Thomas Clement “Tommy” Douglas (1904-1986) recognized by the Government of Canada as a Person of National Historic Significance

March 6, 2019                                           Regina, Saskatchewan                                              Parks Canada

The Honourable Ralph Goodale, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Member of Parliament for Regina—Wascana will take part in a Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada plaque unveiling ceremony to commemorate the national historic significance of Thomas Clement “Tommy” Douglas (1904-1986).

A skilled politician and advocate for social justice, Tommy Douglas is an icon closely associated with the implementation of the federal cost-sharing program to facilitate universal, Canada-wide public health care.

Minister Goodale will make the announcement on behalf of the Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Minister responsible for Parks Canada, Catherine McKenna.

Please note that this advisory is subject to change without notice.

The details are as follows:

Date:              Thursday, March 7th, 2019

Time:             Ceremony starts at 1:30 p.m. (CST)
                        Media are asked to arrive at 1:15 p.m.              

Location:       T.C. Douglas Building
                        3475 Albert Street
                        Regina, Saskatchewan

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