Kerrobert to host first-ever Emergency Services Gala
By Joan Janzen
KERROBERT—You won’t want to miss the inaugural Emergency Services Gala, coming to Kerrobert on February 8th. Bailey Kemery and Chelsea Kissick have been busy planning this awards and fundraising event to honour the emergency volunteer services in the area.
”Because there’s been a lot of tragedies in this area, I thought it would be really great to recognize the people who devote so much of their time to our areas. I had originally attended an event a couple of years ago and thought it would be a good idea,” Bailey said. “It’s a really great way to give back and recognize the roles of these people who give in our community.”
Regional emergency management groups will host the event in conjunction with local fire departments. The public will honour fire services in Major, Kerrobert, Luseland, Plenty, and Dodsland, as well as local protective services and first responders. All funds raised will go towards these services.
“The cause is just phenomenal!” Bailey said. “Provost hosts one that is hugely successful, and Warman hosts one, and people love it, so I hope ours will be just as successful.”
They’re also welcoming nominations for service awards. “If you know anyone who deserves recognition for their services, don’t hesitate to get in contact with us!” Bailey said. “We have a lot of nominations from all of the areas.” Nominations can be for service awards for years of service, Service Member of the Year Award and Citizen of the Year Awards.
Along with the awards ceremony, there will be cocktails, a catered supper, a social with music provided by Time of Your Life, and a silent auction. Please let Bailey or Chelsea know if you wish to donate to this event.
Volunteers are stepping forward, offering to help with decorating, set up and clean up, which helps make this event possible. Tickets are available, either individually or for a table of eight.
It’s the perfect opportunity to get decked out in your best attire and show your support and appreciation for the community’s protective services, volunteer fire departments, and medical first responders.