Reconciliation
ed shape the Urban Forest Management Plan and recognizes Indigenous relationships with the land as
part of the City’s work towards reconciliation and environmental
stewardship. The selected “Tree of Life” design will be featured in the updated Urban Forest
Management Plan and related City communications that help residents understand Regina’s urban
forest. Submissions will be reviewed by the Urban Forest Management Plan project team, which
includes Elders, Knowledge Keepers and City staff. Designs will be evaluated on how well they
reflect the “Tree of Life” theme, express Indigenous identity and creativity, connection to the
natural environment, life and community and are suitable for use
across print and digital formats. For more information, visit Regina.ca/TreeOfLife. Parks Master
Plan Following the Plan’s initial engagement efforts, the City recognized that ongoing engagement
with the Indigenous community as well as amplifying their voices by the outcomes of the Plan would
be essential to meaningfully move towards reconciliation. To undertake this more in-depth
engagement, work on the overall plan was paused and the consultant team was expanded to include
Wicehtowak Limnos Consulting Services LP (WLCS), who are local to Treaty 4 Territory. WLCS worked
closely with staff and led further engagements with Elders, Knowledge Keepers, Pipe Carriers,
Administrators and community members throughout Treaty 4 territory. The outcomes of this work are
directly linked to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Principles of Reconciliation and Calls
to Action to create an equitable and inclusive community. To effectively implement these
recommendations, the Plan includes a well-structured strategy outlining time frames, resource
requirements, responsibilities, potential support mechanisms and entities to inform. Ultimately,
this Parks Master Plan will yield a more sustainable, easy to maintain and safer parks system,
benefiting both residents and visitors to Regina. You can find the 2024 Parks Master Plan here:
2024 Regina Parks Master Plan.pdf The Legacy of Treaty 4: A Tribute to Missing and Murdered
Indigenous Women, Girls and Two Spirit People (MMIWG2S+) What is The Legacy of Treaty 4: A Tribute
to MMIWG2S+ Project? The Legacy of Treaty 4: A Commemorative Project for MMIWG2S+ is a
community-led initiative motivated by the Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and
Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (2019) and responds to the Calls for Justice. This project will
create an Indigenous-designed, land-based commemorative space in Māmowimīwēyitamōwin Park to
honour, recognize and acknowledge the significance and impact of Missing and Murdered Indigenous
Women, Girls and 2SLGBTQIAP+ people in Regina, while reflecting on the legacy of Treaty 4. This
project is led by Elders, Reconciliation Regina and Indigenous community partners and has been
shaped through trauma-informed engagement and community contributions. The final design has been
established and centers on a circular gathering space with a ceremonial fire at its heart. Stone
seating, paving and Grandfather boulders will extend from the centre, anchored by a Corten steel
retaining wall designed by Brianna LaPlante. Gently sloped berms with native plants and traditional
medicines will frame the space and strengthen its connection to the land. The City supports the
project through funding, coordination and facilitation, while Indigenous leadership and direction
remain with Elders and community partners. Long-term stewardship of the site will be guided by the
Civic Art and Cultural Collections Policy. Reflecting the legacy of Treaty 4, it will be maintained
as a place of cultural and historical significance, supporting ongoing respect, remembrance and
learning. Care and maintenance will be provided by the Community & Cultural Development branch
in partnership with Parks Maintenance using existing resources. Guiding Themes Following a
trauma-informed community consultation in 2019, three guiding themes were identified by the Elders
to inform the project vision: Commemorate: Honor the lives of MMIWG2S+ individuals, strengthen
family and community memory and create a place where Indigenous peoples can share messages of
remembering, honoring, resilience and hope for future generations. This theme emphasizes the
importance of memory and recognition in the healing process. Educate: Serve as an educational tool
that shares truths and knowledge with a broader community audience. By educating the public about
the historical and ongoing injustices faced by MMIWG2S+ people, the project hopes to foster greater
understanding and empathy and to challenge the systemic issues that perpetuate violence and
discrimination. Activate: Bear witness to injustice, provoke discussions, inspire action and
provide a platform for voices that may not have the opportunity to share their stories elsewhere.
This theme focuses on the need for active engagement and advocacy to address and rectify the
injustices faced by MMIWG2S+ people. Who is involved? This is a First Nations and Métis
community-led project initiated by Indigenous community leadership and Reconciliation Regina, whose
vision for reconciliation in Saskatchewan is that each citizen takes responsibility to create an
interdependent and fair society. The Elders who set the guiding themes and vision for this project
are Sherry Cochrane, Rita Goodwill, Wayne Goodwill, Dianne Kaiswatum, Roland Kaye, Donna O
keeweehow, Joan Pelltier, Lillian Piapot, James Hector Pratt, Faye Sioux John and Gwenda Yuzicappi.
