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Volunteers
- Sherry Anderson
Volunteers are the backbone of Parks and Recreation across Saskatchewan. In many communities, volunteer Board and Committees are key in delivering and coordinating programs, services and projects - and in others, these great volunteers work closely with dedicated staff. It all adds up to making Saskatchewan communities great places to live and recreate! Saskatchewan Communities in Bloom has always been rooted in volunteerism.” Volunteers are key in coordinating the program in communities across the province and working on the great projects that are seen in communities everyday. An inspiring number of nominations were received for the Volunteer Recognition Award and our Volunteer judges were tasked with the adjudication process. Congratulations to our two worthy recipi- ents of 2020 Communities in Bloom Volunteer Recognition Award!
NICOLE LERAT - ROSTHERN, SK
Nicole Lerat is the Town of Rosthern’s Chief Administrative Officer. Despite being busy with her duties as CAO and her personal life, she is also a dedicated volunteer with landscape projects in the community. She has been the volunteer lead for several landscaping projects in the Town of Rosthern - using her passion and extensive knowledge of plants and landscaping to develop ideas and landscape designs. She regularly volunteers her time to plant and maintain project areas. Nicole has demonstrated her dedication to beautifying the community for years and for that we are proud to acknowledge her!
SANDY KIMBALL - ASSINIBOIA, SK
Sandy has been a long time volunteer in Assiniboia Communities in Bloom. She quietly sees what plants need to be cared for and completes the work to help make our town look better. Weeding, watering, cleaning, nurturing - whatever she sees needs to get done - she does, using her time. Often as you go around the town, Sandy can be seen working on CiB projects. It is fitting to recognize her this year as she is moving to Saskatoon after living in our community since birth. We are very sad to see Sandy and her family leave but our loss is Saskatoon’s gain.
We wish them every happiness.
