Member Statement (7 March 2024)

From Hansard (7 March 2024)

 

Warman Resident Gives of Herself to Help Others

Mr. Jenson: — Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Saskatchewan residents are known for their kindness and generosity, and one of my constituents is no exception. Ruby Dyck of Warman recently made a significant donation to a couple of causes she believes in.

Mr. Speaker, Ruby recently donated $100,000 to the Saskatoon Food Bank & Learning Centre’s Plant Possibility campaign. She also dug a bit deeper and gave the St. Paul’s Hospital Foundation a donation of $200,000.

Ruby learned the value of hard work at an early age growing up on the family farm, but eventually moved into town to be closer to school. Mr. Speaker, Ruby met her soulmate and late husband, Richard, in third grade and they became high school sweethearts. Ruby and Richard went on to purchase their own dairy and grain farm, and she gave up her work as a teacher to work alongside Richard full-time on the farm.

There is so much more to Ruby and Richard’s story, Mr. Speaker, but it’s important to recognize Saskatchewan residents like Ruby who give of themselves to help others. When asked what she would tell others about the importance of philanthropy and getting involved in fundraising campaigns, she states, and I quote, “Open your heart and give what you’re able to those less fortunate. If you have enough, please share.”

Mr. Speaker, these are very wise words, and Ruby Dyck will continue to be an inspiration to us all. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.

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