There are 11 mayoral candidates in the 2024 Regina civic elections. 980 CJME sent out a Q&A to each candidate. The election is on Nov. 13, 2024.

Bevann Fox

Hometown: Regina

Embarrassing playlist song: I don’t have an embarrassing song. I am a country fan! I sing along sometimes and nope I am definitely not a singer. I am terrible at it and hum through lyrics I don’t know. Haha. But I love Dasha’s songs.

My 11-year-old granddaughter laughs when I sing. It is usually when I am driving, and I turn up the volume to my favourite song and sing along. And then she connects her playlist which is totally amazing!

Why do you want to be Mayor of Regina?

I love Regina and it’s my home. I see the need for our residents and will work for a better Regina. I want to do more. I do have an educational background including a Bachelor of Arts and a master’s in administration and leadership from the University of Regina. And since 2013, I’ve volunteered as a community producer, educating and engaging people on important topics.

I worked in a manager role and director role with a record of stability in employment leading teams with my style of leadership.

As your mayor, I will bring my leadership and advocacy skills to address the challenges facing Regina, working closely with the executive council to create meaningful solutions.

I believe in the potential for improvement across our community, especially with ongoing developments, and will strive for a better future for all residents.

How do you plan to address homelessness, given it’s not solely a municipal responsibility?

We need more homes. Many are houseless in Regina. It is our responsibility too. I want to support our nonprofit organizations for more services. I would collaborate with governments and not focus on one group as there are diverse groups in our city. Right now, it is a bigger issue and need for Regina — our seniors, our youth and families. If we had the wrap-around holistic resources for everyone, we can do this together collaboratively.

What makes you hopeful?

I don’t give up. I believe in myself. I have had challenges in my life that make me who I am today.

And I have that same hope and a vision for a stronger inclusive Regina.

Our city is a beautiful, diverse community. I am committed to being a voice for all our residents, fostering inclusion, building relationships, and improving our city’s infrastructure and economy.

What do you think should be the city’s priority given Regina’s upcoming major projects, the debt and how do you plan to fund them?

There are plans in place and investments made already into projects. As mayor and with the executive council and various groups to continue with the plans and if needed to revise policy or revisit but not to disregard the funds already invested. Instead, move forward and find ways to pay for the ongoing projects. Find ways to not be in deficit. There are always solutions.

Do you have a talent few people know about?

I am a writer, an author. My book Genocidal Love has won a couple of awards that I feel very blessed and honoured.

I am also a certified yoga teacher. I did teach it on weekends before COVID-19 shut down. Now it is just for me. But need to do more often for myself. It is excellent for the mind body and soul.

Occasionally I paint with acrylic and design or re-design some of my clothing. It is fun. And I love art!

What superpower would you want?

To have the superpower stop the drug crisis and the houseless crisis and clean water and improve the infrastructure immediately. So that all our Regina residents can feel supported in shelter and wellness and enjoy living a vibrant happy life.

What are the top three items you would address in your first 100 days as Mayor?

Meeting and greeting with the city administration and executive council. Learn the structure of the city’s internal administration. Collaboratively review the priorities and budgets.

How do you plan to address the challenges of population growth in areas like infrastructure, housing, and public services?

Collaboration is key. There are plans in place and some do need to be revisited. Not to reinvent what is there but some do need that review and align with budget and do collaborate and advocate with governments.

How will you engage residents to increase municipal voter turnout in Regina?

I encourage people to vote if they want to see change. Our city needs you. Your voice matters and your voice will make that statement by voting on November 13th.

What would you tell your 21-year-old self?

“You will get through this on your own with your little ones loving and providing for them and please don’t forget to say to your matriarchs —your Momma and Auntie, I appreciate you both and thank you so much for loving us, supporting me and my children, keeping us together as a family while I work and attend university part-time.”