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REGINA – The Regina & District Chamber of Commerce celebrated the best of Regina's business community at the 27th annual Paragon Awards, presented by Nutrien, on Thursday, April 2.

Held at the Delta Regina, the evening recognized outstanding businesses, entrepreneurs and community leaders whose contributions are shaping the future of Regina’s economy.

“The Paragon Awards are a celebration of what makes Regina’s business community so strong – the drive, the innovation and the commitment to this city that our members bring every single day. Each of this year’s winners represents the very best of that spirit, and we’re proud to recognize them on behalf of the entire business community,” said Mike Tate, CEO, Regina & District Chamber of Commerce

Special Honours

Award of Distinction: Sponsored by Varsity Homes and Gilroy Homes

Presented to: Kevin Stricker, President and CEO, Fries Tallman Lumber

Starting at Fries Tallman Lumber in 1983 and becoming a partner in 1988, Kevin has spent more than four decades helping shape Regina's skyline. This year, FTL marks 70 years as a locally owned, family-run business.

Community Leadership Award: Sponsored by CTV

Presented to: Melissa Coomber-Bendtsen, CEO, YWCA Regina

CEO of YWCA Regina since 2015 and the youngest in the organization's 110-year history, Melissa spearheaded the creation of the Kikaskihtânaw Centre – a groundbreaking trauma-informed hub offering wraparound services for those facing poverty, gender-based violence, and mental health and addiction challenges.