Saskatchewan’s Largest Celebration of Young Leaders
INSPIRE is passion2action’s flagship youth empowerment event dedicated to introducing Saskatchewan youth to inspiring local role models, raising awareness for important local and global issues, and helping young people recognize their potential to be active citizens and community leaders
Join Us for passion2action INSPIRE 2025
From Uranium City to Estevan and everywhere in between, INSPIRE is truly a provincial celebration. Whether joining the event in-person at the Conexus Arts Centre in Regina or tuning in virtually to the livestream broadcast, we are thrilled to bring together thousands of students from across Saskatchewan to celebrate young leaders in our province.
Thursday, May 8
9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Free
Please Note: INSPIRE 2025 registration is only open to Saskatchewan teachers.
The INSPIRE 2025 School Celebration is not open to the public and any tickets will be cancelled.
In-person Event
Join us at the Conexus Arts Centre in Regina! Limited tickets are available on a first-come basis. You are responsible for transportation to/from the venue.
Livestream broadcast
Join in the INSPIRE celebration from anywhere in the province! Register to receive a link to the livestream broadcast and watch the event live on the morning of May 8.
Event Recording
Unable to join the INSPIRE celebration live? Register to receive a link to the event recording to watch in your classroom anytime before the end of the school year.
INSPIRE 2025 Speakers & Performers
Building on our commitment to introducing young people to new role models from the local community, we are honoured and excited to welcome a number of incredible community leaders to the INSPIRE 2025 stage.
The Honourable
Bernadette McIntyre
Installed as Saskatchewan’s 24th Lieutenant Governor on January 31, 2025, Her Honour is a lifelong volunteer recognized for her extensive contributions to the community, ranging from sports and recreation to arts and culture.
Dan Clark
A powerhouse on and off the field, Dan Clark is is a retired offensive lineman for the Riders and current president of the Roughrider Alumni Assoc. Dan’s many community involvements prove that real strength is measured by giving back.
Presented in collaboration with the Roughrider Fdn
Itohan Agbator
Itohan is a songwriter, performer, music producer, and gifted vocalist possessing range and versatility in style and genre. At her core, she is a Nigerian-born pop fusion artist whose music and personality captivates a wide range of listeners.
Presented in collaboration with SaskMusic
Asher Melanson
Asher Melanson aka BBoy Ash1 had breaking in his blood from parents BBoy Aplus and BGirl Quest. Known for dynamic power moves, musicality, and creative footwork flow, Asher is the two-time U13 Canadian National Breakdance Champion.
Presented in collaboration with Dance Saskatchewan
Amou Madol
A dual-sport athlete and pharmacy student, Amou was raised in a powerhouse sporting family that immigrated from current-day South Sudan. Encouraged by her parents, she has been named a U SPORTS Academic All-Canadian three times.
Presented in collaboration with Sask Sport
Isaiah Artavia
While his early years were filled with dreams of sports stardom, singer-songwriter Isaiah Artavia discovered his passion for music seven years ago and has since poured his heart and soul into an incredible journey of self-discovery through song.
Presented in collaboration with SaskMusic.
Dastu Omer
Driven by a passion for equity, storytelling, and innovation, Dastu is a changemaker and youth advocate focused on creating inclusive spaces where underrepresented voices — especially young women of colour —can thrive.
Presented in collaboration with SCIC
Catherine Okolita
At just 16 years old, Catherine has already made a profound impact in her community. She founded Catherine’s Cause when she was 5 years old and has since raised over $400,000 in donations for various organizations. Catherine is dedicated to helping the community and spreading kindness.
Mohammad Akib Hossain
Akib is a South Asian Muslim who moved to Regina in 2021 as an international student. Since then, he has been actively involved with numerous organizations as a youth leader and advocate for youth voice, social justice, and multiculturalism.
Presented in collaboration with MCoS
Zarrin Ananna
Zarrin is a psychology honours student dedicated to education, advocacy, and social impact. She founded Study Smart, a free tutoring program for inner-city schools, and works to support girls education in Bangladesh.
Presented in collaboration with RaiseHER Co.
Rider Cheer Team
The 2025 Rider Cheer Team is made up of a group of incredible young women who show up as exceptional role models through their work as Cheer Team members and lead by example in their personal lives as teachers, nurses, instructors, and leaders. While their excitement for Rider Nation is unmatched, they continue to reach the community, first and foremost, through kindness.
Head Coach Courtney strives to create an environment for the team to push themselves, achieve goals, and share her wealth of knowledge both on and off the field.
Presented in collaboration with Dance Saskatchewan
INSPIRE 2025 Content Partners
passion2action is proud to partner with amazing organizations in our province to help bring diverse speakers and performers to the INSPIRE stage. We thank all our Content Partners for helping identify and celebrate young leaders in our province.
INSPIRE 2025 Event Sponsors
The INSPIRE 2025 Celebration would not be possible without the financial support of a number of incredible partners.
We want to send a HUGE thank-you to all of our sponsors and granting agencies for INSPIRE 2025.
INSPIRE 2025 Production Partners
passion2action is wishes to acknowledge our production partners for their technical and logistical support behind the scenes to make the INSPIRE 2025 Celebration possible thousands of students throughout Saskatchewan to enjoy.
Venue Partner
Broadcast Partner
Livestream Partner
Video Partner
Projection Partner
Memories of Past Events
After the demise of WE Day Saskatchewan, passion2action recognized the importance of a provincial event to celebrate youth leadership and stepped up to host the first INSPIRE event in October 2018. The event is youth-led and focuses on telling the stories and showcasing the talents of inspiring young leaders from right here, in Saskatchewan. To date, the event has engaged more than 26,000 students in 50+ communities.