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Media Advisory: Eight New Names Being Added to Saskatchewan Monument for Victims of Impaired Driving

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

SASKATOON, Saskatchewan, June 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Families of victims killed in impaired driving crashes will be joined by the Honourable Don Morgan and representatives from police and fire services for a special ceremony of remembrance at MADD Canada’s Saskatchewan Memorial Monument this Saturday.

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  • SASKATOON, Saskatchewan, June 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Families of victims killed in impaired driving crashes will be joined by the Honourable Don Morgan and representatives from police and fire services for a special ceremony of remembrance at MADD Canada’s Saskatchewan Memorial Monument this Saturday.
  • The Monument, located on the grounds of Saskatoon City Hall, is etched with the names of 67 people, including 8 new names added this year.
  • Media are invited to attend the ceremony of remembrance and the unveiling of new names on the monument.
  • Saskatchewan RCMP Superintendent Grant St. Germaine
    “Our Monument ceremony and candlelight vigil honour the memories of those killed in impaired driving crashes and acknowledge the loss and grief suffered by their families,” said MADD Canada Western Region Victim Services Manager Gillian Phillips.