Barret Kropf was first elected MLA for Dakota-Arm River in 2024. Barret is the Legislative Secretary for Education. Born and raised in Estevan, Saskatchewan, Barret worked in the sports industry for over 30 years in both management and coaching roles across hockey, cycling, and football on a global stage. His leadership has been recognized through several Coach of the Year …
Keith Taylor, P. Eng Specialist, Power Business Development – Canada Keith Taylor is a seasoned energy professional with over a decade of experience driving innovation and sustainability in Canada’s power sector. Currently serving as a Specialist in Renewable Projects at Enbridge, Keith leads the development of clean energy infrastructure projects. His career spans roles at Suncor, ABO Wind, and the …
Alesia Malec, B.A., M.A. attended the University of Victoria, where her master’s research focused on language learning and emotions. After 5 years as an English as a Subsequent Language instructor, she joined Applied Research at Suncrest College as a Coordinator. Her research areas focus on social innovation, community engagement, First Nations partnerships, and work experience opportunities for Suncrest College students. …
Dr. Phillip Choi is the Dean of Engineering at the University of Regina and a Professor Emeritus at the University of Alberta. He is a registered professional engineer in the provinces of Alberta and Saskatchewan and a federal court approved expert witness in polymer science and engineering. He is a Fellow of the Chemical Institute of Canada, Engineering Institute of …
Mitchell Beer is the founder and publisher of The Energy Mix, a non-profit news site focused on practical developments in energy, technology, and local economic shifts. His most recent engagement with Estevan was through a community profile he produced for the Institute for Research on Public Policy’s Community Transformations Project. Mitchell has been involved in the energy sector since 1977, …
Dr. Aaron GenestSenior Manager of Application Engineers – Digital Industry Software, SiemensPresident – SaskTech Dr. Aaron Genest is a recognized leader at the intersection of digital innovation, advanced manufacturing, and workforce transformation. As Senior Manager of Application Engineers, Aaron helps support and sell products that design and verify the most advanced computer chips in the world. Based in Saskatoon, Aaron …
Lisa McBride Vice President | Country Leader GE Vernova Hitachi Lisa is the Country Leader, GE Vernova Hitachi’s SMR Canada business. In her role, Lisa is responsible for the vision, strategy and leadership of the deployment and implementation of the BWRX-300 Small Modular Reactor in Canada. Lisa is responsible for providing leadership and oversight of the business operations across Canada. …
Dr. Michael Wagner is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at George Washington University in Washington, DC. He earned his BS in Chemistry from the University of Oregon, a PhD in Chemistry from Michigan State University, and completed postdoctoral research at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). His research focuses on materials chemistry, particularly carbon materials, with expertise …
In Estevan, a grassroots movement is reimagining the future of coal — not as just a fuel of the past, but as a material with new potential in battery technology and critical minerals. Through local innovation and community-driven efforts, there’s growing momentum to extend the life of coal in new, sustainable ways. To read the full article, click here.
A memorandum of understanding (MOU) will be formally signed between Southeast Techhub (SETH), Southeast College and the University of Regina on April 23 during the CRIT (Critical Resources, Innovation and Technology) Conference in Estevan. To read the full article, click here.
