In making the announcement Jessica Matsalla City Clerk, with the City provided a brief bio on the recipients.
Jason Boyda, a teacher at Yorkdale school, has been a resident of Yorkton for the past 11 years, and has been “all-in” with the community since he moved here. He is a dedicated coach for sports (for all levels), mainly football and basketball. Jason is known to go the extra mile to run extra practices, and additional training to help any athlete who desires to improve, and will do what is in his power to help them excel.
Jason also provides opportunities to all ages of athletes that may not be otherwise offered, such as taking teams to out of city and even across the border for tournaments or camps. He not only coaches, but Administratively is involved in fundraising, organizing events, jamborees, inter-league and inter-provincial play, and cross border play. His passion for football and nurturing & developing youth, and for his involvement in the community is truly ev