BATTLEFORD — Angele Rose of Battleford, was presented with the National Award of Merit at the Air Cadet League AGM held in Regina Oct. 26.
This is the second time she has been presented with this award. In 2017, she was nationally honoured for securing vital funding to install new flooring at the air cadet hall in North Battleford.
The National Award of Merit is presented to Air Cadet League members who have displayed unwavering meritorious service. The Saskatchewan Air Cadet League works with all air cadet units in the province. The Provincial Awards Committee nominated Rose for this national recognition.
During the pandemic, the local air cadet unit lost the involvement of many of its parents, who comprised the squadron sponsoring committee tasked with fundraising. The unit was in dire need of financial assistance to keep it solvent. In the summer of 2021, Rose became aware of the critical situation and stepped into the role of fundraiser.
With the assistance of friends and support from the local Air Cadet staff, Rose planned and executed numerous profitable fundraisers. Over the next few years, Rose’s skill and enthusiasm helped raise significant funds for the local air cadet program to recover financially. This economic stability permitted them to complete various projects and allowed the unit to grow.
