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Canadian Ranger patrol group honoured by Wollaston Lake RCMP

Wollaston Lake RCMP honours Canadian Ranger Patrol Group for their efforts in northern Saskatchewan. Supplied / Saskatchewan RCMP

WOLLASTON LAKE, Sask. – A group of Canadian Rangers has been recognized for its efforts in northern Saskatchewan. The 4th Canadian Rangers Patrol Group was honoured by Wollaston Lake RCMP at a ceremony on Sunday.

One event last year stood out for the RCMP.

“In one of many situations, in October 2014, four boaters became stranded on Wollaston Lake in very poor weather conditions,” said Supt. Grant St. Germaine, “F” Division North District Commander.

“As a result of the Ranger Patrol Group’s response, the four individuals were located. Their actions and commitment to the community resulted in a rescue and positive outcome in a potentially grave situation.”

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District commander commendations, which recognizes outstanding work, appreciation and dedication to one’s service and community, were handed out to 27 members of the group.

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“I have personally worked with the Ranger Patrol Group many times. The group’s abilities and knowledge of the community and surrounding area is unmatched,” added Sgt. Jennifer Mateush, commander of the Wollaston Lake detachment.

“This is our opportunity to say thank you.”

The 4th Canadian Rangers Patrol Group, which is a First Nations patrol from Hatchet Lake Dene Band, is regularly called upon to assist with ground searches and rescue missions.

The Rangers are a sub-component of the primary reserve who are employed on national-security and public safety missions in remote and sparsely populated regions of Canada.

Wollaston Lake is approximately 700 kilometres northeast of Saskatoon.

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