CHEATED: The Laurier Liberals and the Theft of First Nations Reserve Land
2025-04-03 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Regina) | The Artesian, 2627 13th Avenue, Regina, Sas, S4T 1N2, Canada
Historian Bill Waiser will examine how First Nations reserve land surrenders were not used to meet homesteader demand during the early 20th century settlement boom, but rather to line the pockets of politicians and others.
This event is free to the public! Donations are gratefully accepted – suggested donation of $10 per person to support Heritage Regina’s educational programming.

About the Speaker
Bill Waiser is one of Canada’s foremost historians. Waiser was a professor of History at the University of Saskatchewan for over 30 years. He was named Distinguished Professor Emeritus after his retirement from the university. Waiser has also worked as a Yukon Historian for Parks Canada. Now a full-time writer and public speaker, Waiser has written 21 books, with his most recent entitled “Cheated: The Laurier Liberals and the Theft of First Nations Reserve Land”, the topic of this year’s lecture. Waiser has been a recipient of several awards and honours, including the Order of Canada, the Saskatchewan Order of Merit, and the Governor General’s Literary Award for Non-Fiction. Waiser has also had regular columns in many Canadian newspapers.

Photo credit: retrieved from the Globe and Mail

Spring Crocus Walk with Nature Regina
2025-04-21 15:00 - 17:00 | Caledonian Curling Club, 2225 Sandra Schmirler Way, Regina, SK, S4T4X1, Canada
Nature Regina is hosting its 2nd Annual Spring Crocus Walk on Monday, April 21!

Join us for a free guided nature walk at a re-discovered patch of native prairie right in the city limits! Come and see how native plants are thriving on part of a 68-acre piece of city property along Wascana Creek between Lewvan Drive and Sandra Schmirler Way.

In recent years, naturalists have found a stunning variety of prairie flowers and grasses at this site. It is a wonder how these native species have survived. The native prairie has the power to heal us and connect us to one another. Come and take a look. Step lightly on the land and let the prairie inspire you!

People of all ages are welcome! Light, leisurely walking will be involved.

Date and Time: Monday, April 21, @ 3 pm.

Location: Meet on the east side of the Caledonian Curling Club.

RSM's "Write A Song For Nature" Day Camp
2025-04-26 | Royal Saskatchewan Museum, 2445 Albert Street, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
Join the Royal Saskatchewan Museum this spring (April 26, May 3 and May 10) and learn about the natural world and hone your songwriting skills by creating and sharing original, nature-inspired songs — with the guidance of professional musicians. Supported by SK Arts, they’re offering a three-day camp for 16 to 20 year olds who are curious about nature and music.
This camp is open to all genres and experience levels, but space is limited. Reserve your spot by April 11.

“Exploring Library and Archives Canada Online” & SGS AGM
2025-04-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Online
Join the Saskatchewan Genealogy Society for a virtual information session about genealogical research, followed by their Annual General Meeting.
Over the past few years the website for Library and Archives Canada has undergone a number of changes. For some long-time users of the old site, this has caused moments of frustration. In this talk Ken will take a look at the new site, touch upon using the new census search system, and explore other resources they have made available to us.
Embarking on a genealogical adventure over two decades ago, Ken McKinlay’s quest began with a mission to confirm or debunk three family stories. Despite uncovering the truths behind those initial tales, Ken’s passion for delving into his family’s past remains steadfast, fueled by a constant stream of new questions. As a sought-after speaker by branches of Ontario Ancestors, the British Isles Family History Society of Greater Ottawa, and other genealogy societies across Canada, Ken McKinlay shares his expertise through engaging talks and workshops. His topics have included researching those who have fought for Canada in the world wars, exploring the Canadian censuses, delving into the mysteries of Ontario Land Records, and an eight-part series covering “Back to Basics” research for the British Isles. His presentations also focus on genealogical methodologies and overcoming genealogy brick walls. Beyond public speaking, Ken shares his insights on his blog, Family Tree Knots (https://familytreeknots.blogspot.com/), providing a valuable resource for fellow enthusiasts.
Following Ken’s presentation and questions and answers there will be a short break before the Annual General Meeting gets underway. There are no major motions for changes to the Constitution or Bylaws on the agenda at this time.

