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November 10, 2004
New Licence Plate to Honour Saskatchewan Veterans
A special legal issue licence plate to honour veterans’
contributions and service to Canada was unveiled today following
a Service of Remembrance at the Legislature. The new licence plates
will be available to veterans in February 2005.
"I’m pleased to unveil for you today a special licence
plate in honour of our veterans," Premier Lorne Calvert said.
"These special licence plates were designed to pay tribute
to our veterans and show our appreciation for their contributions
to both Canada and the world."
The new licence plate, intended for the rear of the vehicle, will
be available to veterans who served during wartime or in a post-war
capacity. They will also be available to veterans who served in
the Reserve forces and those who served during a North Atlantic
Treaty Organization (NATO) or United Nations (UN) operation, including
members of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP).
The Saskatchewan Command of the Royal Canadian Legion worked closely
with government and played a key role in bringing the special Veterans
plate to the province.
"We’re happy to be involved in an initiative that reminds
the people of this province of the sacrifice and service of our
Veterans," said John Henderson, Provincial Legion President.
"The new licence plate will help to honour the legacy of veterans
who reside in Saskatchewan."
Beginning in early January, veterans can order their licence plates
through SGI. Forms will be available at all provincial Legion offices,
SGI motor licence issuer offices and online at www.sgi.sk.ca. Applicants
will need to have their status as veterans confirmed by the Royal
Canadian Legion. A small fee of $5 will be collected by the Legion
to cover administrative costs.
For more information, contact:
Toni Ennis
SGI Communications
Regina
(306) 751-1319
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