RECCELLENCE! We imagine a province where everyone has the opportunity to enjoy recreation and feel more connected to nature, our communities, and ourselves - our 2020 RECognition Award Winners are helping to do just that. Here are the individuals and community groups who are energizing Saskatchewan and changing lives through parks and recreation. Rosalie Flynn (Swift Current) - Volunteer of the Year
Prince Albert Rotary Trail - Parks and Open Space Award
Rosalie has been a dedicated volunteer in the community of Swift Current, and in the province, for over 30 years. She has contributed her time and passion to ensure that all members of the community have the opportunity to benefit from recreational experiences and lead healthy lifestyles. Some significant volunteer roles that Rosalie has been involved in are the 2016 World Women's Curling Championship as a co-chair of the Lounge Committee and the 2019 Western Canada Summer Games as a co-chair of the Uniform Distribution and Accreditation Centre.
The 22.6 kilometre paved loop of the city began in 2004 with a segment along the North Saskatchewan River. Various lengths of Trail emerged throughout the years with the final kilometre in 2019. This was a great achievement for the Multi-Use Recreational Trail Committee that initiated the concept in 2001 and the Rotary Club who are the main sponsor and steward of the Trail. The volunteer committee spearheaded the fundraising campaign that raised in excess of $3.2M with support from many businesses, volunteer groups and all levels of government. City groups were passionate about raising funds for the Rotary Trail and now enjoy its benefits.
The past three years, Rosalie has played an integral roled in the local Forever...in motion program - as both a leader and a facilitator. As a facilitator she has trained many new leaders and allowed more programs to be delivered in the community. Rosalie is a strong supporter of recreation and the importance of living a healthy lifestyle at every age!
Thousands of residents access the trail annually to walk, jog, ride their bike, skateboard or push a loved one in a wheelchair. One of the defining elements of the Rotary Trail is its’ 10 feet path width. A free and accessible recreation amenity, the Rotary Trail adds value to properties in close proximity. Created by a strong volunteer initiative and maintained by the City, the Rotary
Wynyard Co-operative Place - Cecil Nobes Facility Award of Excellence
The $10 million Co-operative Place multi-use recreation facility was built to house the arena, golf course, ball diamond canteen and public washrooms which were formerly individual buildings - all that required extensive work. The facility 15
reclaims heat from the ice plant to help with the snow-dump pit. The building heating and cooling system runs on a schedule to lessen energy use. High-efficiency LED lighting also runs on a preset schedule to reduce energy costs. The new facility was constructed to meet accessibility code requirements, including accessible seating areas, parking areas and an accessible elevator allowing everyone to enjoy all areas of the facility. Additional dressing rooms, a regulation-size ice surface and seating for over 1000 fans allows our arena user groups to utilize the facility for events and tournaments. A fully stocked kitchen and spacious lounge allows the summer user groups to enjoy golf tournaments and other special events. Wynyard's new multi-use recreation facility was much needed and will function as a hub for the community for decades to come.
