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Regina hairstylist gets eclectic and gives back

For Regina's Kristina Hallwas, it's not enough to concentrate on her work as a hairdresser she's also doing her best to support local art, and give back to the community.

Kristina Hallwas is behind the Hero's Makeover, which pampers busy people making a difference in the community

Kristina Hallwas runs The Junction Creative Studio in Regina, which brings together hairstyling, massage therapy and an art collective. Hallwas is also know for the Hero's Makeover, which recognizes people who work to better life in Regina. (CBC)

For Regina's Kristina Hallwas, it's not enough to concentrate on her work as a hairdressershe's also doing her best to support local art, and give back to the community.

I love Regina and I love Saskatchewan.- Kristina Hallwas

Hallwas is the owner of The Junction Creative Studio.

"I would loosely say it's an eclectic creative space," says Hallwas, who isthe latest nominee for CBC's #iamSKproject.

In her studio, Hallwas not only cuts hair and offers massage therapy, but she also runs an artist's collective featuring local items and products.

"I love creating relationships with people and being creative on a regular basis," she said."I have always been a team player, I guess and I like working with lots of different people and showcasing other people."

Heroeswanted

Hallwas also gives back by seeking out people who are busy trying to make a difference in the communitypeople who may not have time to pamper themselves.

She calls it"the Hero's Makeover."

"People could nominate a do-gooder in Regina and someone who is deserving of a bit of a treat," for the makeover, she said.

That initiative isjust one of the reasonsHallwaswas nominated to be a part ofCBC's#iamSK.

"I love Regina and I love Saskatchewan and I march to that beat all the time, and so it is nice to be recognized for that," she said.

CBC Saskatchewan is embarking on an ambitious storytelling project to mark 2017. #iamSK will share stories of people who are helping lead us today or building our future in Saskatchewan. Are you or someone you know a leader, innovator, newcomer or community builder of our province? Nominate someone or yourself today for #iamSK: Saskatchewan's people, places and faces.