Heritage Regina’s response to City Council’s decision regarding Crédit Foncier.

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Heritage Regina acknowledges City Council’s decision to proceed with Option 1 for the Crédit Foncier Building, allowing the Tyndall stone façade to be dismantled and stored for potential reuse in the future. While this approach preserves the possibility of reconstruction or thoughtful incorporation into a future development, it falls short of the strongest heritage outcome—retaining the façade in place, as supported by the Victoria Park Heritage Conservation District guidelines.
Council’s decision keeps a narrow path open for the façade’s return, even if that opportunity lies ten or more years ahead. This is important, as the Crédit Foncier Building remains a significant contributor to the historic character and cultural memory of Regina’s downtown.
However, this process has also made clear that Council has a long way to go in consistently upholding its own bylaws and heritage policies. The Victoria Park Heritage Conservation District was created to prevent exactly this kind of incremental loss, and the repeated erosion of its protected  places in  the district—and the city’s cultural identity—at constant  risk.
Heritage Regina will continue to advocate for stronger adherence to the City’s heritage bylaws, clearer processes, and decisions that honour both the spirit and the letter of Regina’s conservation commitments. We expect that the dismantling and storage of the Tyndall stone will be conducted to the highest standards, with full documentation and transparent oversight, so that future restoration remains a real and viable possibility.
We remain committed to working collaboratively with Administration, the property owner, and the broader community to ensure that the heritage value of this site is not lost but ultimately reintegrated into a revitalised and meaningful place within the downtown.

Heritage Regina Presents to City Council on Crédit Foncier

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The City of Regina City Council will be discussing the future of the Crédit Foncier building on corner of 12th Avenue and Cornwall St at their meeting today, December 3rd 2025.

Heritage Regina will be presenting to city council our request to preserve the heritage of the site.

Image of the Credit Foncier Building

Crédit Foncier Building, 1912

 

” Our request is clear and reasonable:
Retain and underpin the two Tyndall stone façades, allowing the remainder of the building to be removed or redeveloped as needed to accommodate the City’s proposed Skuare Park and the property owner’s long-term
plans”

 

You can read our full letter to City Council here:

Credit Foncier Dec 3rd final

Ed Staniowski shares information about his lecture

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Our speaker for Thursday’s lecture The Torch Be Ours: Honouring Military Service, Ed Staniowski, appeared on CTV Your Morning Saskatchewan today.

Ed discusses his connection to Regina and gives us a little preview of what to expect this Thursday, November 27 at the Artesian (2627 13th Ave).

The lecture starts at 7:00 PM and admission is free. A suggested donation of $10 per person helps Heritage Regina continue to present educational content like this lecture.

Check out the interview here:

CTV Your Morning Saskatchewan: The Torch Be Ours: Honouring Military Service

Support for Façade Preservation – Crédit Foncier Building, 2184 12th Avenue

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UPDATE:

A temporary relief for heritage properties downtown!

After our presentation, the City Planning Commission voted 8 to 1 to oppose the demolition of the Crédit Foncier.

The decision will be put forward to City Council on November 17 for a final decision.

Continue to give us feedback in the comments of our social media posts so we can make your voice heard as we advocate to save a downtown cornerstone.

ORIGINAL POST:

In response to a demolition request for the Crédit Foncier Building at 2184 12th Ave, Heritage Regina will be speaking to the City of Regina Planning Commission this afternoon about the site and their commitment to the Victoria Park Conservation District Policy. This policy is a piece of legislation the city created to recognize and protect the heritage of our historic downtown district.
We have written a full letter on the subject which addresses the Guidelines for the Conservation of Historic Places, the Victoria Park Heritage Conservation District Policies, and the professional recommendations sought by the City of Regina from Donald Luxton & Associates which you can read below:

Heritage Regina Welcomes New Program Coordinator!

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Heritage Regina is thrilled to introduce a new member of our team!
 
