Prairie South School Division is proud to announce that Michael Minall of Riverview Collegiate was rewarded a Certificate of Achievement for his five years of volunteer work in Moose Jaw and surrounding area at this years National Youth Day event on June 5th at the Timothy Eaton Centre.

During these years of generous volunteering, Michael has shown great leadership and initiative by participating and educating his peers and adults of the needs for Moose Jaw's youth. Michael has lead peer groups, was involved in an effort to gang proof Moose Jaw, helped organize the National Youth Day speaker, lead discussions during the first Speak Out day last year, and done numerous selfless tasks within the schools of Moose Jaw.

His willingness to help others, openness to share his opinions, and self-sacrificing nature has made this recognition long over due. He has helped to raise awareness, create events, and better resources available to Moose Jaw and surrounding areas' youth. Congratulations Michael Minall.

Times-Herald photo by Lisa Goudy - Mayor Glenn Hagel presents Grade 12 student Michael Minall with an award for his volunteerism on Tuesday at Timothy Eaton Center.