REGINA — Warmth arrived in more than one form as SaskEnergy launched its 2026 Share the Warmth Days, bringing hot coffee, essential supplies and attention to people and organizations doing critical work during Saskatchewan’s coldest months.
The first event spotlighted the Eagle Heart Centre, a Regina-based organization delivering culturally relevant, trauma-informed support to adults and families facing hardship.
“This program has been around for more than 30 years and it continues to make a real impact,” said Allix Schweitzer, Community Engagement Supervisor with SaskEnergy. “Today is about celebrating Eagle Heart Centre, the incredible work they do right here in Regina, and creating awareness around the need for these services in our community.”
During the event, SaskEnergy distributed care bags filled with mitts, toques, scarves, food and hygiene items, while inviting people to stop for a warm drink and learn more about the program.
Eagle Heart Centre received a Share the Warmth grant for its Holiday Hampers of Hope project, which supported adults living with cognitive impairments and their families affected by financial hardship, social isolation and intergenerational trauma. The initiative delivered Christmas hampers and hosted a community holiday meal for more than 100 recipients.
“With the support of the SaskEnergy grant, we were able to provide families with essential items during the holiday season,” said Chelsea McCallum, Team Lead of the Adult Mentorship Program at Eagle Heart Centre. “It also allowed us to host a Christmas dinner for our participants and their families, and we’re very thankful for that support.”
SaskEnergy says Share the Warmth reflects a broader commitment to community care.
“At SaskEnergy, warmth is more than heat,” said Mark Guillet, President and CEO of SaskEnergy. “It’s about care, connection and community.”
This year, 115 organizations received Share the Warmth grants as part of a $100,000 investment across Saskatchewan. Since 2013, the program has provided more than $630,000 to over 650 projects in 104 communities.
Share the Warmth Days continue throughout February with stops in Moose Jaw, Tisdale and North Battleford, each highlighting local organizations supporting people through winter.
The message from Regina was simple and clear. When communities show up, warmth follows.
