At 7:30 a.m. on  August 23, 2009 forty-eight participants in the Impact Printers and Nicky's Cafe and Bake Shop 25km Fun Bike Ride cycled in perfect weather starting from the weighscales on #11 highway into the Town of Lumsden  raising $17,000.00 in support of Regina Palliative Care Inc.and the Greystone Bereavement Centre Programs.

New to the Fun Bike Ride in 2009 was the Tour de Lumsden Team Challenge Race.   Thirteen teams with three cyclists on each team raced 58km through the Craven and Lumsden Valleys.  Congratulations to Team Western Cycle winning the inaugural Tour de Lumsden.  All participants in this event were champions as they raised $40,000.00 in support of Regina Palliative Care Inc.

All participants ended the ride by enjoying a delicious breakfast of pancakes, eggs and sausages, thanks to Nicky Makris at Nicky's Café and Bake Shop, at Lions Park in the Town of Lumsden.

A Special Thank you to Impact Printers and Nicky's Cafe and Bake Shop who sponsored this event and to the following individuals that organized an extra special event this year and raised $91,000.00:

Dave Moscaliuk                                                          Nicky Makris

John Allen                                                                 Jardin Schnurr

Donnie MacKay                                                          Dane Stennes

David Prost

The Celebrity Amateur Wrestling and Clash of the Titans event held on April 28^th, the kick-off fundraiser for the 25km Fun Bike Ride and Tour de Lumsden organized by Donnie MacKay and Jardin Schnurr,  was a huge success and a great deal of fun, raising $34,000.00

The morning included an amateur wrestling match between "The Red Devil" aka Rod Balkwill of Greystone Managed Investments  and "The Rat" aka Leysa Matity of Level 10.  The match was intense but when the smoke cleared "The Rat" was the victor.

Following the wrestling match the Clash of the Titans - 300 Workout Challenge was a competition of mental and physical toughness.  Four competitors Blair Ledingham, Dan Farthing, Mike Mccullough and Blaine Pho pushed their bodies to the maximum in an effort to complete this grueling workout challenge in the fastest time.  Their efforts raised $34,000.00 for Regina Palliative Care Inc.

We extend our thanks to Dan Farthing of Level 10 Fitness for hosting and we especially acknowledge the participants for their dedication and commitment to fitness and to our cause.

Shooting Stars Foundation, led by Mike Sillinger and Jamie Heward, are giving back to the community to raise awareness and funds in support of local children's charities and organizations whose activities help kids in need.

The Golf Gala FORE Charity was held on June 25, 2009 and Stantec and Harvard Broadcasting held the 3rd Annual Sticks on Rose Street Hockey Classic on June 26, 2009 in downtown Regina. Both events were tremendous successes. A portion of the money raised at both events was donated to Regina Palliative Care Inc., in support of bereavement programs for children and teens, including Caring Hearts Camp.

On May 14, 2009 the Rotary Club of Regina South hosted a Gala Dinner and Silent Auction. The keynote speaker was Mo Bundun, Senior Vice-President of Harvard Developments Inc.. Mr. Bundun was very thought provoking and enjoyed by all. An excellent meal was provided by the Delta Hotel Regina. The evening generated over $22,000.00 to be utilized by Regina Palliative Care Inc. and other Rotary charitable initiatives. Thank you to all the generous donors and supporters for making this such a successful evening.

The 15th annual Evening in Greece was yet another resounding success. On February 21st, 2009 more than 760 people enjoyed delicious cuisine, spectacular entertainment and bid on the auction items. Approximately $100,000 was raised for local charities, including RPCI which was the beneficiary of $35,000 worth of the proceeds. Our gratitude is extended to St. Paul’s Greek Orthodox Community of Regina for the on-going support of RPCI through An Evening in Greece. As well, kudos to the generous businesses and individuals who supported this event through the donations of live and silent auction items.

On April 5^th, 2009 over 175 walkers came out to support Regina Palliative Care Inc. and the Greystone Bereavement Centre. The walk started at Douglas Park, and looped it's way around Wascana Centre past Candy Cane Park and ended back at Douglas Park where walkers were treated to refreshments and snacks.

Over $13, 000.00 was raised in support of the Greystone Bereavement Centre.

Regina Palliative Care Inc. would like to thank all the volunteers, walkers, and supporters who made our inaugural Good Mourning Walk an astounding success.

RPCI thanks the following businesses, organizations, and individuals who helped to make the 2009 Good Mourning Walk a reality:

Wascana Centre Authority

Casino Regina

Campbell & Haliburton - SGI

MacPherson Leslie and Tyerman LLP

MacKenzie Plumbing & Heating (1989) Ltd.

SaskEnergy

Second Cup

Saskatchewan Amateur Radio Association

CTV                            

Harvard Broadcasting

Leader-Post

Volunteer Committee:

Patti Pacholek, Lisa Jane Gibson, Regan Halbert, Hiedi Pearson, Carissa Robb, Laurie MacGregor, Shawna Kelly

The 2009 Mosaic Potash Festival of Trees was a resounding success once again thanks to the hardwork of the members of the Canadian Progress Club Regina Wascana.  The 3 day event raised proceeds in support of Regina Palliative Care Inc. and the Greystone Bereavement Centre.

Friday, November 20 was the Gala & Auction

A black tie event, a fabulous dinner and a very entertaining evening with live and silent auctons.

 Friday, November 21 was the Festive Foods Evening

The event featured holiday creations prepared by Regina's finest Chef's.

 Sunday, November 22, 2009 was the Country Christmas Brunch

 A delicious gourmet brunch was served for family and friends.