Released on January 4, 1999
Premier Roy Romanow today issued a Christmas message to the province's
Ukrainian community.
"This Thursday, January 7, is Christmas Day according to the Julian
calendar and many Saskatchewan people of Ukrainian descent will be
gathering with family and friends to celebrate their heritage.
"It is a time of year to reflect on the richness of our past and look
forward to a new year with hope and optimism.
"My father and mother immigrated from Ukraine and like many in the
Ukrainian community I am proud to be able to celebrate both my
Ukrainian and Canadian roots.
"On behalf of my wife Eleanore, our families and my colleagues in the
Government of Saskatchewan, I wish each of you a holiday season filled
with love, happiness and hope."
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