The Honourable John Haggie, Minister of Health and Community Services, and Derek Bennett, Parliamentary Secretary for Children, Seniors and Social Development, will deliver remarks at the 2018 Recreation Newfoundland and Labrador AGM and Conference this weekend at the Quality Hotel and Suites, 100 Trans-Canada Highway, Gander. The event is an opportunity for community groups, recreation professionals, stakeholders, volunteers and students to participate in educational sessions, network with peers and celebrate those who have made contributions to recreation throughout the province. On Friday, May 11, Minister Haggie will speak at the conference opening, beginning at 7:00 p.m. On Saturday, May 12, Parliamentary Secretary Bennett will speak at the Annual Awards Dinner and Banquet beginning at 7:30 p.m. For more information visit www.recreationnl.com/ .

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Media contacts Emily Timmins Health and Community Services 709-729-6986, 693-1292 emilytimmins@gov.nl.ca Gina MacArthur Children, Seniors and Social Development 709-729-3768, 730-2977 GinaMacarthur@gov.nl.ca