City of Regina | Municipal Government

After a big snowfall, it’s important to check to see if your outside furnace vents are clear and not blocked by big snow drifts. If they are blocked, carbon monoxide can be pushed back into your home. Carbon monoxide is a colourless, odourless, tasteless and toxic gas. Learn about carbon monoxide and how to ensure the safety of you and your family: http://ow.ly/eStQ50CofTo

What if Christmas, he thought, doesn't come from a store. What if Christmas, perhaps, means a little bit more. Giving the gift of an experience is priceless like a family photo session or a subscription to an online streaming service. What are some wasteless gift ideas that you have given to your loved ones over the holiday season?

We are excited about the results from our green cart pilot so far! Almost 96 tonnes of food and yard waste has been collected. That’s the weight of 96 moose - wow! Pilot participants have increased their residential diversion rate to 51.7 per cent by using their green carts. When implemented city-wide, green carts will help move Regina closer to our goal of diverting 65 per cent of residential waste from the landfill.

The local businesses we all love and enjoy are doing their part to keep staff and customers safe. We're here to help. Our Economic Recovery Grant is available to help cover short-term needs and longer-term recovery efforts.

Just a reminder that if you want to watch our new City Council get sworn in today, the live stream begins at 7 p.m. at ow.ly/7Fo650CqAcU.

Used masks and gloves belong in the garbage. Please keep our staff and community safe by keeping these items off the ground and out of your blue recycling cart. Not sure how to dispose of an item? Use the Waste Wizard tool on Regina.ca/waste.

Don’t forget! We are still accepting applications for funding for winter activities. Together we can make #YQRWinterFun! Have a fun idea? Apply now! First application deadline is December 1, 2020.

Regina’s new City Council gets sworn in on Monday! You can watch the ceremony as it streams live by going to ow.ly/7Fo650CqAcU on Monday, November 23 at 7 p.m.

The City of Regina needs your skills! The City is looking to fill a number of one-year term positions on the Board of Police Commissioners. We need a variety of residents including Indigenous, Metis, visible minorities, women and people of all abilities to apply. You would use your understanding of community safety and policing, and experience in social/cultural/community development to work with residents and RPS. ... Go to Regina.ca/yourvoice to apply. Deadline: Friday, October 30.

Beware of thin ice! With the weather warmer than a typical November, please stay off ice surfaces, including Wascana Lake and creek, storm channels, detention ponds and recreational lakes in residential areas. Adults are asked to caution children about ice safety and remind them that the ice is not safe for walking, skiing or skating.... Do not attempt a rescue if your pet breaks through the ice. You will be putting yourself and others in danger. Call Regina Police Service at 306-777-6500 if you see people, particularly children, close to thin ice. In an emergency involving people or pets, call 9-1-1.

Health officials have advised individuals who were on Regina Transit as identified below are to self-monitor for 14 days. If you have had or develop symptoms of COVID-19, immediately self-isolate and call HealthLine 811, your physician or nurse practitioner to arrange for testing. October 10 City of Regina Public Transit, Route 7 (Glencairn) From Golden Mile to Quance Gate and Westfair Road, 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.... October 11 City of Regina Public Transit, Route 7 (Glencairn) From Golden Mile to Quance Gate and Westfair Road, 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

Want to reduce your household waste? Don’t know where to start? Learn from our experts at the Regina Farmer’s Market TODAY from 9 a.m. 1 p.m.

Starting at 8 a.m. Saturday, October 17, Dewdney Avenue from Bentley Drive and Brown Street will be closed to traffic for one day for asphalt repairs. Restrictions will be in place while the asphalt cures, then removed early Sunday morning.

Mom! Want to spend some quality time with your daughter (age 3-5) while still getting active? Join the Mommy & Me Go Girls Sports Jam. Play a variety of non-competitive sports and activities for fun and fitness. Starts Saturday, November 7 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Fieldhouse. http://ow.ly/znMW50BTNxf

A protective wire barrier around young trees helps ensure rabbits and other furry friends don’t eat or damage them. Over the next few weeks, City crews will do this to over 200 newly planted trees. We recommend you think about doing this too!

Brrrr colder weather in the 10 day forecast means all City golf courses will be closed effective Monday, October 19 so staff can winterize the courses. Thanks for a great season, see you next year!

Unable to make it to one of our municipal election polling stations due to limited mobility or a disability? We can send someone to your home to get your vote! Applications accepted until October 19. ow.ly/RgbY50BUtT7

Starting on Monday, Regina Transit will expand mask distribution so passengers can mask up to keep COVID numbers down. Staff will distribute masks to passengers who don't have one at these locations during peak ridership, weekdays 6-9 a.m. and 3-6 p.m. 11th Ave between Lorne St and Rose St (both sides of street)... Golden Mile Shopping Centre Normanview Crossing 12th Ave between Smith St and McIntyre St (behind City Hall) University of Regina at the Riddell stop Harvard Way at Grasslands Dr (Harbour Landing Walmart) Northgate Mall Superstore East Glencairn Shopping Centre Since Aug 31, we've handed out nearly 4,500 disposable masks to help transition with mandatory mask policy on buses. http://ow.ly/7cT850BTSQ2

The Victoria Avenue Infrastructure Improvement & Beautification Project is complete! This two-year, $6 million project contributes to a vibrant neighbourhood with lighting and furnishings distinct to Regina’s downtown. Thank you to residents, businesses and visitors for your patience during this project. Enhancements include:... Catch basins and sewer access repairs. Intersection improvements with larger curbs for pedestrian safety. Streetscape improvements with new boulevards and wider sidewalks on the north side. Installation of new black powder coated traffic signal poles and enhanced street lighting. 80 new trees planted in the boulevards.

Get your yard ready for chilly winter temperatures Remove and drain outdoor hoses and sprinkler systems Turn off your outside water tap from inside your home... Don't know how? A local plumber can show you how to properly drain your water system. For more, visit Regina.ca

Healthy Halloween passes are available for purchase from October 13 to 31 at the Fieldhouse, Lawson Aquatic Centre, North West Leisure Centre, Sandra Schmirler Leisure Centre, or online at Regina.ca/recreation or by phoning 306-777-PLAY (7529)* A package of 12 coupons is only $6 (GST included). Each coupon is good for one free child admission at any City recreation facility. Get yours while supplies last. Ordering online or by phone? Please note that sales will end on October 25 to allow time for shipping.