MEDIA RELEASE: Saskatchewan volunteer receives Canadian Red Cross’ highest honour

(REGINA) November 26, 2020 – Sandra MacArthur, of Osler, SK, was named a member of the Order of the Red Cross during a virtual ceremony last night.
 
Considered the Canadian Red Cross’ highest award, the Order of the Red Cross recognizes extraordinary people who have provided outstanding humanitarian service at home and abroad.
 
For more than 13 years, MacArthur has been a devoted volunteer with the Canadian Red Cross in Saskatchewan. She is a highly regarded trainer, mentor and seasoned leader, and has worked closely with several Indigenous communities to build capacity in planning for managing emergencies. She has also deployed during several emergencies to help those affected within Saskatchewan, across Canada and in the United States.
 
“Sandra is a leader, a teacher, a facilitator, an innovator, and a wonderful woman who is committed to the fundamental principles of the Canadian Red Cross,” said Luc Mullinder, vice president for the Canadian Red Cross in Saskatchewan.
 
“She is willing to take on any challenge to help vulnerable people and it is wonderful to see her significant contributions recognized with this prestigious honour.”
 
A maximum of 25 members are permitted to be appointed with this award annually. MacArthur is the 321^st person to receive this award in its 36-year history.

Read more about Sandra MacArthur’s contributions to the Red Cross here.