Supporter of FNUC recognized with award

Prince Albert mayor Jim Scarrow was recognized recently for his support of the First Nations University of Canada during a trying time in its history. More than 100 dignitaries, students, academics and community members turned out to watch Scarrow receive the second-ever University of Regina’s President’s Community Award—and the first awarded to a person. U of R president Vianne Timmons said the mayor was chosen for his tireless support of the university when funding was jeopardized. “There were many voices, and his voice in particular said First Nations University is an important institution to this province, and an important institution to the Prince Albert community,” she said. FNUC is an integrated college of U of R.