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REGINA Regina is the heartbeat of the province with a long history, and laid back culture. With Canada’s 150th Anniversary fresh in your mind, it’s the perfect time to visit the province’s capital and see it all for yourself!

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Jump the line between visitor and local Hang with the Locals Experience a new and exciting downtown Regina with tons of new restaurants and bars opening all the time. Grab a drink on the rocks at Malt City, get creative with your cuisine at Crave Kitchen + Wine Bar, or Flip Eatery & Drink, and sit back and enjoy music at the renovated Capitol Restaurant & Cocktail Bar.

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#SeeYQR #SeeYQR through the eyes of our Ambassadors In Regina there are tons of things to see and do, with new shops, events, and attractions popping up all the time. Here, it’s the locals who know best, so who better to show the city off? Check out our Regina Ambassadors at SeeYQR.ca and search #SeeYQR to see what they recommend for your next visit. While you're there don't miss the 360° videos of some of the best events in the city.

Suzy Krause Favourite Attractions Government House Regina Symphony Orchestra Favourite Restaurants Italian Star Deli The Capitol

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Favourite Attractions Farmers' Market RCMP Heritage Centre

Favourite Attractions Regina Pats Hockey Globe Theatre

Favourite Restaurants Orange Izakaya Tangerine

Favourite Restaurants Leopold's Tavern Victoria's Tavern

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Favourite Attractions Regina Downtown Wascana Centre

Favourite Attractions MacKenzie Art Gallery Royal Saskatchewan Museum

Favourite Restaurants Flip Eatery & Drink Artful Dodger Cafe & Music Emporium

Favourite Restaurants Caraway Grill Angkor Southeast Delight

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Bring the family Home of the RCMP The RCMP Heritage Centre is located where the tradition began, at the RCMP Academy, 'Depot' Division in Regina, Saskatchewan. 'Depot' has trained every RCMP ‘cadet’ since it was established in 1885; it’s no wonder Regina is often referred to as Home of the RCMP. Take a tour of historic 'Depot' and take in the Sergeant Major’s Parade. Tour the Heritage Centre and discover real stories about Mounties in red serge through stimulating galleries and exhibits that are filled with artifacts using static displays, multi-media technologies, virtual reality and augmented reality. All ages are sure to enjoy In recognition of Canada's 150th Anniversary, the RCMP Heritage Centre presents their feature exhibition for 2017 Building Better Partnerships: The RCMP and Canada's First Peoples. The exhibition explores the history of First Nations peoples and the Mounted Police. Included is the early relationship of NWMP Commissioner Macleod and Blackfoot Chief Crowfoot, the key role of Métis guides and scouts, the vital partnership with Inuit Special Constables in Canada's North, and First Nations as Regular Members today.

I never like doing the same thing twice. Change is my best friend so I’m always getting distracted, shunning routine, and, ultimately, trying new things.

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#SeeYQR Royal Saskatchewan Museum Ever wanted to know what Saskatchewan was like when dinosaurs roamed the earth? Explore the province’s natural history, past and present, and Indigenous cultures at the Royal Saskatchewan Museum. Plus, see the new exhibit 150 for 150, featuring 150 species for Canada 150 until May 2018.

Saskatchewan Science Centre Discover science fun in Saskatchewan! With more than 180 hands-on, interactive exhibits, live stage shows, and a giant IMAX theatre, there’s always something new to explore or learn about. Launch a hot air balloon, discover what it takes to build, plan, and power a community in Building Connections, meet some creatures in the Critter Cave, create giant bubbles, take a crop from field to port in Richardson Ag-grow-land, or even take a trip to outer space. And that’s only the beginning! Visit sasksciencecentre.com for details!

Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame Located in the heart of downtown Regina, the SSHF was established to honour outstanding Saskatchewan athletes, championship teams and sport builders as well as preserve the history of Saskatchewan sport through displays of artifacts, memorabilia, inductee portraits and citations.

The Hall of Fame includes (as of 2016) 505 inductees representing 51 sports, and houses more than 12,000 artifacts in its collection. The SSHF is also now interactive, and features iPads, monitors and a new multi-sport simulator!

Government House Come in from the cold, and take a step back in time to 1905. Friendly Visitor Experience Hosts will guide you through Victorian artifacts preserved in the Amédée Forget Museum, the former residence of Saskatchewan’s first Lieutenant Governor.

Soak in our province’s proud history in the J.E.N. Wiebe Interpretive Centre, tour the beautiful works of local artists in the Queen Elizabeth II Art Gallery, and stop to smell the flowers in the Sylvia Fedoruk Conservatory – a warm, sunshiny oasis any time of year! Visit Saskatchewan.ca/GovtHouse for seasonal hours and more information.

Wascana Centre Lose yourself in Regina’s Wascana Centre. Located in the heart of the city, this elaborate park ecosystem has 2,300 acres of green space, making it one of North America’s largest urban parks. Visit the renowned attractions in the park including the Saskatchewan Legislative Building, Royal Saskatchewan Museum, Saskatchewan Science Centre and Kramer IMAX Theatre, MacKenzie Art Gallery, and the Conexus Arts Centre. Numerous annual events bring the community together in Wascana Centre including SaskTel Summer Invasion, Regina Dragon Boat Festival, and the Canada Day celebrations (with a Canada 150 theme this year, of course).

