On Wednesday, October 12, Conexus announced it has invested $1.3 million over the past five years in Saskatchewan health and wellness initiatives. 

According to Canada’s Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, one in five Canadians experiences a mental illness, and about 4,000 Canadians per year die of suicide.  

“Every life is worth caring for, and where you live, work, and play shouldn’t impact your chance of survival. That is why Conexus Credit Union (Conexus) is committed to partnering and investing with non-profit and charitable organizations that enhance the quality of life for everyone in our communities and province,” says Conexus in a release. 

One investment is close to home, as Safe Communities Humboldt and Area has received funding from Conexus. Conexus provided $2000 to support the Safe Communities Humboldt and Area safeTALK Suicide Prevention Training Program. 

“Through safeTALK workshops, participants learn about suicide prevention to not only help build awareness in the community but also help people learn how to become more alert suicide helpers.”

Other organizations Conexus provided funding to are:

  • STARS Air Ambulance
  • The Lung Association of Saskatchewan
  • OUTSaskatoon
  • Synergy 8
  • Heart Linked Community Services Co-operative
  • Inclusion Saskatchewan


“Our partnership with various community partners across the province to address basic human needs in the area of health and wellness drives us further in the direction of achieving our purpose because we know that it's only when someone’s basic human needs are met that they can be financially well. By improving the financial well-being of our members and communities, we’re contributing to the economic and social strength of our province and helping our members live the lives they want”