Regina South (provincial electoral district)
Regina South is an electoral district that has been represented in the [[Legislative Assembly of Saskatchewan]] since its creation.- Creation and History: The Regina South constituency was first established for the 1975 provincial election, largely replacing parts of the former Regina Lakeview and Regina Wascana districts. Its boundaries have been redrawn periodically due to redistributions aimed at maintaining relatively equal voter populations across constituencies. Significant boundary changes occurred in 1994, 2002, 2006, and 2017.
- Geography: The district is located in the southern part of Regina. Its specific boundaries typically encompass established residential neighbourhoods, some commercial areas, and often includes parts of the [[University of Regina]] campus or nearby areas.
- Political Profile: Historically, Regina South has often been considered a competitive riding, with representation alternating between the [[Saskatchewan Party]] and the [[Saskatchewan New Democratic Party|New Democratic Party (NDP)]]. It is generally characterized by a mix of demographics.
- Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs): As of recent elections, the district is represented by a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) elected to the provincial legislature.
General Geographical Area
Beyond its political designation, "Regina South" or "South Regina" is also a common colloquial and planning term referring to the southern quadrant of the city of Regina.- Characteristics: This area typically includes a variety of residential neighbourhoods, ranging from older, established communities to newer developments, as well as significant commercial corridors, parks, and institutional facilities. Major arterial roads such as Albert Street South, Wascana Parkway, and Parliament Avenue often traverse or define parts of this region. The [[Wascana Centre]] and [[University of Regina]] are significant landmarks in or adjacent to the broader southern area of the city.
- Neighbourhoods: Neighbourhoods often associated with South Regina include [[Lakeview (Regina)|Lakeview]], [[Whitmore Park]], [[Hillsdale (Regina)|Hillsdale]], [[Albert Park (Regina)|Albert Park]], [[Parliament Place]], and [[Gardiner Park]], among others.
[[Category:Electoral districts in Saskatchewan]] [[Category:Regina, Saskatchewan]]