Government of Yukon

Government

FOR RELEASE #07-181
September 6, 2007

Premier Recognizes Literacy Leader Through Award

WHITEHORSE –Premier Dennis Fentie is presenting the 2007 Council of the Federation Literacy Award to Yukon literacy leader Patty Wiseman today.

The Council of the Federation Literacy Award is a national award presented to a literacy leader in each province and territory.

"A literacy leader is any person who works to achieve their literacy goals or helps others to achieve their literacy goals," said Premier Dennis Fentie. "I congratulate Patty Wiseman on her outstanding contributions to literacy in the Yukon."

For many years Patty Wiseman has been instrumental in developing, initiating and overseeing literacy programs in the community of Teslin. Literacy is the building block of education and Patty Wiseman’s efforts have provided a strong literacy foundation for many learners in the Yukon.

"I am very impressed with the accomplishments of our award recipient," Fentie added. "Patty is an excellent role model and an example of someone who sees education and learning as an essential component for a healthy and vibrant community."

To learn more about the Council of the Federation Literacy Award please call 667-5690 or 1-800-661-0408, extension 5690.

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Roxanne Vallevand
Cabinet Communications
867-633-7949
roxanne.vallevand@gov.yk.ca

Clea Roberts
Communications Coordinator, Education
867-393-7102
clea.ainsworth@gov.yk.ca