Released on August 20, 2012
Saskatchewan residents have until October 18 to nominate individuals for the Saskatchewan Volunteer Medal. The Volunteer Medal recognizes individuals who have provided outstanding volunteer service or exceptional community involvement.
"Saskatchewan's greatest strength is our capable and generous volunteers," Lieutenant Governor Vaughn Solomon Schofield said. "I encourage everyone to consider nominating a deserving individual to receive our highest volunteer award, the Saskatchewan Volunteer Medal, so that we can publicly thank our most outstanding volunteers."
Any Canadian citizen who is a current or former long-term resident of Saskatchewan is eligible. Nominations cannot be accepted for sitting members of Parliament, the Legislature or judiciary. Groups or organizations cannot be nominated. Posthumous nominations are not accepted.
Since its inception in 1995, 148 recipients have received the Saskatchewan Volunteer Medal. Additional information, nomination forms and a list of previous recipients can be found online at www.ops.gov.sk.ca/svm or call toll-free 1-877-427-5505.
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For more information, contact:
Jay Teneycke
Provincial Secretary
Regina
Phone: 306-798-6095
Email: jay.teneycke@gov.sk.ca
Cell: 306-529-8630