NOMINATIONS OPEN FOR SASKATCHEWAN YOUTH AWARD

Do you know an outstanding individual between the ages of 15 and 24 years? Nominate him or her for the Saskatchewan Youth Award.

Saskatchewan residents have until January 30, 2008 to nominate individuals for the award, which recognizes young people for their personal achievements and/or contributions to their communities and the province.

"In Saskatchewan, we appreciate the diverse perspectives and talents of our youth," Premier Brad Wall said. "The Saskatchewan Youth Award is an opportunity to formally recognize and pay tribute to youth who help make this province great."

All nominations are adjudicated by an independent committee, comprised of members of the Saskatchewan Honours Advisory Council and up to two youth. Each year, four or five nominees will be recommended based on a broad range of achievements and endeavours, including, but not limited to, leadership, voluntarism, innovation, artistic or cultural accomplishments, academic excellence, athletics and other personal achievements.

The nomination deadline is January 30, 2008. To obtain a nomination form, or for more information on the Saskatchewan Youth Award, call toll-free 1-877-427-5505 or visit the web site at www.gr.gov.sk.ca/protocol.

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For more information, contact:

Deborah Saum
Provincial Secretary
Regina
Phone: 306-787-3001