ABOUT US

ENGAGE. EQUIP. EMPOWER.

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At Break Free, our foundation is built upon the principles of evangelical Christianity, guiding us in our mission to serve and love our neighbours as ourselves. While our faith is at the core of who we are and what we do, we are committed to demonstrating God’s love through compassionate service rather than imposing our beliefs on those we serve.

Our goal at Break Free is to embody the teachings of Jesus Christ by loving our neighbours and offering hope, support, and practical assistance to those in need. We believe that every individual is deserving of dignity, respect, and compassion, regardless of their beliefs or background. Our actions are motivated by a desire to serve others selflessly, reflecting the unconditional love that God has shown us.

At Break Free, we believe that our faith is best expressed through humble service and acts of kindness towards others. While our Christian beliefs inspire us to serve, we do so with humility, recognizing and respecting diversity within our community. We invite you to join us in our mission to spread love, hope, and compassion, making a positive difference in the lives of those around us.

Core Purpose

To offer the Gospel message through programs and support services that help meet the spiritual, physical, and social needs of vulnerable citizens in our community.

Core Values

Love: Love is our foundation and forms the basis of everything we do. To love our neighbour as ourselves is the natural result of our loving devotion toward God.
Respect: We believe all people are created in the image of God. We will value each individual and model respect and dignity in all interactions.
Compassion: We recognize the suffering of others and will take action to comfort those who are hurting.
Generosity: We give freely without expecting anything in return.
Collaboration: We plan and implement programs and support services in consultation and collaboration with like-minded agents and organizations.

Vision Statement

To be a centre of hope that engages, equips, and empowers individuals to live in the freedom of Christ.

Board of Directors

Dale Bergren, Board President

Dale is a seasoned entrepreneur who has been involved in several companies throughout his career. He retired in 2019, stepping down as President of Synergy Electric Inc., but remains active in three businesses, serving as a mentor and overseer.
Dale and his wife, Patti, have been married for 49 years and are proud parents of three children and grandparents to ten. They are actively involved with LeaderImpact, a ministry of Power to Change, which engages business professionals by demonstrating the relevance of faith in Jesus across personal, professional, and spiritual areas of life. Dale and Patti attend Harvest City Church, where they participate in a weekly Life Group.
Dale is passionate about seeing Break Free Ministries built on a strong, enduring foundation—one that enables the organization to share the love of Jesus with integrity, compassion, and effectiveness in the community.

Laurie Rey, Board Vice-President

Laurie dedicated 32 years to serving as a licensed funeral director, embalmer, and preneed salesperson with the Funeral and Cremation Services Council of Saskatchewan, retiring in 2015. She and her husband of 39 years, Michael, now own and operate Rey Distributing in partnership with Remco Memorials.

The couple raised their three children—two daughters and a son—in Wolseley, Saskatchewan, where they lived for 33 years before relocating to Regina. They are proud grandparents to six wonderful grandchildren.

Laurie and Michael are members of the Regina Victory Church.

Kevin Dell, Director
Director of Investment Strategy and Risk

Kevin holds a degree in finance and has earned both the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) and Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA) designations. He has used his financial expertise to serve in Christian ministry, previously acting as treasurer for Millwoods Evangelical Free Church in Edmonton, AB, and serving on the finance committee at Trinity Baptist Church in Sherwood Park, AB.

In June 2021, Kevin and his wife, Christine, relocated to Regina after living most of their lives in Alberta—apart from one year in Regina during 1991–92, when Kevin attended Canadian Bible College. Married for 25 years, they have two sons currently attending college in British Columbia and Alberta.

Kevin and Christine are part of the Parliament Community Church family.

Alden Ludwig, Director
Business Owner

Alden resides in the beautiful Qu’Appelle Valley and comes from a farming background. He graduated from the University of Regina with a Bachelor of Education in 1981. His teaching career began with computer classes, sparking a lifelong passion for technology and problem-solving. This led to a successful career in the IT industry, specializing in systems for government and large businesses. In 2020, Alden retired from the tech world to focus on the family business, which he and his family have owned since 2009.
A follower of Christ for over 30 years, Alden has served in a wide range of ministries—both within the church and on the streets, including outreach as far north as Pelican Narrows. His heart is to see lives restored, communities walking in unity, and people growing deeper in their relationship with the Lord.
Alden has been married for 36 years. He and his wife experienced the profound loss of their daughter at age 18, giving Alden a deep understanding of grief and healing. He is the proud father of two sons and a devoted grandfather to three grandchildren, whom he adores.

Al Ackerman,
President, Slinkemo Enterprises Ltd.

Al was raised in a Christian home where he learned the values of hard work, faith, and community involvement. Growing up attending church in a small Saskatchewan town instilled in him the importance of having a supportive church family.

In 1990, Al moved to Regina to attend university, earning a Bachelor of Education degree. However, after completing his studies, he felt called in a different direction and pursued a career in the transportation industry. For the past 22 years, Al has been self-employed, owning and operating a trucking company alongside his wife, Yvonne.

Al and Yvonne are active members of Rosewood Park Alliance Church.

Brendan Dyck, Director
President, Synergy Electric Corp.

Bio to follow.

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