Practitioners Receive Commemorative Medal for the Centennial of Saskatchewan (February 1, 2006)

The Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association (S.P.R.A.) is pleased to announce that Don MacAulay and Emile St. Amand are recipients of the Commemorative Medal for the Centennial of Saskatchewan. On January 26, 2006, The Speaker of the Legislative Assembly presented the Medal to the recipients in attendance at a special Ceremony held in Regina. S.P.R.A. President, Shauna Bourassa, and S.P.R.A. Recreation Consultant, John Firnesz, were also in attendance to personally acknowledge the recipients and their accomplishments.


The Commemorative Medal for the Centennial of Saskatchewan is a one-time commemorative medal marking the Province’s 100th anniversary. The Medal is presented to individuals who have made a significant contribution to the Province and are a symbol of the pride and vision of Saskatchewan.


Recipients are selected based on the recommendation of governmental and non-governmental organizations and Members of the Legislative Assembly. The Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association nominated Don and Emile for their outstanding contribution to the recreation and parks field.


Don MacAulay
Don’s ongoing commitment to the field of parks and recreation directly enabled the Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association to be recognized as a stakeholder. Don contributed to the development of the province’s delivery system during his service as a civil servant and as a community volunteer. Don’s reputation for honesty, his commitment to excellence and his ability to address issues in a positive manner have been instrumental in moving the parks and recreation movement forward. His legacy is shown by his commitment to Saskatchewan’s resources and its people.


Emile St. Amand
Emile has served as a committed volunteer and practitioner in the field of parks and recreation for forty-three years. Emile worked in the municipal field where he truly recognized the value in parks and recreation. His enthusiasm and astute planning ensured municipal elected leaders began to recognize the enormous potential and benefits of parks and recreation programming. In addition, Emile left a legacy with the Government of Saskatchewan, working for twenty-one years in the Department of Culture, Youth and Recreation. Emile’s vision, dedication and leadership made a significant difference and improved the quality of life for all Saskatchewan residents.


The Commemorative Medal is an official honour of the Crown and a part of the Saskatchewan Honours and Awards Program.


Inquiries can be directed to Lori Ross, S.P.R.A. Communications Consultant, at (306) 780-9370.


Lori Ross
Communications Consultant
Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association
lross@spra.sk.ca