Unveiling of a Permanent Indigenous Veterans' Monument
2025-05-03 10:00 - 23:00 | Victoria Park, Victoria Park, Regina, SK, Canada
Members of the public are invited to join the Indigenous Veterans Monument Committee next Saturday, May 3 in Victoria Park for the unveiling of a permanent monument that honours Indigenous Veterans. The unveiling coincides with the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War.

From the Royal Regina Trust: “This monument stands as a reminder of their courage and sacrifice—and the injustices many faced upon returning home. It calls for remembrance, education, and the reparations still owed. We know that at least 20% of the Regina Rifles Regiment identified as Indigenous during the Second World War.”

World Migratory Bird Day in Wascana Park
2025-05-10 10:00 - 15:00 | Saskatchewan Science Centre, 2903 Powerhouse Drive, Regina, SK, Canada
Come join Nature Saskatchewan and their partners at the Greenspace near the Saskatchewan Science Centre for a fun-filled day celebrating our feathered friends! World Migratory Bird Day is all about welcoming our feathered friends back to Saskatchewan. This year we are celebrating Shared Spaces: Creating Bird-Friendly Cities and Communities. Join us for crafts, games, bird walks and more! Mark your calendars and get ready to spread your wings at this exciting event!
This event is FREE and fun for the whole family!

10am: Tipi Raising with Jeff Cappo
11am: Bird Walk with Ryan Fisher
2pm: Bird Walk with Shirley Bartz
Games, crafts and commuity art project throughout the day!

Registration is appreciated but not required: https://shorturl.at/iZ9QW

Feature Exhibit Unveiling: We Are Immigrants
2025-05-15 13:00 - 15:00 | Government House, 4607 Dewdney Ave, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
From our friends at Government House:
We are thrilled to announce that the unveiling of We Are Immigrants, our 2025 Feature Exhibit is taking place Saturday, May 24, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Government House.
We Are Immigrants is a travelling exhibit featuring the moving and thought-provoking work of artist Raeann Kit-Yee Cheung. Through powerful imagery, this exhibit reveals the often-hidden hardships and lasting legacy of early Chinese Canadian immigrants – and celebrates their vital contributions to the building of our nation.
The exhibit launch event will feature an exciting cultural showcase, featuring a Lion Dance by Kung Fu Regina, Chinese folk dancing by the Regina Chinese Cultural Association, and a graceful Tai Chi demonstration by Chung Wah Tai Chi
After the program, explore the exhibit and join us for a warm and welcoming reception in the beautiful Government House ballroom.
We would be honored if you could join us for this special occasion. We look forward to seeing you there!
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This series of images celebrates the legacy of Chinese immigrants as important contributors to the unification of what we now know as Canada. The United States and Canada share a border that seems to stretch naturally across the continent. Politically speaking, however, securing the Canadian border by no means happened naturally. The government had to act fast, and great sacrifices were made. At a crucial juncture, when British Columbia could have been seized by its American neighbour, the Canadian government needed significant manpower to solidify its confederacy – and thousands of Chinese came to Canada to help make this happen.
This series pays homage to early Chinese immigrants by offering a glimpse of their sacrifices and contributions, both of which have predominantly been excluded from Canada’s educational and community spaces.

The Cyclone of 1912: Impacts on the "Wholesale" District - Walking Tour
2025-05-22 08:00 - 17:00 | Venue B Coffee Louge, 2300 Dewdney Ave #110, Regina, SK, S4R1G8, Canada
When the Regina Cyclone devastated the city on June 30, 1912, it affected more than just downtown. Join Robin Adeney on a walking tour to discover the Cyclone’s impact on the “Wholesale” District.
Tour will depart from outside of Venue B Coffee Lounge (2300 Dewdney Avenue), and will last approximately 90 minutes.
This tour is free to the public, though a $10 donation/person is suggested to support our educational programming.