The site design was co-created by the Design Panel, which includes David Garneau, Felicia Gay,
Jason Surkan and Tracy Desjarlais. The Design Panel selected local artist Brianna LaPlante to add
further artistic elements to the site, through a public call for First Nations, Métis and Inuit
artists and designers. Educational materials are currently being developed by the Knowledge
Collective to support ongoing learning and public awareness once the site is complete. The
Knowledge Collective includes Lori Campbell, Jamie Lerat, Danette Exner and Joely Big-Eagle
Kequatooway. What is next for the project? In April 2026, a Knowledge Collective was formed to
guide the development of the site’s educational and informational content. ...
Food & Yard Waste
ns by a substantial 10,820 tonnes per year. That's equivalent to taking 2,352 cars off the road
each year! Join us in making a positive impact on our environment.
Green Carts resume weekly collection April 6 From April 1 to August 31 elm leaves, branches, limbs,
and stumps are not accepted at the Yard Waste Depot, in accordance with provincial regulation.
Outside of the ban period elm leaves will be accepted at the Yard Waste Depot. Branches, limbs, and
stumps will still not be accepted during this time. Food and Yard Waste Driven by valuable data and
insights gathered from our pilot participants, this citywide service not only conserves landfill
space but also champions a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. The collected material undergoes
processing to create a usable product – nutrient-rich compost! ...
Cultural Plan
The Regina Cultural Plan lays the strategic direction for the development of the city’s artistic and cultural community for the next 10 years.
Get Involved & Learn More
and organizations takes your impact further. Buy local Supporting local businesses and producers is
not only good for the economy but also for the environment. By
buying locally sourced products and groceries, you can significantly reduce the carbon footprint
associated with transportation. Check out the Regina farmers' market, local craft fairs and local
shops to purchase seasonal produce and local products. Get involved in community groups Joining
community groups and organizations is a great way to connect with others and make a positive impact
in the community. There are opportunities to get involved in local initiatives you are passionate
about, take on new volunteer opportunities and support advocacy campaigns to help shape the future
of our city. Participate in workshops and events Find opportunities to attend events and workshops
focused on environmental topics you are interested in and learn more
about building a sustainable, renewable community. striped Why does addressing climate change
matter? The bad news: Climate change is an unprecedented threat to global social, economic, andenvironmental systems. It endangers human health, public safety,
infrastructure, and livelihoods, as well as the world's biodiversity and ecosystems. As the earth
continues to warm due to human-caused greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, the frequency and severity of
these dangers grow. The good news: Communities around the world, including Regina, are working
together to reduce emissions that contribute to these dangers. How Climate Change is Impacting
Regina Regina has already started to experience the impacts of climate change, with an increase in
average temperatures, more days over 30°C in the summer, and wetter springs and winters. With these
changes, there is an increased risk of extreme weather events, including longer and more intense
heat waves and flash floods. In the summer of 2021, during the development of the Energy &
Sustainability Framework, Regina experienced what is thought to be the worst drought on record for
the region, severe flooding due to heavy rainfall, and air quality warnings due to wildfires in
northern Saskatchewan. According to the Climate Atlas of Canada, Regina can continue to expect
increases in average temperature, increases in the number of extremely hot days (over 34˚C), and
increased variability in rainfall patterns.
Learn about Climate Change
Climate Change Mitigation & Adaptation Climate change mitigation means addressing the causes of
climate change. This involves reducing GHG emissions to slow, stop, and even reverse the effects of
climate change. Climate change adaptation means addressing the impacts of climate change we are
seeing now and will see more of in the future. This involves improving the ability of natural and
human systems to be strong in the face of actual and expected climate change impacts like extreme
heat events, flooding, and stronger storms. The City of Regina is taking action to reduce the
impacts of climate change and to adapt and prepare for a warmer, wetter, and more unpredictable
future. Our Community Emissions The first step to creating our path to net zero was to measure and
understand the community’s emissions. To do this, a “baseline” year – 2016 – was selected based on
a number of factors such as available data. Then, all current plans and policies were projected to
estimate their impact on our community emissions until the year 2050. In 2016, Regina’s community
emissions in 2016 were more than 5 million tonnes with no signs of decreasing. This picture charts
our projected community emissions without a coordinated plan, which does not look good for the
planet, or communities or economy. ...
Strategic Priorities
View the City’s 2026-29 Strategic Priorities
Winter Initiatives Grant
ves Grant supports initiatives that further the themes and goals of Regina’s Winter City Strategy.
This program aims to enhance Regina’s winter-built environment, as
well as promote community inclusion, accessibility and outdoor activity in the coldest months of
the year.
Household Hazardous Materials Depot
ials are items that can be corrosive, flammable or poisonous. Knowing which products are hazardous
can help you protect yourself, your family and the environment.