We are incredibly excited to welcome Tenille Bryan as our new Program Coordinator. Under the guidance of the board of directors, Tenille will lead the development of events and programming for the organization.
Tenille Bryan - Program CoordinatorMore on Tenille:
 
“Tenille Bryan is a heritage and museum professional with experience in community engagement, historical research, and public programming. She has supported projects ranging from exhibit development to digital storytelling, with a focus on preserving local history and making it accessible to diverse audiences. When she’s not immersed in local history, she can be found traveling, reading, exploring cultural practices, or cuddling with her cats.”
 
Please join us in giving Tenille a wonderful welcome to the Heritage Regina community!

Did you know? – Saskatchewan Roughriders History Hosting the CFL West Final

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Did you know that 2025 will only be the fourth time the Roughriders have hosted the CFL Western Final as we know it?

In 1973, the CFL implemented a change in their playoff format by introducing a single elimination conference final to decide which two teams would battle in the Grey Cup. Prior to 1973, the west and east finals were contested in a best of three series. The league experimented with changing the format in 1972 when the Riders beat the Bombers in the first single elimination final at Winnipeg. The CFL fully adopted the new format for both conferences for the 1973 season.
The George Reed and Ron Lancaster 1960s & 1970s era of the Roughriders were truly dominant. The team played in and hosted at least one game of a CFL West Final best of three series in each season from 1966 – 1971.
Kickoff of the CFL West Final Game 3 at Taylor Field.

Kickoff of the CFL West Final Game 3 at Taylor Field. (Photo sourced from a YouTube video of the game highlights published by Paul Woods)

In 1976, the Ron Lancaster-led Riders defeated the Edmonton Elks 23-13 in front of nearly 21,868 members of Riderville in Regina. The Green and White would go on to lose the 64th Grey Cup.
Ron Lancaster hands the ball off to George Reed

Ron Lancaster hands the ball off George Reed. Photo Sourced from the Canadian Press via CBC.ca

Fast forward 33 years later. The fondly remembered Darian Durant-led ‘Riders sent the Calgary Stampeders back to Alberta empty-handed by soundly winning 27-17. In a case of history repeating itself, the ‘Riders then lost the 97th Grey Cup to the Anthony Calvillo-led Alouettes.
2009 CFL WEST FINAL Darian Durant

QB Darian Durant and LB Kitwana Jones wave to Durant’s parents in the stands after defeating the Stampeders 27-14 (Photo sourced from TSN Broadcast)

Saskatchewan wouldn’t have to wait nearly as long for their third turn hosting the Western Final. In 2019, the Riders found an unexpected gem in short-yardage specialist turned breakout starting QB Cody Fajardo. The Fajardo-led Green and White hosted the Western Final at Mosaic Stadium. A last-second crossbar doink capped off a loss to the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, 20-13.
Cody Fajardo after losing the 2019 Western Conference Finals.

QB Cody Fajardo moments after doinking a pass of the field goal crossbar in a last second attempt to beat the Blue Bombers in the CFL 2019 West Final. (Screenshot Sourced from TSN Broadcast)

Tonight, the Riders host the Western Final for a fourth time—this turn only six years later. The BC Lions will be the fourth different team the ‘Riders face off against with a trip to the Grey Cup on the line. We can only hope the Green and White make it 3 out of 4 and move on to the 112th Grey Cup.

Voice your opinion – Saskatchewan Heritage Property Designation Program

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The Heritage Conservation Branch of the Saskatchewan Government is looking for feedback regarding the Heritage Property Designation Program.

Deadline for providing feedback is October 8, 2025.

Replies to the questions listed below can be directed via email to:

Krista Liggett

krista.liggett@gov.sk.ca

General questions regarding the current Heritage Property Designation Program

  1. Are you aware of the Heritage Property Designation programs, Municipal Heritage Designation and Provincial Heritage Property Designation? Y/N.

 

  1. If so, what do you think about the program as a whole?
    1. Does the current program complement and/or support the work of your organization Y/N, if so, please explain how the work aligns and/or supports your program(s)?
    2. What could be done to make the program more useful to you or your organization?
    3. What could the Ministry do to improve the program?

 

General questions about commemorating heritage in Saskatchewan

  1. Is the heritage property designation program a good way to recognize SK Heritage? Why or why not

    If not, what would be a better way to recognize SK Heritage?

