Government of Saskatchewan ministries, Crown corporations and organizations are working to minimize the impacts of the postal service disruption.

Les ministères, les sociétés d’État et les organismes du gouvernement de la Saskatchewan travaillent à réduire au minimum les répercussions de l’interruption des services postaux.

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CELEBRATING SASKATCHEWAN WOMEN – OCTOBER IS WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH

Released on October 4, 2012

Saskatchewan residents are joining with all Canadians in celebrating Women's History Month throughout October, and the first International Day of the Girl on October 11.

Women's History Month is celebrated each year, and provides an opportunity to recognize and appreciate how women have shaped our history, and to acknowledge the vital contributions women make to strengthen our economy, our communities and our families.

Saskatchewan's theme for the month is "Women and Girls Shaping Saskatchewan's Future", recognizing the passion and energy that young women and girls bring to their leadership roles as innovators and change-makers in their communities.

"I encourage all Saskatchewan residents to reflect on the important contributions of women and girls to the growth and prosperity of our province," Minister responsible for the Status of Women June Draude said. "Each year, more and more Saskatchewan women assume leadership roles in boardrooms across our province, and our country. Our young women and girls are also helping to chart a course for the future through their leadership roles on student councils, community youth committees and sports teams, and through their entrepreneurship and community volunteerism."

Women's History Month marks the anniversary of the "Persons Case" of 1929, in which Canadian women were formally recognized as "persons" under the law.

The United Nations has declared October 11 as the first International Day of the Girl, to recognize the contributions of girls and young women as citizens and powerful voices of change within families, communities and nations.

The Status of Women Office is promoting the combined celebration of Women's History Month and the International Day of the Girl through partnerships with community-based organizations throughout Saskatchewan. A calendar of community events is posted on the Status of Women website at www.socialservices.gov.sk.ca/WHM-Calendar-Oct-2012.

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For more information, contact:

Pete Paczko
Social Services
Regina
Phone: 306-787-0531
Email: pete.paczko@gov.sk.ca

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