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Experience our culture Embrace it Now As a city with an ever-growing population from all over the world, Regina is truly a hub of culture that can be experienced with all of your senses. Appreciate and interpret art at some of the many galleries such as the MacKenzie Art Gallery, or head downtown to see some of the various outdoor pieces. Get in tune while you sit back and enjoy music from the Regina Symphony Orchestra or a live performance in our beloved Globe Theatre.

After the show, be sure to stop by one of the many diverse restaurants located downtown.

Regina ... is not so big that you feel lost in it and all the good opportunities, recreational or otherwise, are taken or sold out.You can just jump right in and feel like you’re a part of things."

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#SeeYQR Globe Theatre Say goodbye to reality and enter a world of fantasy as you take a seat in Canada’s only permanent theatre in the round: Regina’s Globe Theatre. This is the province’s largest performing arts organization, and the regional theatre for Regina and southern Saskatchewan. Located in the heart of downtown Regina, Globe Theatre was Saskatchewan’s first professional theatre company.

Regina Symphony Orchestra Brought to life in vivid detail, the Regina Symphony Orchestra (RSO) will challenge and inspire you a way that no other concert experience can. Join the RSO and Music Director Gordon Gerrard as they redefine your perception of the symphony through an exploration of the most celebrated pieces from classical and popular music.

This season, experience a new collection of breathtaking circus feats and classical mastery during Cirque de la Symphonie, or take in the music of two of the greatest composers of all time during Tchaikovsky & Mozart. No matter what excites you, the RSO has something that will spark your passion for the symphony experience.

MacKenzie Art Gallery Find some inspiration at the MacKenzie Art Gallery! Explore the work of Brett Graham, which is included in the collections of the National Gallery of Canada, the National Gallery of Australia and Te Papa Museum of New Zealand. Take a free tour, get creative with hands-on activities in the BMO Learning Centre, and don’t forget to stop by the Gallery Shop – a great place to find handmade Saskatchewan gifts. Open seven days a week, free admission.

Legislative Building Known as the marble palace, the Saskatchewan Legislative Building is the largest legislative building in Canada and features 34 different types of marble from around the world. The exterior is elaborately decorated with intricate carvings of lions, gargoyles and chains of grain and fruit, and the copper dome that was unveiled in 2016. The Legislative Building overlooks beautiful Wascana Lake in Wascana Centre. Free tours are available 362 days a year.

Grab a Bite After a full day of exploring Regina's cultural sites, head downtown to try out some amazing cuisine. Caraway Grill is the perfect place to find authentic East Indian recipes and great customer service.

Only have a moment? Pop into Italian Star Deli on Victoria Avenue. This local favourite actually holds the #1 spot on TripAdvisor and has been passed down through the generations. You'll truly feel like a long, lost relative in this welcoming deli. Try some of their homemade tiramisu, Italian dressing, pesto and a concoction called “La Bomba,” a mix of banana peppers, jalapenos and crushed chili peppers in oil. The dressing, pesto and La Bomba are staples in the Italian Star’s famous paninis.

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Bold for the senses Food and Sights Regina's local food scene is unlike any other. After a busy day of exploring, you must be hungry!

Head to downtown Regina, hit up several original restaurants and spark up a conversation with a local. Don’t forget to take home a tasty treat or two from the Regina Farmers’ Market or try heading out of town to experience the countryside and get an peek of a local distillery.

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#SeeYQR Regina Farmers' Market Since 1975, Regina Farmers’ Market (RFM) has been representing SK producers and serving Regina area customers. All products at RFM are made, baked, grown, or designed in Saskatchewan. You’ll find the typical farmers’ market fare at RFM, as well as hand-crafted items, art, buskers, and food trucks. Regina Farmers’ Market is THE destination for the highest quality local products!

Open every Wednesday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. until Oct. 14. Check out the indoor markets every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 21 to Dec. 16.

Taste of the Prairies Just a 25-minute drive from Regina through the scenic rolling hills of the Qu’Appelle Valley, you will find the beautiful town of Lumsden. Its small town charm will have you indulging in a slice of organic prairie cherry pie, sipping a locally distilled cocktail, or bringing home fresh crisp vegetables from the garden. At Over the Hill Orchards, learn how science has allowed this Saskatchewan based, award-winning orchard to grow fruit not native to the region. Stay for a slice of gluten-free prairie cherry pie or taste the newly launched fruit wine. Also, take a tour of Saskatchewan’s first microdistillery, Last Mountain Distillery, and get an inside look at the intricate process.

Grab a Bite If you happen to be taking a stroll around Wascana Centre when you hear your stomach grumble, stop in at Willow on Wascana!

Are you downtown? Walk over to The Capitol for some live music and amazing cocktails and gourmet tapas. This 1920’s speakeasy and gin joint comes alive in the historic Singer building-a once balconied Hollywood-styled theatre that held 1,500 people and boasted a 10-piece orchestra.

