Operated by the Regina Exhibition Association Limited
Media Release
January 10, 2019 For Immediate Release
Regina Exhibition Association Limited and Regina Pats extend their partnership agreement
Regina, Saskatchewan – The Regina Exhibition Association Limited (REAL – operator of Evraz Place) and Regina Pats ownership group Queen City Sports and Entertainment Group (QCSEG) are pleased to announce a lease extension to May 2023.
Evraz Place has been the proud home of the Regina Pats since the team began in 1917. The lease extension signifies the continued strength of the long-standing partnership along with a strong mutual desire to support the growth of the Canadian hockey fan base for years to come.
We’re pleased to continue our strong partnership with the Regina Pats Hockey Club,” said Tim Reid, REAL President and CEO. “We’re excited to continue working together in our common commitment to our community and extending a century-long partnership.”
“REAL and its leadership, led by Tim Reid, has shown true initiative in working with the Regina Pats and most importantly our community” commented QCSEG President, Anthony Marquart. “This extension allows both parties the proper time to determine what is best when considering a refurbished or new entertainment facility.”
The details of the extension are confidential.
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About Evraz Place Evraz Place – operated by the Regina Exhibition Association Limited (REAL) – has been bringing the community together to experience all types of sport, recreation, entertainment and business events since 1884. As a not- for-profit community services organization, REAL’s core purpose is to contribute to our region’s collective quality of life. The organization achieves this purpose by providing tourism economic impact, entertainment value, local employment, non-profit group volunteer opportunities, student awards and educational programming, and recreational facilities that support healthier lifestyles. The Evraz Place property hosts the majority of Regina’s major events, including Canada's Farm Progress Show, Queen City Ex and Canadian Western Agribition. Evraz Place is home to the Saskatchewan Roughriders, Regina Pats, Regina Soccer Association, many minor and recreational sports, and numerous concerts, trade shows and conventions. Visit www.evrazplace.com for more information. About the Regina Pats Named for the Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry, the Western Hockey League’s Regina Pats are the oldest major junior hockey franchise in the world. Since their founding in 1917, the Pats have won three Memorial Cup championships and compete in the WHL’s Eastern Division. To learn more about the Pats, call 306-337-1535 or visit www.reginapats.com. For more information, please contact: Shalyn Kivela Phil Andrews Manager, Corporate Communications Director, Media Relations & Communications The Regina Exhibition Association Limited Regina Pats Hockey Club Phone: 306-541-4134 Phone: 306-737-5556 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]