Heritage Regina's 2025 Annual General Meeting
2025-05-26 18:00 - 19:00
Join us on Monday, May 26 for our Annual General Meeting! All are welcome as we discuss Heritage Regina’s progress and challenges over the past year, as well as our future plans. Your involvement is invaluable in shaping the future of our community and safeguarding the historical, cultural, and architectural treasures of Regina.

You can join us in-person at Robinson Residential Design, or via Microsoft Teams – the link is available here. The AGM will take approximately 30 minutes. You can also find our 2024 Annual Report here.

See you there!

Volunteer Opportunities: Cathedral Village Forest Project
2025-05-28 - 2025-05-31 | Cathedral Neighbourhood, 3124 Victoria Avenue, Regina, Sk
Volunteer opportunities for the Cathedral Village Forest Project 2025 Spring Planting are now open.
For dates, times, and further details, click on the signup sheet here.
You can find more details about the Cathedral Village Forest Project, as well as contact information, on their website.

Step Back in Time: The Wascana Cultural Trailway (Night 1)
2025-06-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Wascana Park
Join the knowledgeable stewards of Wascana Centre and Heritage Regina as we unveil the stories etched along the shores of our cherished lake. Guests are invited to embark upon self-guided walking tours that explore the rich heritage nestled in the heart of Wascana.
As a special delight, a one-way boat ride will ferry guests across the lake—just as in days gone by—offering a scenic passage and a charming start to your history-filled stroll.
Location: the boat launch in front of Legislative Landing (north of the Queen Elizabeth II gardens).

Step Back in Time: The Wascana Cultural Trailway (Night 2)
2025-06-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Wascana Park

Step Back in Time: The Wascana Cultural Trailway (Night 3)
2025-06-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Wascana Park

The Story of Hillsdale: A Modern Subdivision
2025-07-17 18:00 - 20:00 | 38 Turgeon Crescent, 38 Turgeon Crescent, Regina, SK, Canada
Join us for a brand-new heritage walk! This year the Hillsdale neighbourhood celebrates its 70th anniversary. Robin Adeney shares Hillsdale’s history as a family-friendly “modern” subdivision.
Tour will depart from the front of Marion McVeety Elementary School (38 Turgeon Crescent)
All tours are free. A suggested $10.00 per person donation helps support current and future Heritage Regina programming.

The Lakeview Neighbourhood
2025-07-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Legislature Building, 2405 Legislative Dr., Regina
Ever wonder about the large, stately homes along Albert Street? Or about the history behind the construction of the Legislative Building? Join Sarah Schuweiler-Frizzell to discover the Lakeview neighbourhood and its fascinating history.
Tour will depart from the front steps of the Legislative Building (2405 Legislative Drive)
All tours are free. A suggested $10.00 per person donation helps support current and future Heritage Regina programming.

Wascana Centre: The Humanity Behind the Park
2025-08-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Bar Willow Eatery
Nikki Little, your guide for the evening, has been working with Will Chabun to preserve his research on Wascana Centre. Join her on this walk around the lake’s northern shore and hear tales of true crime, political drama, sports victories, and this beautiful park’s evolution.
Tour will depart from the parking lot for the Marina and Bar Willow Eatery (off Wascana Drive)
All tours are free. A suggested $10.00 per person donation helps support current and future Heritage Regina programming.

Once Around the Park: A Geological Tour of Downtown Regina
2025-08-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Victoria Park, Victoria Park, Regina, SK, Canada
Join our guide from the Saskatchewan Geological Society and discover the many varieties of stone and fossils that make up downtown’s most historic sites. You’ll gain a new appreciation for the geological history of Saskatchewan and historic building materials used prolifically in the early 1900s.
Tour will depart from the Cenotaph in Victoria Park.
All tours are free. A suggested $10.00 per person donation helps support current and future Heritage Regina programming.

Lost Buildings of Regina
2025-08-23 18:00 - 20:00 | Cornwall Centre, 2102 11th Avenue, Regina, SK, Canada
Explore Regina’s earliest years as Melissa Clow reveals what has vanished from view in the city’s downtown. Please note: this tour will be augmented by historical photographs shared via your cell phone.
Tour will depart from outside the north entrance of Cornwall Centre on Saskatchewan Drive.
All tours are free. A suggested $10.00 per person donation helps support current and future Heritage Regina programming.

