56 RESIDENTS RECEIVE THE QUEEN’S DIAMOND JUBILEE MEDAL

Lieutenant Governor Vaughn Solomon Schofield and Provincial Secretary Wayne Elhard presented 56 Saskatchewan residents with the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal at Government House in Regina today.

“The Queen has chosen the theme of service for this milestone year and so it is most appropriate that Canada created a Diamond Jubilee Medal which celebrates both Her Majesty's lifetime of service and the outstanding contributions of deserving citizens,” Solomon Schofield said.  “On behalf of our sovereign, I thank each medal recipient for their commitment to the greater good.”

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee began in February 2012 in celebration of her 60-year reign.  The Royal Canadian Mint created 60,000 medals that have been awarded to outstanding Canadians of all ages and from all walks of life across the country.

“Those recognized today truly exemplify the spirit of service to others that has been the hallmark of Her Majesty throughout her 60-year reign,” Elhard said.  “On behalf of the Government of Saskatchewan, it is my pleasure to recognize these individuals on their accomplishments.”

Today’s ceremonies mark the final medal presentations on behalf of the province of Saskatchewan.  The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee officially concludes on February 6, 2013.

For more information on the Queen's Diamond Jubilee Medal or on Jubilee festivities, the province's history with the monarchy, and the role of the Crown in Saskatchewan, visit www.jubileesk.ca.

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For more information, contact:

Jay Teneycke
Intergovernmental Affairs
Regina
Phone: 306-798-6095
Email: jay.teneycke@gov.sk.ca
Cell: 306-529-8630