Derek Meyers

Derek Meyers, the Saskatchewan MLA for Regina Walsh Acres, has died after a battle with cancer. He was 45.

"Through all of the challenges he faced, Derek remained one of the most upbeat and positive people I have ever met," Moe wrote. So I just wanted to say, you know, given everything that we do in this building — and the premier and we've all talked about it many times — we don't serve alone. Teigha's legacy is one of helping others, and with that we carry on each day, working to make Saskatchewan a better place for people struggling with suicidal ideation and other mental health challenges." Our hearts go out to Derek's family, friends, and colleagues as we all grieve this loss." On behalf of our government and our province, I want to express my deepest sympathies to Derek's many friends, his partner Laurie, and his children Dayn, Sebastian and Eisley." "We have lost a bright, talented, personable MLA and a young father far too soon.

Meyers' death was announced Tuesday at the legislature, putting the rest of the day's proceedings on hold. A memorial was held in the afternoon.

A memorial was held in the afternoon. We have lost a bright, talented, personable MLA and a young father far too soon.” “He was just so positive about his work, positive about his life, his family,” Tell said in an interview.

Tributes continue to pour in as legislature is set to meet Wednesday to pay tribute to Regina Walsh Acres MLA Derek Meyers.

On behalf of Regina Sports Hall of Fame, we send our heartfelt condolences to the friends and family of Derek Meyers, including his children Dayn, Sebastian, Eisley, and his partner Laurie. Derek was a great supporter of the Hall and our sports community. I am deeply saddened by the passing of my friend, Derek Meyers, MLA for Regina Walsh Acres. We are deeply saddened by the loss of our friend and colleague Derek Meyers. He was a champion of community and supporter of the many events we hosted. My deepest sympathies go out to Derek's family, friends, and colleagues during this difficult time. We send our condolences to his friends, family, and colleagues during this difficult time. A true community champion and leader... You could always count on "Duke" to greet you with a smile and a positive message. My condolences to his family and many friends. Here is a sample of the thoughts shared about Meyers. It was announced Tuesday that Meyers, a first-term MLA and former longtime sports anchor at Global Regina, had died of cancer at age 45.

He was first elected to the Saskatchewan Legislature in 2020 after being a Regina journalist and television personality for over a decade, including being a ...

“His quick wit, sense of humour, and kindness will be missed by all who knew him.” “I want to echo the Premier’s sentiments about Derek’s positivity and his ability to always elicit a hearty laugh. “Through all of the challenges he faced, Derek remained one of the most upbeat and positive people I have ever met.