2010 National Recreational Fisheries Awards

Across Canada this summer, millions of Canadians and visitors will enjoy our recreational fisheries. On June 14, the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Fisheries and Oceans awarded the 2010 Recreational Fisheries Awards to five dedicated individuals, whose contributions are helping to preserve and protect fish and fish habitats for the benefit of all anglers across the country. Recipients attended a ceremony in their honour at the Canadian Museum of Civilization in Gatineau, Quebec.

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The 2010 National Recreational Fisheries Award recipients with the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Fisheries and Oceans following the awards ceremony. From left to right: Gerry Kristianson, John Kendell, Parliamentary Secretary Randy Kamp, Robert Chiasson, and Keith Piercey.