Human Resources, Labour and Employment
October 17, 2008

Media Advisory: Minister to Participate in Flag Raising
with Duke of Edinburgh�s Award Organization

The Honourable Shawn Skinner, Minister of Human Resources, Labour and Employment, will participate in a flag raising ceremony with the Duke of Edinburgh�s Award organization on the front steps of Confederation Building in St. John�s on Monday, October 20, at 4:00 p.m.

The Duke of Edinburgh�s Award is an international program operating in more than 120 countries with the intention of equipping young people with the skills to make a difference to themselves, their communities and the world. Through the presentation of Bronze, Silver and Gold Awards, it recognizes the efforts of young people to become well-rounded, responsible citizens. The flag raising ceremony is part of the organization�s Award Week public awareness campaign.

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Media contact:

Ronalda Walsh
Director of Communications
Department of Human Resources, Labour and Employment
709-729-0753, 699-7903
ronaldawalsh@gov.nl.ca 

2008 10 17                                                    11:45 a.m.


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