Saskatchewan Respiratory Therapy Education Committee Inc.

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About SaskRTEC

Our History

Our Core Values

Our Mission

SaskRTEC was established in January 2025 by a group of Registered Respiratory Therapists in Saskatchewan with the objective of providing high-quality, research-based educational opportunities to respiratory therapy professionals across the province. Following the implementation of new legislation, the Saskatchewan College of Respiratory Therapists (SCRT) was no longer able to offer educational conferences to its members, necessitating this transition. One year later, SaskRTEC has formally incorporated as a non-profit organization under the name Saskatchewan Respiratory Therapy Education Committee Inc.

Our Mission

Our Core Values

Our Mission

SaskRTEC is committed to providing access to high-quality, evidence-based respiratory therapy education to members across Saskatchewan at no cost.

Our Core Values

Our Core Values

Our Core Values

  • Educational Excellence – Commitment to high-quality, evidence-based learning.
     
  • Accessibility – Providing equitable educational opportunities at no cost to members.
     
  • Professional Collaboration – Fostering knowledge sharing and professional growth across Saskatchewan.
     
  • Integrity – Upholding ethical standards and academic rigor in all educational offerings.
     
  • Continuous Improvement – Supporting lifelong learning and advancement within the respiratory therapy profession.

Board of Directors

McKayla MacQuarrie, RRT (President)

McKayla MacQuarrie, RRT (President)

McKayla MacQuarrie, RRT (President)

McKayla is one of the founding members of SaskRTEC and a Registered Respiratory Therapist in Regina.

She obtained her diploma of Respiratory Therapy in 2018 from SAIT in Calgary. After completing her education she went on to pursue a career in both rural and tertiary hospitals and had the opportunity to complete training in Hyperbaric Medicine in South Carolina. Since then she went onto transport medicine working with Keewatin Air LP in Nunavut and currently works with Primary Care and maintains her Acute Care experience at the Regina General Hospital. 

She is passionate about providing education to frontline RRTs to ensure we are providing the best care to our patients.

Outside of work she enjoys spending time with friends and quality time with her family and miniature dachshund puppy, Murphy.


Matthew Kwiatkowski, BSc., RRT (Treasurer)

McKayla MacQuarrie, RRT (President)

McKayla MacQuarrie, RRT (President)

Matthew is one of SaskRTEC’s founding members and a Registered Respiratory Therapist specializing in adult critical care in Saskatoon. He received a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Saskatchewan in 2019, followed by a Respiratory Therapy diploma from NAIT in 2022, and is  currently pursuing an MBA at Carleton University. In addition to his clinical work, Matthew sits on the board of directors for both Lung Sask and The STREAM™ Foundation, spreading his passion for lung health and community wellbeing. Outside of work, Matthew enjoys spending time outdoors hunting and fishing near his hometown of Prince Albert. He currently serves on the SaskRTEC board as Treasurer.

Megan Lesinszki, RRT (Director)

McKayla MacQuarrie, RRT (President)

Megan Lesinszki, RRT (Director)

Megan is one of the Directors of the organization, where she is passionate about advancing education and knowledge translation in the RT field. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from the University of Calgary and went on to complete her Respiratory Therapy diploma at SAIT. Since 2020, Megan has worked as a Respiratory Therapist in Saskatoon, providing care to both adult and pediatric patients across a range of clinical settings.

In addition to her clinical work, Megan is actively involved in the profession through her volunteer role with the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CSRT) Scientific Committee, contributing to the advancement of evidence-based practice and professional education. Outside of work, Megan enjoys camping, spending time outdoors, and exploring nature with her dogs and fiancé.

Nicole Lane, RRT (Director)

McKayla MacQuarrie, RRT (President)

Megan Lesinszki, RRT (Director)

Nicole is our newest member serving as Director. 

She is a Registered Respiratory Therapist in Saskatoon, currently working in adult critical care. She studied at York University before completing the Respiratory Therapy program at Fanshawe College in 2021. In addition to her clinical work, Nicole serves as a member of the SCRT Professional Conduct Committee. She is eager to collaborate with the SaskRTEC team and expand educational opportunities to her fellow RRT’s. Outside of work, Nicole enjoys traveling, horseback riding, the outdoors and cheering on the Blue Jays.

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