Here you can find all you need to know about the sights and sounds that are truly Wascana Centre. Learn about the many fountains, monuments, sculptures, overlooks that make up this wonderous centre. If hosting an event is your plan, please go to our rental page to see what Wascana Centre can offer you.
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The Wascana Bandstand, located inside the original Wascana Park, is used all year round for events and functions. During the summer the Bandstand is the stage for public performances as well as functions such as weddings.
This monument is located on the south side of Wascana Lake between the totem pole and Old Broad Street. It commemorates the 60th anniversary of the Province of Saskatchewan and the 50th anniversary of the Boy Scouts of Canada, Saskatchewan provincial council.
The joe moran gallery, named after the longest serving Executive Director of Wascana Centre Authority, displays art work from local amateur artists. It is open to the public Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.
The Lady Slipper Courtyard is located directly behind Wascana Place. Named after the lady slipper flowers that grow there, the courtyard is open for public use during regular business hours of Wascana Place. The courtyard can be reserved for special events as well.
Donated by the federal government, this monument was built to commemorate the connection between the capitals of Canada.
Located across from the University of Regina's Library Building, the sculpture entitled "Mind's Garden" was designed by Mr. Joe Fafard for a competition in 1994/1995.
In the southwest corner of Wascana Park a historical link with the past was officially dedicated on April 12, 1966. Speakers' Corner was dedicated to the people of Saskatchewan by Earl Mountbatten, Admiral of the Fleet of Burma during World War II.
The Surveyors' Monument located north of Lakeshore Drive is dedicated to the surveyors of Canada and Saskatchewan, whose skill and industry contributed greatly to the exploration, mapping and development of our nation.
The totem pole, located in the area known as Lakeshore Park within Wascana Centre, was a gift to Saskatchewan from the British Columbia government in 1971. It commemorates the centenary of the union on July 20, 1871 of the province of British Columbia with the Dominion of Canada.
The Trafalgar Fountain located in Wascana Centre was originally one of a pair designed by Sir Charles Barry, R.A., architect of the British Houses of Parliament. These fountains were located in Trafalgar Square, London England from 1845 to 1939, when they were removed to make way for larger fountains.
Trafalgar Overlook, located near the Wascana Marina and Canada Games building, was designed to give an exceptional view of Trafalgar Fountain from across Wascana Lake.
The circle is an archaic power symbol, dating far back into prehistoric times, representing fertility, growth, woman and goddess. Oskana can be found in Wascana Centre in the grass meadow behind Wascana Place.
