Human Resources, Labour and Employment
May 29, 2009

Media Advisory: Minister to Present Duke of Edinburgh�s Award

The Honourable Susan Sullivan, Minister of Human Resources, Labour and Employment, will present the Duke of Edinburgh�s Award to students that have successfully participated in the program that is run by Gonzaga High School. The event will be held on Sunday, May 31, at 7:00 p.m. at the RCMP Headquarters located on East White Hills Road in St. John's.

The Duke of Edinburgh�s Award is a personal development program for young people ages 14-25 that operates in over 120 countries. Through the presentation of bronze, silver and gold awards, it recognizes the efforts of young people to become well-rounded, responsible citizens. Approximately 150 students will be recognized at Sunday�s event.

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Media contact:
Jennifer Collingwood
Director of Communications
Department of Human Resources, Labour and Employment
709-729-0753, 690-2498
jennifercollingwood@gov.nl.ca

2009 05 29                                                     11:45 a.m.
 


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