Club History

  In 1999 a group of Aboriginal businessmen from Regina and the surrounding area decided to form a service club dedicated to providing opportunities for youth living in the core area of the City of Regina.  The group’s members felt, as Aboriginal entrepreneurs and professionals, they could act as role models for kids who might otherwise be denied the opportunity to reach their full potential, both as human beings and as community leaders of tomorrow.

   To that end, the group approached the Queen City Kinsmen, who assisted in the establishment of the Regina Aboriginal Kinsmen Club, Canada’s first Aboriginal Kinsmen club.  After almost a year of grassroots organization, and with much needed help from the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority, the Regina Aboriginal Kinsmen Club officially became reality at a gala Charter Night, hosted at the Landmark Inn in February of 2000. 

   Since its inception, RAK has helped numerous community organizations and individuals through partnerships and fundraising efforts.  Events hosted by the club have included three successful casino nights, two golf tournaments, a fowl supper, an annual free Christmas dinner for inner city people between Christmas and New Year’s, numerous raffles, the First Nations pavilion at Regina's Mosaic Festival, participation in the Queen City Kinsmen’s Rock ‘N The Valley festival, and of course a role in the annual Kinsmen Telemiracle, one of the world’s largest and most successful telethons.  We are actively helping inner city youth achieve personal athletic improvement with a running club, and young women, aged 8-13 can now participate in a competitive swim club, thanks to funding from RAK. 

   The Regina Aboriginal Kinsmen Club officially changed its name to Regina Aboriginal Kin Club in September 2003 to reflect the representation of both men and women in its membership.

   The Club plans to continue sponsoring projects designed to assist our inner city youth.  We envision a future filled with promise for kids growing up in Regina’s inner city.  Those of us who have been fortunate enough to enjoy some success in a variety of endeavors feel that we are equipped to contribute to the development of Saskatchewan’s greatest natural resource, our Aboriginal youth.  Our club is exceptionally well-equipped to do just that, boasting a membership, both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal, ranging in age from early twenties to well past 40.  However, we realize that to be successful we require more energetic, knowledgeable, and positive members who are willing to participate in Kin. By doing so, members experience the satisfaction that comes with personal involvement. Come join us and see for yourself...