(SASKATOON) November 3, 2001 -- Young patients
at the Royal University Hospital's Pediatric Ward enjoyed a once-in-a
lifetime treat today when they visited with top Canadian Figure
Skaters who are in town to compete at the 2001 MasterCard Skate
Canada International. The visit was led by reigning 2001 World and
Canadian Pairs Champions, Jamie Salé and David Pelletier,
along with other members of Canada's National Figure Skating Team:
Annabelle Langlois and Patrice Archetto, Canadian Bronze Medallists
in Pairs; and Megan Wing and Aaron Lowe, 2000 Canadian Dance Silver
Medallists.
"The kids were thrilled and excited about meeting their favourite
skating stars in person," said Maralyn Friesen, Manager of
Nursing, SDH Pediatric Department. "We truly appreciate the
skaters taking time from their busy schedules to bring smiles to
their little faces."
Whitehall-Robins Inc., makers of Centrum Multivitamins, Official
Multivitamin of Skate Canada and Canada's National Figure Skating
Team, organized the Royal University Hospital visit as part of the
activities being held to celebrate the 2001 MasterCard Skate Canada
International scheduled November 1 to 4 at Saskatchewan Place.
Skate Canada is the largest national sport governing body in the
world with over 200,000 individual members. It is dedicated to the
principles of enabling every Canadian to participate in skating
throughout their lifetime for fun, fitness and/or achievement.
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For more information contact:
Marielle Gauthier
Communication Counsellor
Saskatoon District Health
(306) 655-1028
Saskatoon Health Region
"Healthiest people, healthiest communities, exceptional service."
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