On June 10, 2006, the Gustin/Trounce Heritage Committee Inc. received a Saskatchewan Architectural Heritage Society Excellence Award for the restoration of Gustin House.  Her Honour, the Honourable Dr. Lynda  M. Haverstock , Lieutenant Governor of Saskatchewan, made the presentation in a ceremony at Convocation Hall, University of Saskatchewan; Saskatoon; Dr. Joan Halmo accepted the award on behalf of the Committee.  Also recognized in the Award were Stantec Architecture, represented at the event  by Allan Duddridge, principal architect; and D2 Construction, represented by Harry Dalsgaard, manager. Thank you to the fine professionals and to all who have contributed in any way to the wonderful success of the Gustin House restoration!

The handsome framed certificate for this provincial award is on display at Gustin House, where it joins a City of  Saskatoon Heritage Award received by the Committee in February 2006 as well as the City of Saskatoon Heritage Award received by the late Lloyd Rodwell for his dedication and foresight in preserving the Lyell Gustin property.  

At the June 10 Ceremony, the Saskatchewan Architectural Heritage Association  President's Special Award, given for outstanding heritage leadership, was presented to Peggy Sarjeant of Saskatoon.  Among her many community contributions, Peggy has served on the Gustin/Trounce Heritage Committee for some two and a half years and has brought her extensive experience to the restoration and preservation of the Gustin and Trounce Houses.  Congratulations, Peggy!

Photos below are by Bill Gray, courtesy of the Saskatchewan Architectural Heritage Society.