Battlefords Aboriginal Role Models Honoured

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 at 14:52

The Battlefords community honoured six area residents last night who have been great role models for Aboriginal people.

They are actor Gordon Tootoosis, war veteran and painter Henry Beaudry, painter Allen Sapp, economic developer Paulette Flamond, Dr. Janet Tootoosis, and Senator Herb Sparrow.

The awards were presented during a banquet at YouthFest, a two-day gathering to help youth make positive life choices.

Tootoosis says he was especially touched to receive his award because he used to work with youth before becoming an actor.

Flamond says she is inspired by the vision and energy of youth.

She says helping them succeed in business is a chance to help the whole community.

YouthFest ends today.

About 1,500 youth are participating in the event.