Germantown
2025-08-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Central Fire Hall, 1650 11th Avenue, Regina, SK, Canada
Warren James is ready to share the commercial and residential history of Germantown, an early Regina neighbourhood originally settled by central Europeans.
Tour will depart from outside the Central Fire Hall (1651 11th Ave)
All tours are free. A suggested $10.00 per person donation helps support current and future Heritage Regina programming.

Here Before: An Interactive Séance Experience
2025-10-18 14:00 - 17:30
Government House Historical Society and Government House invite you to an interactive séance experience, if you dare.

The year is 1905. Saskatchewan is on the cusp of becoming a province and you are no mere spectator. You will take on the role of a real historical figure, drawn into an evening of laughter, conversation and celebration. Join in parlour games, mingle with fellow guests from another century and feel the excitement of the night.

Amid the revelry lies mystery. The evening’s main event is a visiting psychic medium, rumoured to have ties to the world beyond. Will their visions bring comfort, delight, or a chill you cannot shake? What truths or terrors might they reveal?

When the celebration draws to a close and you return to the present, you will be left with the uncanny sensation that you have indeed been Here Before.

Saturday, October 18
Government House

2-4:30 p.m. (ages 12+) $22.50 per person
6:30-9 p.m. (ages 19+) $75 per person

Victorian costumes are encouraged to fully immerse yourself in the experience.

Tickets are now available. Spots are limited: https://governmenthousesk.ca/here-before-an-interactive…

Ghost Tours of the College Avenue Campus
2025-10-18 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-10-25 19:00 - 21:00 | College Ave Campus, 2155 College Ave, Regina, Saskatchewan
Registration for the Ghost Tours of College Avenue Campus is now LIVE: bit.ly/4nZg9nR
Regina’s most historic haunt is back by popular demand! Join guide Darcy Donovan on a walk through the storied College Avenue Campus. You’ll discover heritage on each floor of the building through the legends, facts, and terrifying tales that lead many to believe that ghosts walk the campus. Together we’ll uncover the truth hidden behind some of College Avenue’s most legendary lore.
Registration is required with a minimum $10.00 donation. Registration begins October 1, 2025. Heritage Regina members get early access to registration Sign up for a membership via our website here: https://heritageregina.ca/members/
Tour begins at 7:00 PM.

Ghost Tours of the College Avenue Campus
2025-11-01 19:00 - 21:00 | College Ave Campus, 2155 College Ave, Regina, Saskatchewan
Regina’s most historic haunt is back by popular demand! Join guide Darcy Donovan on a walk through the storied College Avenue Campus. You’ll discover heritage on each floor of the building through the legends, facts, and terrifying tales that lead many to believe that ghosts walk the campus. Together we’ll uncover the truth hidden behind some of College Avenue’s most legendary lore.
Registration is required with a minimum $10.00 donation. Registration begins October 1, 2025. Heritage Regina members get early access to registration Sign up for a membership via our website here: https://heritageregina.ca/members/
Tour begins at 7:00 PM.

The Torch Be Ours: Honouring Military Service
2025-11-27 19:00 - 20:00 | The Artesian, 2627 13th Avenue, Regina, Sas, S4T 1N2, Canada
Join Heritage Regina and retired Lt. Col. Edward Staniowski as he reflects on a lifetime of service overseas, and of his parents’ service during the Second World War.

Admission to Heritage Regina Lectures is free.

A suggested $10.00 donation per person helps fund educational programming like this lecture.

Check out Ed’s appearance on CTV Your Morning Saskatchewan to learn more by clicking the image below:

RSVP on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/events/684682884390225

About The Speaker:

LIEUTENANT COLONEL (Retired) EDWARD E. STANIOWSKI OMM, CD

Lieutenant-Colonel (LCol) Edward E. Staniowski joined the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Primary Reserves in 1985 as an Officer Cadet in the Royal Regina Rifles (RRR). While with the RRR LCol Staniowski served as Platoon Commander, Training Officer, Adjutant, Company Commander, Deputy Commanding Officer and was the Unit’s Commanding Officer from 1998 to 2001.

