About Us
Explore the Depths of Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan Underwater Council is the provincial organization responsible for funding underwater activity groups within the province of Saskatchewan. Our passion for the underwater world drives us to create opportunities for scuba diving enthusiasts to explore the beautiful lakes and rivers of Saskatchewan. We are committed to promoting safe diving practices and conservation efforts to preserve the natural underwater environment.
Join us in our mission to make scuba diving accessible to all and to protect Saskatchewan's underwater treasures.
Meet Our Team
Discover the dedicated individuals who make up our team at Saskatchewan Underwater Council. Our team is united by a shared love for scuba diving and a commitment to providing exceptional experiences for divers of all levels. Get to know us and our collective passion for underwater exploration.
Board of Directors
Brian Lanktree
Vice President
I received my Open Water Diving Certificate in 2010.
I was always around water either skiing or swimming and snorkeling when I was younger.
During a winter vacation I went on a discovery dive and the rest as they say is history.
After my return I had an acquaintance through work that co-owned a Dive Shop. After talking with him he got me involved with the Moose Jaw Barracudas Dive Club.
I enjoyed the fellowship of the divers and that sparked me to continue seeking additional certifications. The Diving community are overall a great bunch of people.
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Brayden Huys
President & Programs Director
As the president of the SUC, my passion for scuba diving began during a memorable winter getaway to Puerto Vallarta. This experience opened my eyes to the incredible beauty and adventure that lies beneath the waves. A few summers later i joined the newly formed RSSC, immersing myself in the local diving community and exploring the fascinating underwater landscapes of our local lakes. This journey has fueled my commitment to promoting scuba diving as a thrilling sport and a gateway to new experiences. I am dedicated to inspiring others to dive in and discover the wonders of the underwater world, fostering a community that shares this passion and works together to protect our aquatic environments.
Alanna McIntyre
Secretary & Publications Director
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Bob Digney
Treasurer
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Sheldon Funk
Director at Large
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Richard Reed
Grants Director
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Luke Sitter
Director at Large
My very first dive was on the Great Barrier Reef in 2006 while I was living and working on a banana farm in Tully, Australia.
I got into cold water diving while living on Vancouver Island a year later.
I am currently the dive team lead for the Regina Fire Department and Co-owner of Fireside Scuba in Lumsden.
My summers growing up were spent at the cabin on Last Mountain Lake and camping in Narrow Hills. Both places I enjoy exploring above and under the water to this day.
Club Reps.
Dennis McCullough
Battleford Scuba Community
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Ed Lloyd
Prince Albert Scuba Club
Growing up on a Saskatchewan farm, I fell in love with water activities. Inspired by Jacques Cousteau, I earned my open water certification in 1982. After a brief hiatus, I rekindled my passion in 1991 and became a PADI instructor by 1992, achieving Master Scuba Diver Trainer and Public Safety Diver ratings.
I've dived in Grand Cayman, Nanaimo, and Yellowknife, but Saskatchewan is my primary diving spot. I can always find a reason to dive, whether it's for camaraderie, curiosity, adventure, or skill maintenance. Teaching and diving in Saskatchewan never gets old, regardless of the season or weather
Karen Francis
Regina Scuba & Snorkel Club
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Last Mountain Scuba Club
The LMSC has not appointed a club representative.