By Mallorie Rast They are the backbone of our communities, and the success of our non-profit organizations–they are our volunteers. Nominations are now open for the 2020 Saskatchewan Volunteer Medal, a chance to recognize that volunteer in your community that makes a difference. Saskatchewan has the highest rate of volunteers in the country, and in… Continue reading Nominations Now Open For The 2020 Saskatchewan Volunteer Medal
Tag: medal
Cab driver who saved 4 from burning car awarded medal for bravery in St. John’s
Source: Holly McKenzie-Sutter, THE CANADIAN PRESS, October 14, 2019 ST. JOHN’S, N.L. — A Newfoundland cab driver who rescued four young people from a burning vehicle was formally recognized for his heroism last week. Mike Stapleton was awarded a medal for bravery from the Royal Canadian Humane Association at St. John’s City Hall on Oct. 7.… Continue reading Cab driver who saved 4 from burning car awarded medal for bravery in St. John’s
Kindersley Resident Earns Medal from Lieutenant Governor
A Kindersley resident was officially announced as a recipient of the Saskatchewan Volunteer Medal last Thursday. When Lieutenant Governor W. Thomas Molloy made the announcement, he congratulated the volunteers nominated for the 2017 awards saying they were among “Saskatchewan’s best.” “The men and women who will receive the Saskatchewan Volunteer Medal are an example to… Continue reading Kindersley Resident Earns Medal from Lieutenant Governor
Decorated Firefighters
By Rina Rast, Kindersley Social, November 1, 2016 Kindersley’s list of decorated firefighters continues to grow as Deputy Fire Chief Jeff Soveran receives the Saskatchewan Protective Services Medal Members of the Kindersley Fire Department provide crucial service to the community, and over the years, several members of the Department have received medals recognizing their contribution… Continue reading Decorated Firefighters
Mark McMorris caps 4-medal weekend for Canadian snowboarders at Dew Tour event
Regina native wins slopestyle gold Regina snowboarder Mark McMorris capped off a four-medal weekend for Canadian snowboarders at the Dew Tour competition in Breckenridge, Colo., on Sunday by winning the slopestyle event. The 22-year-old, who celebrated his birthday on Dec. 9, won bronze in the slopestyle competition at the 2014 Sochi Olympics. McMorris scored 94.40 to win the event for the third… Continue reading Mark McMorris caps 4-medal weekend for Canadian snowboarders at Dew Tour event