CENTENNIAL MEDALS PRESENTED IN NORTH BATTLEFORD

Lieutenant Governor Lynda Haverstock presented the Saskatchewan Centennial Medal to recipients in North Battleford today.

The Medal recognizes the important role that individuals have played in the development of communities in the province.

"The Saskatchewan Centennial Medal honours individuals for their outstanding contributions," Haverstock said. "We can take great pride in the extraordinary people who call Saskatchewan home."

Centennial Medal recipients are selected based on the recommendation of governmental and non-governmental organizations and Members of the Legislative Assembly.

"Our provincial motto 'from many peoples strength' is shown in people working together in small towns, cities and communities," Provincial Secretary Glenn Hagel said. "The people we honour with this Medal personify just why many Saskatchewanians have concluded that the world could use a little more Saskatchewan."

Approximately 4,200 Saskatchewan Centennial Medals will be presented during 2005-06 at special ceremonies throughout the province.

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For More Information, Contact:

Maureen Boyle Government Relations Regina Phone: (306) 787-5959