


Run of Show
Saturday May 17, 2025 | 12 PM - 5 PM
Education Auditorium, University of Regina


Run of Show
Saturday May 17, 2025 | 12 PM - 5 PM
Education Auditorium, University of Regina
10:00 - 11:00 AM
Discovery Session
If you’ve signed up for our free morning session—Bottle Painting with Credell Simeon, head over to the Education Auditorium. Our volunteers will guide you to the designated space.
10:00 - 11:00 AM
Discovery Session
If you’ve signed up for our free morning session—Bottle Painting with Credell Simeon, head over to the Education Auditorium. Our volunteers will guide you to the designated space.
10:00 - 11:00 AM
Discovery Session
If you’ve signed up for our free morning session—Bottle Painting with Credell Simeon, head over to the Education Auditorium. Our volunteers will guide you to the designated space.
11:00am - 12:00 PM
Registration Opens
Pick up your lanyard and head to our Coffee Corner for a beverage to kickstart your TEDx experience.
11:00am - 12:00 PM
Registration Opens
Pick up your lanyard and head to our Coffee Corner for a beverage to kickstart your TEDx experience.
11:00am - 12:00 PM
Registration Opens
Pick up your lanyard and head to our Coffee Corner for a beverage to kickstart your TEDx experience.
12:00 - 2:00 PM
SESSION 1: THE LAUNCHPAD
Our first set of speakers is ready to ignite bold ideas, share truths, and explore innovation.
Opening Remarks & TEDxRegina Kickoff
Prayers & Blessings – Elder Lorna StandingReady
Greetings from the City of Regina – Councillor Victoria Flores

TEDx Talk: We’ve Changed the Climate; Can we Change Ourselves? | David Sauchyn
David explores how shifting weather patterns reveal a deeper climate story. He challenges what we call “unprecedented” and shows how climate change is less about distant glaciers and more about our everyday choices.

TEDx Talk: We’ve Changed the Climate; Can we Change Ourselves? | David Sauchyn
David explores how shifting weather patterns reveal a deeper climate story. He challenges what we call “unprecedented” and shows how climate change is less about distant glaciers and more about our everyday choices.

TEDx Talk: We’ve Changed the Climate; Can we Change Ourselves? | David Sauchyn
David explores how shifting weather patterns reveal a deeper climate story. He challenges what we call “unprecedented” and shows how climate change is less about distant glaciers and more about our everyday choices.

TEDx Talk: I Used to Think I Wasn’t Indigenous Enough | Michelle Brooks
In this raw and heartfelt talk, Michelle takes us through a powerful personal journey of loss, resilience, and transformation. She challenges the myth of "not enough" and empowers us to trust in our own lived experience, inner strength, and purpose.

TEDx Talk: I Used to Think I Wasn’t Indigenous Enough | Michelle Brooks
In this raw and heartfelt talk, Michelle takes us through a powerful personal journey of loss, resilience, and transformation. She challenges the myth of "not enough" and empowers us to trust in our own lived experience, inner strength, and purpose.

TEDx Talk: I Used to Think I Wasn’t Indigenous Enough | Michelle Brooks
In this raw and heartfelt talk, Michelle takes us through a powerful personal journey of loss, resilience, and transformation. She challenges the myth of "not enough" and empowers us to trust in our own lived experience, inner strength, and purpose.

Musical Performance: Luanne Drake
Luanne will take the stage with a soulful vocal performance that fuses emotion to remind us of the power of music to move hearts and minds.

Musical Performance: Luanne Drake
Luanne will take the stage with a soulful vocal performance that fuses emotion to remind us of the power of music to move hearts and minds.

Musical Performance: Luanne Drake
Luanne will take the stage with a soulful vocal performance that fuses emotion to remind us of the power of music to move hearts and minds.

TEDx Talk: Can Social Media Help Improve Dementia Care? | Thomas Hadjistavropoulos
It takes an average of 17 years for research to influence clinical practice, a delay that costs vulnerable dementia patients. Thomas reveals how social media can bridge the gap between research and real-world care to raise awareness and inspire change.

TEDx Talk: Can Social Media Help Improve Dementia Care? | Thomas Hadjistavropoulos
It takes an average of 17 years for research to influence clinical practice, a delay that costs vulnerable dementia patients. Thomas reveals how social media can bridge the gap between research and real-world care to raise awareness and inspire change.

