CPRC is the longest serving research institute at the University of Regina with a broad mandate to develop an understanding and appreciation of the Canadian Plains region. The Center also co-operates with United States scholars on issues relevant to the broader North American Great Plains. It became the University of Regina Press.

John (Jack) Hilton Wilson was appointed agent for Saskatchewan Government Insurance in 1949, later also selling real estate. His son, William (Bill) Wilson took over the business in 1964. Jack Wilson operated Wilson's Flour Mill from 1915 to 1925 and was a member of town council 1916-1919 and mayor of Indian Head (1926-1927). While he was mayor in 1927, he hosted Governor-General Lord Willingdon and, later that year, Edward, Prince of Wales and his brother George - both to become King later (See Indian Head History Book p 754).