pipe Bands and Piping Associations
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