LCol Staniowski has served on six operational deployments including three United Nations / NATO missions with the Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry (PPCLI); Bosnia (1997), Croatia (1992) and the Middle East (1991). In 2004 LCol Staniowski deployed to Sierra Leone, West Africa as the Canadian Contingent Commander with the International Military Advisor Training Team (IMATT) and was the senior Canadian advisor to the Armed Forces of Sierra Leone. In 2005 he was seconded to the ECOWAS Standby Force (ESF) CONOP Planning Team in Abuja, Nigeria. Most recent overseas deployments were to Afghanistan (2008) with NATO’s International Stabilization Assistance Force (ISAF) as the Regional Command South, Senior Liaison Officer (LO). In 2010 he deployed as Senior Mentor to the Afghan National Army Staff College in Kabul. Service with foreign allies included training and operations with the armies of Afghanistan, Australia, Denmark, France, Germany, Great Britain, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, the Netherlands, New Zealand and the United States.
Leadership courses and qualifications include CAF Advanced Infantry Classification, the Canadian Army Operations Course (Canadian Army Command and Staff College, Kingston), the Joint Command Staff Course (Canadian Forces College, Toronto) and the New Zealand Tactics Course (New Zealand War College).
LCol Staniowski has served as a staff officer at the Unit and Formation level in Cyprus, Bosnia, Denmark and Afghanistan; including the CAF Command Cell to the 2002 G8 Summit Task Force Op GRIZZLY and with the United Nations Standby High Ready Brigade (SHIRBRIG) Presidency / Command Cell in 2003 and 2005.
LCol Staniowski retired from the CAF in 2015 as Director Reserve Training, Canadian Army Command and Staff College, Kingston, Canada. Since his retirement, he has worked with the Canadian Soldier On and US Wounded Warrior Programs.

Sober Stories and Tipsy Tales from Regina’s Prohibition Era - 2026 Lecture Series
2026-01-29 19:00 - 20:00 | Bushwakker Brewing Company, 2206 Dewdney Ave, Regina, SK
Join us for Heritage Regina’s driest lecture yet — an evening of history, song, and story that brings the era of 1920s prohibition to life. This multimedia lecture features archival images and music in a spirited journey from sober ideals to roaring rebellion.

A Vacation for Victory Book Launch
2026-03-05 08:00 - 17:00
Heritage Regina is proud to partner with local author and historian Kelsey M. Lonie to celebrate the launch of her new book: “A Vacation for Victory: An Illustrated History of the Women’s Land Army in Canada” published with McGill-Queen’s University Press.

Stay tuned for more details!

HOUSE IN A BOX: CATALOG HOMES - 2026 Lecture Series
2026-03-05 19:00 - 20:00 | Darke Hall, 2255 College Avenue, Regina, Saskatchewan
Heritage Regina board member John Robinson will look back at the popularity of ‘Catalog homes’ in the early 1900s. Learn how early immigrants to western Canada picked their dream homes by flipping pages.

In Our Grandfather’s Footsteps: Building An Authentic Homestead Shack - 2026 Lecture Series
2026-03-26 19:00 - 20:00 | The Artesian, 2627 13th Avenue, Regina, Sas, S4T 1N2, Canada
John and Frank Robinson share their experience of bringing together a small group of friends to build an authentic homestead shack using the tools and craftsmanship of 1910.

All Heritage Regina Lectures are free. A suggested $10 donation per person helps fund our educational programming.

NO LEVEL FIELDS - 2026 Lecture Series
2026-04-09 19:00 - 20:00 | The Artesian, 2627 13th Avenue, Regina, Sas, S4T 1N2, Canada
Join historian Bill Waiser in an examination of the homesteading experience in Saskatchewan, and discover why only 3 out of 5 settlers succeeded.

2026 Heritage Regina Annual General Meeting
2026-05-13 18:00 - 18:30 | Robinson Residential, 2240 - 2nd Ave, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
