SASKATOON REGIONAL HEALTH AUTHORITY BOARD MEMBERS APPOINTED

Saskatchewan Health Minister John Nilson is pleased to announce the appointments of four new members to the Saskatoon Regional Health Authority. He also announced the appointment of Humboldt entrepreneur Darlene Eberle as chairperson and Saskatoon-area farmer Carol Teichrob as vice chairperson.

New to the board are Canadian Western Bank executive Douglas Finnie, retired social work administrator Archie LaRocque, lawyer Catherine Sproule, all of Saskatoon, and Watson-area farmer Steven Tokarski.

"Each of these new members of the Regional Health Authority bring with them a record of service to the community and the pursuit of excellence," Nilson said. "I look forward to seeing them use their enthusiasm, knowledge and community contacts to improve the health of people in their area.

With her background as a Registered Nurse and her experience as vice chairperson of this board and chairperson of the former Central Plains Health District board, Darlene Eberle will bring continuity as chairperson," Nilson added.

"I am also pleased that Carol Teichrob has agreed to serve as vice chairperson, a role that will put to good use her decades of experience in business, public service, the boards of national organizations and of course her service with the Saskatoon Regional Health Authority for the past three years," Nilson said.

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For More Information, Contact:

Jocelyn Argue Health Regina Phone: (306)787-4083

Leanne Nyirfa Advisor, Corporate and Public Affairs Saskatoon Regional Health Authority Saskatoon Phone: (306)655-3386