  2. What stories/themes/topics would you like to see recognized through heritage designation (focus on Provincial Heritage Property designation)?
  3. Are you aware of good examples of heritage designation programs in other places you would recommend we look at? If yes, let us know where and what components of the program impress you.

 

Thanks in advance for considering our request for information and we look forward to hearing from you. If you have any questions or would like to have a conversation, please reach out to me directly.

 

We want your feedback! Take our 2025 Summer Walking Tour Survey.

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Our 2025 Summer Walking Tour series has come to an end. We want to thank each and every person who attended a tour this year. Your support helps Heritage Regina continue to present engaging events and share our city’s rich heritage.

Please take a few minutes to fill out our 2025 Summer Walking Tour Survey. We want your opinion even if you did not attend any of the walking tours in 2025.

2025 Summer Walking Tour Feedback

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(Select all you attended)
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Please enter a number from 1 to 10.

Thank you for completing our survey! Your feedback is much appreciated. Watch out for the launch of our 2026 Lecture Series and don’t miss Regina’s most Historic Haunt, Ghosts of the College Avenue Campus, returning this October.

We’re Hiring a Program Coordinator!

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Under the direction of Heritage Regina’s Board of Directors, the Program Coordinator will lead the development and execution of Heritage Regina’s events and programming. 

 

Responsibilities: 

  1. Coordinate and oversee Heritage Regina’s annual events and programming, including lectures, tours, and other public events. 
  1. Develop program and event workplans, timelines, and budgets in collaboration with the Board. 
  1. Coordinate all event logistics, including scheduling, venues, permits, materials, and attendee registration (as required).  
  1. Develop and maintain programming records to fulfill requirements for grant reporting and evaluation, and alignment with strategic goals and Heritage Regina’s mission. 
  1. Identify and implement effective ways to enhance public participation and attendance at programming and events. 
  1. Recruit event volunteers and oversee volunteer engagement and recognition throughout the year. 
  1. Collaborate with the Communications Coordinator on event promotion and outreach.   
  1. Establish and maintain clear, consistent lines of communication with the Board, colleagues, and volunteers. 
  1. Develop and/or implement new programming or updates to existing programming in collaboration with, and at the direction of, the Board. 
  1. Assist in compiling material for grant reporting or funding proposals, as required by the board executive. 
  1. During less busy times of the year, the Coordinator will assist with some administrative, operational, or other duties based on the direction and needs of the Board. 

 

What You Bring: 

  1. Proven track record of successful program and event planning and execution (achieved through volunteer or professional experience) 
  1. Ability to stay organized, multi-task, and meet multiple deadlines 
  1. You are a self-starter comfortable with both independent and collaborative work 
  1. Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills 
  1. Strong attention to detail 
  1. An interest in heritage, local history, or community engagement 
  1. Proficiency with Microsoft Office products 

 

Assets 

  1. Experience with volunteer coordination and/or engagement 
  1. A background in heritage, library/archival work, or research 
  1. Interest in, or experience with, supporting Reconciliation goals through public educational programming 

 

Pay rate: $25/hour. Though hours may vary depending on the time of year, the Coordinator will work a minimum of 40 hours per month. 

 

To apply, submit a resume and cover letter to info@heritageregina.ca by 11:59 PM (CST) on Monday September 8th, 2025. While we thank all those who apply, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

 

Heritage Regina is a an equal-opportunity employer and strives to be an ally to minority groups in its work and hiring. We welcome applications from folks within Indigenous, Métis, disabled, 2SLGBTQ+, and other minority communities.

Feedback Wanted – Wascana Centre 2025 Master Plan

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Our friends at the Wascana Centre have produced a final draft of their 2025 Master Plan. They have opened a window for public feedback on the plan before they move to the next stage in developing the document.

Wascana Lake / Saskatchewan Legislative Building

 

From July 13th – July 27th you can read through their final draft of the 2025 Master Plan and provide feed back via their website.

To learn more about the Wascana Centre 2025 Master Plan and provide your feedback you can follow the link below to the Wascana Centre website.

2025 WC Master Plan