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Appointments Made to Heritage Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador The Honourable Clyde Jackman, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Recreation, today announced three new appointments and five reappointments to the board of directors for the Heritage Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador (HFNL). "The Heritage Foundation works to preserve and promote an understanding of, and an appreciation for, the province�s architectural heritage � a significant aspect of Newfoundland and Labrador culture," said Minister Jackman. "The newly-appointed members will be an excellent addition to the existing knowledge and talent already represented on the board." The three new members of the 12-member board are Doug Wells of Harbour Breton, Marilyn Gear of Carbonear, and Mike Patterson of Upper Amherst Cove. Reappointed and continuing members are Robert Parsons of Grand Bank, who will serve as chair, Sandra Wheeler of Corner Brook, Kenneth Flynn of Jerseyside, Shannie Duff of St. John�s, Roy Dawe of Cupids, Amos Lyall of North West River, Dominic Lundrigan of Burin and Kim Blanchard of St. John�s. Jerry Dick serves on the board as representative from the Department of Tourism, Culture and Recreation. The Heritage Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador is a legislated body that operates under the Historic Resources Act. The organization�s mandate is to assess the province's built heritage and encourage its preservation through education, recognition, and a grants program. In the past five years, the Provincial Government has more than doubled its investment in the arts, culture and heritage sectors, from $11.4 million to almost $25 million in 2008. In 2006, the province released its cultural strategy, Creative Newfoundland and Labrador, which included a three-year $17.6 million commitment of new funding to the sector. - 30 - Media contact: Heather May BACKGROUNDER Biographies - Heritage Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador Kimberley Blanchard , a resident of St. John�s, has a professional background in urban and community planning, with a strong interest in heritage preservation. She has served on the board of the Newfoundland Historic Trust since 2002; currently in the role of president.Roy Dawe , a resident of Cupids, is an active member of the community who has demonstrated a commitment to preserving and protecting the architectural heritage of Cupids and the province. Mr. Dawe currently serves as chair of the Cupers Cove Heritage Foundation and is a former chair of the Cupids Historical Society and former mayor of the Town of Cupids.Shannie Duff , a resident of St. John�s, is a well-known champion of architectural heritage in the province. Throughout her career, she has stressed the importance of heritage preservation and affordable housing in urban development. She has spent over 20 years in municipal government, serving in various roles, including mayor of St. John's and currently serves as a councillor on St. John�s City Council. Ms. Duff is a recipient of the Order of Canada and the Queen�s Golden Jubilee Medal.Kenneth Flynn , a resident of Jerseyside, is highly-involved in the heritage community as president of the Placentia Area Historical Society, co-chair of the Town of Placentia Heritage Advisory Committee, curator at O�Reilly House Museum, and a board member of the Newfoundland Historic Trust. He is also the founding member of the Placentia archeology project.Dominic Lundrigan, a resident of Burin, is an active community member in the Marystown-Burin area and currently serves as chair of the combined committees of the Heritage House Museum and the Oldest Colony Trust Building in Burin.Amos Lyall, a resident of North West River, Labrador, is a museum interpreter with an interest in the preservation of culture and heritage. He serves on the board of directors of Them Days magazine, a quarterly publication dedicated to preserving the history of Labrador, and as a board member of the OKalaKatiget Society, a non-profit organization with the mandate to preserve and promote the language and culture of the Inuit.Robert Parsons , a resident of Grand Bank, is a well-known author of maritime histories, a historical researcher, and a long-time member of heritage organizations. He is a member of the Newfoundland Historical Society, the Writer�s Alliance of Newfoundland and Labrador and the Association of Cultural Industries.Mike Patterson , a resident of Upper Amherst Cove, owns and operates Patterson Woodworking Limited in Upper Amherst Cove. In the past, Mr. Patterson taught heritage carpentry/ woodworking at the College of the North Atlantic in Bonavista. He has served on the Ryan Premises Advisory Committee board of directors, and was also a past board member and chair of the Craft Council of Newfoundland and Labrador.Doug Wells, a resident of Harbour Breton, is a retired high school social studies teacher who completed several successful heritage projects in his classes and received several awards of recognition along the way. Mr. Wells has a love of local history and is involved with local and provincial heritage groups. Sandra Wheeler , a resident of Corner Brook, is a co-owner of The Ewing Gallery, a privately-owned art gallery in Corner Brook, and a sessional lecturer in folklore at Sir Wilfred Grenfell College. She is a board member of the Newfoundland Historic Society and a past director of the Corner Brook Museum and Archives Society.2008 09 30
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