Applications are now closed for the 2025-2026 Cohort. Thank you for your interest in Leadership Saskatoon.
About Us
We build leaders. Leaders build community.
Our Mission and Values
Our mission is to develop effective collaborative leaders by building awareness and understanding which inspires involvement in building an inclusive community.
Four values that distinguish Leadership Saskatoon are:
- Citizen engagement
- Collaboration
- Inclusion & Diversity
- Lifelong learning
Founding Partners
Leadership Saskatoon was founded by the University of Saskatchewan, the Greater Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce, and the Saskatoon Community Foundation.
We are grateful for their continuing and unwavering support.
Board of Directors
Alumni
Annual Report
Staff
Executive Director, Jolene Zidkovich
Jolene Zidkovich (she/her, INFJ) comes to Leadership Saskatoon with 20+ years in the non-profit sector both in Saskatoon and abroad, in the humanitarian aid and international development field. Her combined experience includes community development, fundraising, marketing/communications, and financial, operational, and volunteer management. A proud Leadership Saskatoon alumna (2018), she is passionate about building partnerships, connections, and community.
Jolene serves on the board of the Saskatoon Jazz Society and her local Community Association’s executive, and enjoys supporting live music, exploring Saskatchewan and beyond, and getting out for a sunny river paddle.
Program Director, Melissa Pylypchuk (she/her)
Melissa Pylypchuk is a dynamic leadership coach, educator, and speaker with 20+ years’ experience in executive coaching, adult education, and organizational leadership. A Professional Certified Coach (PCC) with the International Coaching Federation and holder of a Master’s in Leadership from Royal Roads University, she has led transformative coaching programs and leadership initiatives across public and private sectors—specializing in physician and executive leadership.
Known for her highly interactive approach to adult education design, Melissa inspires professionals to reflect, lead with confidence, and tackle real-world challenges head-on. She teaches and mentors in the Advanced Certificate in Professional Coaching at the University of Saskatchewan, shaping the next generation of professional coaches.
When she’s not coaching, you’ll find her outdoors with her family, on the ball field, or in a hockey arena, always seeking some fun.
Sponsors
Our program is funded by tuition fees, donations, grants and sponsorships provided by employers and other community-minded businesses and organizations. We gratefully acknowledge the support of our partners and sponsors, without whom this program would not be possible.
