Lord Jesus, we thank you for MLA Trent Wotherspoon, we thank you for his years of service to our province. We look to you that you would continue his effectiveness in holding our government accountable in his various portfolio roles. We look to you for wisdom as he juggles various legislative, family and community responsibilities in Jesus’ name.
Trent was elected in 2007 and re-elected in 2011, 2016 and 2020 for the constituency of Regina Rosemont. He is the opposition critic for Agriculture, Finance, SaskTel, Agriculture, Saskatchewan Crop Insurance Corporation, and Crown Investments Corporation. Trent was born and raised in northwest Regina. He earned a Bachelor of Education at the U of R and has taken grad studies in education and undergrad studies in business. Prior to politics, working with an interdisciplinary committee, Trent developed and managed within the community a nationally recognized program for youth offenders of highest risk which successfully increased educational attachment and reduced recidivism rates. As an educator, Trent taught in high schools and led various new initiatives. Trent assisted in the creation of a new campus for adult students. Trent also led the development of a program for students displaying severe violent behaviours. Previously, Trent worked with a youth agency supporting at-risk youth. Trent enjoys the outdoors, particularly fishing, hunting, and canoeing; and sports, such as hockey, football, rugby, water-sports, and running.