Most, if not all, residents are aware of how important agriculture is to Saskatchewan, but Economic Development Regina (EDR) decided to take that thought a step further and quantify it’s significance. EDR released a report today called “Saskatchewan’s Annual Megaproject: Spring Seeding” which “uses data from a range of sources to understand the impact of […]
Economic Development Regina (EDR) is set to launch a new campaign to attract more workers and people to call the Queen City home. During the ‘State of Labour’ address to business leaders, President and CEO of EDR Chris Lane said that the campaign will focus on all the good things the city offers. “Regina has […]
Another Regina organization is disappointed in Air Canada’s decision to suspend direct flights between Regina and Calgary. In a letter penned to Air Canada, Economic Development Regina (EDR) said the decision was ill-considered. They join the Regina Airport Authority in calling the decision to suspend flights disappointing. President and CEO of Economic Development Regina Chris […]
It’s not just players and coaches looking for some prime time exposure to a national audience at this year’s Grey Cup – the host city is as well. Economic Development Regina (EDR) feels the Grey Cup being hosted in Regina is a chance to expose the city to a national, and even international audience. EDR […]
The City of Regina is rebranding and looking to ‘Grow Your World.’ Economic Development Regina unveiled its new place brand strategy, which aims to position the Queen City as a place to live, work, play, and invest and a strong and competitive community while fostering stakeholder support and commitment, both financially and otherwise. Chris Lane, […]
Tourism Regina is hoping both visitors and locals will take advantage of some of the attractions Regina has to offer this summer. To help celebrate Tourism Week, (May 29-June 4) Tourism Regina is recognizing several initiatives they have undertaken to help everyone find some of unique features the local area is able to offer. One […]
When Canadian Western Agribition rolls into Regina in late November, they will have a new CEO. Chris Lane has stepped down from his role to become the new President and CEO of Economic Development Regina. Lane said he would miss and remember the people when reflecting on his time. “Whether it’s exhibitors who come to […]
The City of Regina kicked off Canadian Western Agribition a little early with a flag-raising event Thursday afternoon. The flag-raising was to proclaim November 22 to 27, as Agribition Week in the city, but that wasn’t the only announcement. A partnership between the CWA and the Economic Development of Regina was also announced. Chris Lane, […]
The Agtech Accelerator based in Regina has created an international partnership with Innovate U.K. Economic Development Regina spokesperson Ly Pham says this partnership has benefits for both sides. “It’s really building opportunities for Saskatchewan companies to be able to have new markets within the U.K.,” Pham said. “Secondly — from the U.K.’s perspective — what […]
