I know i speak for everyone in this room when i say we look forward to working together with the lasts federal delegation. We were honored to attend dan sullivan earlier this month. I have also spoken with senator mikulski and congressman don young. We pledged to Work Together to make the most of our godgiven resources and yes, this means at long last responsibly accessing the vast oil reserves. We can, we must, we will, is beyond time. [applause] members of this legislature. I am so honored to stand before you. I look forward to working together to overcome the challenges before us. The men and women in this room are no strangers to edgar city. Some of you have beaten cancer. Others and the end childhood poverty. And overcome tremendous challenges in life. Your fishermen, educators lawyers, farmers and veterans, contractors, health care providers, pilots, engineers, accountants, a minor in even a reindeer herds of list a few. Uva readiness dollars a share love for our state and our pe
This program is delivered in collaboration with the Royal Canadian Legion, Saskatchewan Command and the Army, Navy, and Air Force Veterans (ANAVETS), Saskatchewan Provincial Command. Registered, non-profit veteran service clubs based in Saskatchewan are eligible to apply for grants up to $25,000. Applications are now being accepted with two application intake cut-off dates of April 30, 2021 and August 31, 2021. This program provides grants towards facility projects, upgrades, renovations or repairs, access to programming, meetings and events. Grant money can also be used toward special events, programs and activities that engage the public and advance the work of veteran service organizations. Ken Gordon, president of Royal Canadian Legion General Alexander Ross Branch No. 77 in Yorkton, said the local organization applied for funding in 2020, but were declined, noting funding at $100,000 provincially meant dollars were limited.
The Government of Saskatchewan is increasing funding for the Veteran Service Club Support Program from $100,000 to $1,500,000 to continue supporting veterans and their families in Saskatchewan. “Our government is proud of this increased commitment to Saskatchewan veterans and their family members,” Parks, Culture and Sport Minister Laura Ross said. “This funding will help keep Saskatchewan Legions operational and make the necessary improvements to continue serving our heroes.” This program is delivered in collaboration with the Royal Canadian Legion, Saskatchewan Command and the Army, Navy, and Air Force Veterans (ANAVETS), Saskatchewan Provincial Command. Registered, non-profit veteran service clubs based in Saskatchewan are eligible to apply for grants up to $25,000. Applications are now being accepted with two application intake cut-off dates of April 30, 2021 and August 31, 2021.