CELEBRATING THE 2025 PARAGON AWARDS
The Regina & District Chamber of Commerce gathered tonight for the 26th Annual Paragon Awards, an event that honours Regina’s most outstanding businesses.
Held at the Delta Hotels Regina and presented by Nutrien, the event opened with the presentation of the Award of Distinction and the Community Leadership Award.
Tim Young, a founding partner and owner of Young’s Equipment, was recognized with the Award of Distinction for his 52-year career in the agricultural equipment business.
Sean Young accepted the award, presented by Moazzam Khan of ISM Kyndryl, on behalf of his father.
The Community Leadership Award is presented to an individual or organization that has demonstrated exceptional leadership in contributing to our community through volunteer service.
This year’s honouree was Bernie Eiswirth, who received his award from Mark Goulet of SaskEnergy. Mr. Eiswirth has impacted our community in a number of ways, from his stellar career with the Regina Police Service, coaching baseball for 24 years and serving 20 years as the general manager and vice-president of the Regina Red Sox.
Awards were presented in eight categories:
YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR
Presented by Conexus Credit Union
Winner: Nathan Silljer, Edco Plumbing & Heating
COMMUNITY ALLIANCE
Presented by Scotiabank
Winner: Hospitals of Regina Foundation Cardiac Care
(Cardiac Care Campaign in partnership with Municipal Hail Insurance)
CUSTOMER SERVICE EXCELLENCE
Presented by Regina Airport Authority
Winner: Hotel Saskatchewan
MARKETING & PROMOTIONAL ACHIEVEMENT
Presented by Saskatchewan Blue Cross
Winner: Canadian Western Agribition
DIVERSITY, EQUALITY & INCLUSION
Presented by Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Winner: Creative Options Regina
ENVIRONMENTAL EXCELLENCE
Presented by the City of Regina
Winner: Green Smart Windowns, Doors & Blinds
NEW BUSINESS VENTURE
Presented by WorkSafe Saskatchewan
Winner: Skyline Distillery
BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
Presented by flexnetworks
Winner: Harvard Western Insurance
“The Paragon Awards shine a spotlight on the businesses, entrepreneurs, and individuals who have gone above and beyond to make Regina and our surrounding district a vibrant, dynamic, and thriving place to live and work,” said Mike Tate, CEO of the Regina & District Chamber of Commerce.
“At the Regina & District Chamber of Commerce, we believe in the power of collaboration, innovation, and dedication. These awards are a testament to the extraordinary talent and hard work that each nominee has brought to their respective fields, and we are so proud to support them on this journey.”