TEDx Talk: Can Social Media Help Improve Dementia Care? | Thomas Hadjistavropoulos
It takes an average of 17 years for research to influence clinical practice, a delay that costs vulnerable dementia patients. Thomas reveals how social media can bridge the gap between research and real-world care to raise awareness and inspire change.

TEDx Talk: AI and the Human Side of Healthcare | Trevor Tessier
When a medical crisis hit, Trevor saw firsthand how family and not just the system became the real caregivers. Drawing from personal and professional experience, he explores how AI can empower families to be informed and confident partners in care.

TEDx Talk: AI and the Human Side of Healthcare | Trevor Tessier
When a medical crisis hit, Trevor saw firsthand how family and not just the system became the real caregivers. Drawing from personal and professional experience, he explores how AI can empower families to be informed and confident partners in care.

TEDx Talk: AI and the Human Side of Healthcare | Trevor Tessier
When a medical crisis hit, Trevor saw firsthand how family and not just the system became the real caregivers. Drawing from personal and professional experience, he explores how AI can empower families to be informed and confident partners in care.

Comedy & Magic Performance: Matt Gore
“The Ginger Ninja,” brings an unforgettable blend of comedy and illusion. His fast-paced act is equal parts hilarious and mind-bending which is proof that wonder, and laughter are still possible in a world of logic.

Comedy & Magic Performance: Matt Gore
“The Ginger Ninja,” brings an unforgettable blend of comedy and illusion. His fast-paced act is equal parts hilarious and mind-bending which is proof that wonder, and laughter are still possible in a world of logic.

Comedy & Magic Performance: Matt Gore
“The Ginger Ninja,” brings an unforgettable blend of comedy and illusion. His fast-paced act is equal parts hilarious and mind-bending which is proof that wonder, and laughter are still possible in a world of logic.
2:00 - 2:45 PM
Networking Break
Enjoy the opportunity to connect with fellow attendees while enjoying a variety of drinks and pastries. It's the perfect moment to recharge, reflect on ideas, and make meaningful connections.
You've fed your CURIOSITY …now feed YOURSELF
You've fed your CURIOSITY …now feed YOURSELF
You've fed your CURIOSITY …now feed YOURSELF



2:45 - 4:45 PM
SESSION 2: MISSION Accomplished?
SESSION 2: MISSION Accomplished?
SESSION 2: MISSION Accomplished?
Our final set of speakers will close out the day with even more inspiring stories, visionary futures, and ideas that are truly worth spreading.

Mind Reset with Twello
A short, guided session to help us ground and gear up for an inspiring afternoon.

Mind Reset with Twello
A short, guided session to help us ground and gear up for an inspiring afternoon.

Mind Reset with Twello
A short, guided session to help us ground and gear up for an inspiring afternoon.

TEDx Talk: The Power of Micro-Resilience | Kaleb Dahlgren
Kaleb will share his personal journey of building resilience after surviving the tragic Humboldt Broncos bus accident. He’ll explore how small, everyday actions can make a profound difference in emotional, mental, and physical recovery.

TEDx Talk: The Power of Micro-Resilience | Kaleb Dahlgren
Kaleb will share his personal journey of building resilience after surviving the tragic Humboldt Broncos bus accident. He’ll explore how small, everyday actions can make a profound difference in emotional, mental, and physical recovery.

TEDx Talk: The Power of Micro-Resilience | Kaleb Dahlgren
Kaleb will share his personal journey of building resilience after surviving the tragic Humboldt Broncos bus accident. He’ll explore how small, everyday actions can make a profound difference in emotional, mental, and physical recovery.

TEDx Talk: The Movement Toward Sentience | Billie Groom
In this powerful and deeply personal talk, Billie shares her nearly 40-year journey into the heart of animal welfare — a journey sparked by a single question: Why are so many adolescent dogs being surrendered or euthanized?

TEDx Talk: The Movement Toward Sentience | Billie Groom
In this powerful and deeply personal talk, Billie shares her nearly 40-year journey into the heart of animal welfare — a journey sparked by a single question: Why are so many adolescent dogs being surrendered or euthanized?

TEDx Talk: The Movement Toward Sentience | Billie Groom
In this powerful and deeply personal talk, Billie shares her nearly 40-year journey into the heart of animal welfare — a journey sparked by a single question: Why are so many adolescent dogs being surrendered or euthanized?

Spoken Word Performance: Peace Akintade
Catch Saskatchewan’s current Poet Laureate as she delivers a spoken word performance that is raw, rhythmic, and resonant. Her words challenge, heal, and awaken—bridging lived experience with poetic truth.

