REGINA – Economic Development Regina and the City of Regina are shining a light on the people who make our community better each and every day.
They created the “Regina 25” program. For the last several weeks, nominations have been accepted and passed on to a team of judges.
Nominations came from every corner of the city and nominees came from every corner of the city representing a wide range of backgrounds, industries, and experiences.
This year’s 25 honourees have been recognized across five categories: Game-changers, Grassroots, Growers, Mentors, and Quick Studies.
“Regina has always been filled with incredible people, and this just proves it,” said Chris Lane, CEO and President of EDR. “With over 150 nominations, our judges had the difficult task of selecting individuals who best represent the heart and soul of Regina. These are high-quality people who have made a meaningful impact, and we’re grateful to the judges for their time and thoughtful decisions.”
More than 150 nominations were screened by a panel of expert judges to come up with the “Regina 25.” They will be honoured at an event Thursday between 4:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. at The Docks on Hamilton Street.
“I’m incredibly proud of all The Regina 25 nominees and award recipients – a group of exceptional residents who have gone above and beyond to elevate our community. These individuals demonstrate the highest levels of enthusiasm, growth, leadership, innovation, passion, creativity, and commitment to excellence,” said Mayor Chad Bachynski.
The list of honourees is listed by category, below:
Game-changers: Honouring trailblazers whose bold, innovative ideas are already making waves in Regina, and potentially, around the world.
• Cadmus Delorme
• Melissa Coomber-Bendtsen
• John Bailey
• Hannah Castle
• Evan Grant
Grassroots: Recognizing community leaders who bring people together and elevate Regina in ways that improve lives and build connections in classic Regina fashion.
• Jada Yee
• Alana Folk
• Tiro Mthembu
• Steve Compton & Troy Verboom
• Kimberli Kolody-Watt
Growers: Celebrating entrepreneurs who embody Regina’s unstoppable, “get-it-done” spirit, and who have made a real impact here at home and beyond.
• Matt Fahlman & Kyle Smith
• Denis Carignan
• Jaimie Kopeck
• Tanner Brightman
• Frank Hart
Mentors: Honouring long-standing leaders who have not only strengthened Regina’s economy but have also guided others on their career journeys and personal growth.
• Bruce Anderson
• Krystal Kolodziejak
• Pam Klein
• Denis Simard
• Linda Allen-Hardisty
Quick Studies: Celebrating people who have recently moved to Regina and quickly made their mark, enriching the city’s vibrancy. Whether they’ve come from another city, province, or country, we want to honour those who’ve relocated to Regina in the past 3 or so years and have had an impact in their workplace or in the community.
• Moses Anjorin
• Pall Agarwal
• Kendra Wren
• Brandon McIvor
• Jennifer Brewin
Special Award: Recognizing broad-based nominations and judges’ recognition across multiple categories.
• Josh Stewart-Van Dusen
More information on the Regina 25 winners can be found at .
