Bellegarde, Saskatchewan

Joseph Poirier has dedicated nearly 20 years to the preservation of French-Canadian heritage in Bellegarde, for which he previously served as elected representative at the Assemblée communautaire fransaskoise. As a spokesperson for Francophones in the province, he also currently serves as a board trustee for the Conseil des écoles fransaskoises where he ensures that the educational needs of Francophone students are met.

Sovereign’s Medal for Volunteers 
The medal recognizes the exceptional volunteer achievements of Canadians from across the country in a wide range of fields, and pays tribute to the dedication and commitment of volunteers.