Spoken Word Performance: Peace Akintade
Catch Saskatchewan’s current Poet Laureate as she delivers a spoken word performance that is raw, rhythmic, and resonant. Her words challenge, heal, and awaken—bridging lived experience with poetic truth.

Spoken Word Performance: Peace Akintade
Catch Saskatchewan’s current Poet Laureate as she delivers a spoken word performance that is raw, rhythmic, and resonant. Her words challenge, heal, and awaken—bridging lived experience with poetic truth.

TEDx Talk: The Math of Transformation | John Bailey
John challenges conventional approaches to social impact by highlighting the flawed math in how we address massive societal problems. His talk emphasizes the need for strategic risk-taking and investment in people, technology, and infrastructure to scale impact.

TEDx Talk: The Math of Transformation | John Bailey
John challenges conventional approaches to social impact by highlighting the flawed math in how we address massive societal problems. His talk emphasizes the need for strategic risk-taking and investment in people, technology, and infrastructure to scale impact.

TEDx Talk: The Math of Transformation | John Bailey
John challenges conventional approaches to social impact by highlighting the flawed math in how we address massive societal problems. His talk emphasizes the need for strategic risk-taking and investment in people, technology, and infrastructure to scale impact.

Dance Performance: Collective Studios
Watch as the Collective Studios team energizes the room with a dynamic dance performance that speaks without words. Through powerful movement and storytelling, they explore rhythm, identity, and the freedom of self-expression.

Dance Performance: Collective Studios
Watch as the Collective Studios team energizes the room with a dynamic dance performance that speaks without words. Through powerful movement and storytelling, they explore rhythm, identity, and the freedom of self-expression.

Dance Performance: Collective Studios
Watch as the Collective Studios team energizes the room with a dynamic dance performance that speaks without words. Through powerful movement and storytelling, they explore rhythm, identity, and the freedom of self-expression.

TEDx Talk: Gender Wars: From Conflict to Creative Potential | Betty-Ann Heggie
In this compelling TEDx talk, Betty-Ann unpacks how fear and social division are deepening the gender gap. She reveals how embracing both masculine and feminine strengths can turn conflict into connection, and despair into hope.

TEDx Talk: Gender Wars: From Conflict to Creative Potential | Betty-Ann Heggie
In this compelling TEDx talk, Betty-Ann unpacks how fear and social division are deepening the gender gap. She reveals how embracing both masculine and feminine strengths can turn conflict into connection, and despair into hope.

TEDx Talk: Gender Wars: From Conflict to Creative Potential | Betty-Ann Heggie
In this compelling TEDx talk, Betty-Ann unpacks how fear and social division are deepening the gender gap. She reveals how embracing both masculine and feminine strengths can turn conflict into connection, and despair into hope.

Closing Presentation: Moses Anjorin
A message from our Organizer & Curator on the power of TEDx events, the growing impact in our city, and how you can get involved. Plus… our BIG reveal: Stay Tuned!

Closing Presentation: Moses Anjorin
A message from our Organizer & Curator on the power of TEDx events, the growing impact in our city, and how you can get involved. Plus… our BIG reveal: Stay Tuned!

Closing Presentation: Moses Anjorin
A message from our Organizer & Curator on the power of TEDx events, the growing impact in our city, and how you can get involved. Plus… our BIG reveal: Stay Tuned!
5:00 - 9:00 pm
Post Conference Social
We’re wrapping the day with joy and good vibes! Head to Innovation Place to mix, mingle, and make meaningful connections with speakers, sponsors, and attendees over music, food and drinks. Be sure to buy your tickets as an add on, only $25!

Post Conference Performer: Nancy Itohan Agbator
Itohan is a Regina-based singer-songwriter whose smooth vocals and heartfelt lyrics blend R&B, pop, and acoustic soul. Her music creates the perfect vibe for connection, reflection, and celebration.

Post Conference Performer: Nancy Itohan Agbator
Itohan is a Regina-based singer-songwriter whose smooth vocals and heartfelt lyrics blend R&B, pop, and acoustic soul. Her music creates the perfect vibe for connection, reflection, and celebration.

Post Conference Performer: Nancy Itohan Agbator
Itohan is a Regina-based singer-songwriter whose smooth vocals and heartfelt lyrics blend R&B, pop, and acoustic soul. Her music creates the perfect vibe for connection, reflection, and celebration.