A Celebration of Community: The Regina 25 Awards Honours Local Leaders

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April 9, 2025

(Regina) On Thursday, April 10, Economic Development Regina (EDR) will host the first-ever Regina 25 Awards, an initiative celebrating 25 Regina people who embody the spirit, resilience, and pride of our city.

The Regina 25 is a grassroots initiative created by Regina people, for Regina people. It shines a spotlight on those who make Regina a place of opportunity, innovation, and connection.

“Regina has always been filled with incredible people, and this just proves it,” said Chris Lane, CEO & 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.”

Nominees came from every corner of the city, representing a wide range of backgrounds, industries, and experiences. From entrepreneurs and educators to community champions and business leaders, every nominee shares one thing in common: a lasting, positive impact on Regina. This year’s 25 honourees have been recognized across five categories: Game-changers, Grassroots, Growers, Mentors, and Quick Studies.

“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.

“Not only are they leaders at the foundation of our city’s future, but they serve as an inspiration for all. They are role models and lead by example, demonstrating the values that help build a strong, vibrant, and inclusive community.”

Winners in each category are as follows:

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 Smyth
  • 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 TheRegina25.com.

EDR wishes to thank program partners Bravo Tango, Harvard Media, as well as Grow Regina Partners.

For additional information, please contact:

Mattea Columpsi
Manager, Communications
Economic Development Regina
mcolumpsi@economicdevelopmentregina.com
306-565-6392

About Economic Development Regina Inc.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT REGINA INC. (EDR) is the lead agency for economic development for the Greater Regina Area (GRA).

EDR provides leadership to the community with specific accountability for the following core functions:

  • Support industry growth and diversification through retention, development, and attraction of industry.
  • Find innovative ways to promote sustainable growth while effectively addressing the challenges associated with it.
  • Market and promote the Greater Regina Area for business and investment.
  • Ensure the Greater Regina Area offers a vibrant and diversified economy for investors, a climate of growth for business and works toward a high quality of life for residents.