If you don't want the fun to stop, get creative with your cuisine at Crave Kitchen + Wine Bar, or head over to Flip Eatery & Drink located just across the street.

Regina is grassroots.

It supports local, and it’s collaborative and bootstraps mentality is a refreshing difference from other places.

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2018: A year of events If you're a fiend for sports, 2018 is the year you need to visit Regina! With at least three highcalibre events happening in the city, there is surely something that will peak your interest.

In the winter catch the Tim Hortons Brier taking place at the Brandt Centre or stop by in the spring to watch the 100th Mastercard Memorial Cup happening at the same place. More of a summer person? The Wascana Country Club will be host to the CP Women's Open on the LPGA Tour.

Regina is a small city that is changing constantly, whether expanding with new neighbourhoods, local shops, or exciting new events.

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#SeeYQR Skate Canada International October 26 - 29, 2017

Watch as amazing Canadian champions like Patrick Chan, Kaetlyn Osmond, Tessa Virtue / Scott Moir, and more hit the ice at the Brandt Centre. This event will be a critical stop on the road to PyeongChang, as skaters look to perfect their programs in the lead-up to the 2018 Olympic Winter Games.

Saskatchewan Roughriders Mid-June until end of November, 2017

Be one of the first to experience a Saskatchewan Roughriders game in their new home at Mosaic Stadium! The stadium will deliver an incredible game day experience with wider individual seats, a sunken bowl to ease spectator access, expansive concourses, concession, and hospitality offerings including a general admission lounge.

Canadian Western Agribition November 20 - 25, 2017

Claiming the best beef show on the continent and the largest livestock show in Canada, Canadian Western Agribition lets you experience the agriculture industry first-hand. Check out the cattle trade auctions, milking demonstrations, horse pull, music, and festive entertainment when you come to this event!

2018 Tim Hortons Brier March 3 - 1, 2018

Curling fanatics cannot miss this major event, which features many of the world’s best teams playing for the right to represent Canada at the 2018 World Men’s Championship in Las Vegas.

In addition to being a part of the world’s most famous curling competition inside the Brandt Centre, you’ll also be a part of the world’s most famous curling party, the Patch. Located just a short covered walk away from the arena in the adjacent International Trade Centre at Evraz Place, you can check out live music, have a meal and mingle with players and fellow fans from all over Canada.

100th Mastercard Memorial Cup May 17 - 27, 2018

Regina is home of the WHL’s Pats, the CHL’s oldest franchise beginning operations in 1917, and host of the 2018 Mastercard Memorial Cup. Cheer on your favourite champions of the Western Hockey League, Ontario Hockey League, and Quebec Major Junior Hockey League competing in the traditional round-robin tournament format at Regina’s Brandt Centre.

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Regina Folk Festival August 10 - 12, 2018

This music festival is on the not-to-miss list! The Regina Folk Festival takes over Victoria Park with several stages, arts market, children’s area, and more. This is your chance to see non-stop international bands that will have you grooving all weekend. Grab a lawn chair, kick back, and spend the weekend chilling to the music.

Regina is so accessible, it’s not every day in any other city that you would be dining at a restaurant beside the Mayor or Jon Ryan!

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#SeeYQR Canada's Farm Progress Show June 20 - 22, 2018

With over 40,000 visitors from more than 50+ countries, Canada’s Farm Progress Show promotes innovation, education, collaboration and growth in the agriculture industry. As Canada’s largest trade show, it attracts world-class manufacturers, exhibitors, speakers and entertainment to Regina each year.

2018 CP Women’s Open August 20 - 26, 2018

The CP Women’s Open welcomes the top players on the LPGA Tour including CP golf ambassadors Brooke Henderson, Lorie Kane, and fellow Canadian Alena Sharp, along with past champions and LPGA stars such as Lydia Ko, Ariya Jutanugarn, So Yeon Ryu, Suzann Pettersen and Michele Wie.

Queen City Marathon September 7 - 9, 2018

With more than 6,000 participants from across the world, the GMS Queen City Marathon has grown to become a three-day event with the introduction of the Night Owl 5K in 2017. Take part in races on all three days and walk away with a special medal!

Casino Regina Year-round

Feeling lucky? Gaming at Casino Regina gives you an entertaining experience! Follow the bright lights and see if you can hit it big at the slots, poker tables, or blackjack. Near several hotels, the casino could be just a couple of steps from where you’re staying. Visit their show lounge and take in world-class performances.

Grab a Pint If you're looking to head out for a pint after a great event, Regina is stocked with a ton of great options. Victoria's Tavern or Leopold's both provide a classic tavern or bar atmosphere offering comfort food, 20+ beers on tap and more.

Get over to Dewdney Avenue and try some locally-brewed beer. Rebellion offers a wide selection of unique recipes on tap with a strong emphasis on supporting the local home brew community. We suggest the lentil beer!

Just up the street is Bushwakker's Brewpub. Named one of Canada's best brewpubs by The Globe & Mail. It has nine regular beers (brewed year round), 20 seasonal beers (brewed only at certain times of the year) and a specialty mead.

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