 Saskatchewan Junior
Citizen of the Year
Saskatchewan Junior
Citizen of the Year 2005 Biographies
Tyler Kaminsky
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Adele Kaminsky, Tyler's nominator states in her nomination, that Tyler, once shy and timid as a child, has since risen to become a high school graduate, an entrepreneur, a Youth Business Excellence (YBEX) 1st Place Individual Business Venture 2005 award winner and local Business Excellence Award finalist at the age of 17.
From a young age, Tyler has developed a strong work ethic through a variety of jobs that included delivering newspapers and working part-time at McDonalds. When Tyler was 15 years old, looking for a greater challenge, he started a home-based business selling Coral Calcium. This venture rapidly grew and evolved into a storefront enterprise that provides his community with safe, purified drinking water, pure ice as well as Coral Calcium, multi-vitamins and minerals and other health products.
Tyler moved to North Battleford where he started grade 3. From a young age, he learned that making new friends and building confidence came from getting involved in community activities. An avid volunteer, this young man has worked bingos, took part in fundraising activities for his Ukrainian Dance group, Big Brothers & Sisters and the Boys & Girls Clubs. He has helped his neighbors with yard work, house sitting and a variety of odd jobs. He has participated in walks for the Cancer Society, MS Society and was a carnival worker for Catholic Family Services. Tyler has also donated clothes for the Diabetes Society for the past 5 years.
He believes in contributing to his community. Through his business, TK Water Refill Center, he has donated hundreds of bottles of purified water for many community events including children?s camps, church functions, seminars, radio promotions, talent festivals, sports groups and local Club events.
This youth is ambitious, hard working, determined and courteous. He works hard at achieving the goals he has set for himself. He sees the good in others and is eager to lend a helping hand in order to make his community a better place.
Tyler?s future goals include managing his business, TK Water Refill Center, while pursuing a business diploma through SIAST.
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Christine Ryan
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Christine's nominator Valerie Middleton stated in her nomination that Christine shows us the "best of the best" in everything that she does. She believes that there is no point in doing something if you are not going to put all that you have into it.
There is no half-way for this girl. Sherri Solomko stated in her nomination that Christine loves what she does and does what she loves. She is a shining example that all generations in Unity are proud of.
When Christine becomes involved in a project, her peers and younger people around her are eager to help out and be part of the event. Whether it is Girl Guides, drama or a church activity, she can easily attract others to participate with her positive attitude and enthusiasm.
In September 2004, Christine became a Girl Guide leader. Being a Girl Guide leader involves commitment and time. With some guidance, she was able to fulfill her role above and beyond all expectations.
At school, Christine was active in Students Against Drunk Driving, drama (Stage Manager for 4 years) and worked in the food booth. She excelled in her classes and was always on the honor role. A highlight for Christine was winning a trip to New York with the "Oddfellows United Nations Pilgrimage for Youth". She was Valedictorian at her grade 12 graduation this past June and received the Governor General's medal.
Christine is astoundingly organized. She can have several projects on the go and still manages to do each one well. She gets involved in activities that are important to her. Her never-ending energy and passion is shown in her family, her school and her many extracurricular activities.
Christine plans to attend the University of Saskatchewan and enter the field of medicine.
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Clark Northey
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Jan Northey, Clark's nominator describes this Junior Citizen as a good role model for youth. Clark dedicates much of his time to the service of others and strives to excel in all of his endeavors and faces life's challenges head on.
Clark is a young man of many talents. He is a musician who plays the violin, bagpipes and various percussion instruments. At the age of 14 he attained his level 5 Master bandsman qualification in Borden, Ontario which is the highest level and honor achieved by a cadet musically. He teaches music at provincial cadet music concentration weekends and at cadet corps and took the initiative to organize a band to perform at official ceremonies and annual reviews. Clark had a dream of starting a tri-service (army, sea and air) youth pipe and drum band in Prince Albert. He wanted to involve those who might not otherwise have the opportunity to take lessons. The Prince Albert Legion #2 was so impressed with his efforts they sponsored his group with supplies and uniforms and a facility to rehearse. The group is progressing well considering some members have no past musical experience.
As a Senior cadet, he was promoted to Coxswain (Chief) of cadet corps #118 Rawalpindi. He teaches weekly leadership seamanship, communications and citizenship. He always leads by example, is respectful and motivates others to succeed.
In school, Clark took part in many activities including indoor track, Junior, Senior and Jazz band and was a member of a Mock Trial Team to develop his knowledge of law. He was an honor role student, and is fluent in English and French. He is respected by his peers and teachers and supports a positive learning environment. His teachers describe him as having a mature attitude, is prepared for class, attentive, respectful, is an enthusiastic learner and encourages fellow students to remain on task. He is proactive in supporting students who are victims of bullying.
In addition to school and cadets, Clark has participated in Ukrainian dance and is an active volunteer in his community.
This young man is confident, sincere, reliable, trustworthy and has the leadership abilities to bring out the best in others. When he sets goals for himself, he follows through with the best of his ability.
Clark is currently enrolled in the College of Arts and Science at the University of Saskatchewan.
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Stephanie Ortynsky
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Stephanie's nominator Violet Bramwell, tells us
that Stephanie has developed a sense of responsibility, leadership
skills and a concern for the welfare of others by volunteering her
time.
Stephanie is a recent graduate from Yorkton Regional High
School. Throughout her school years she studied French and is fluently
bilingual. She was involved with sports and participated in
cross-country, soccer, cheerleading, and track and field. She has a
love of the arts and was active in band and dance. With such a great
variety of interests and activities, this excellent student remained on
the honor role with averages above 90%.
An avid volunteer, Stephanie has lent a helping hand and has
often taken a leadership role in many organizations including the
Celebrate Saskatchewan 2005 committee, BELL Walk for Kids, Jingle Bell
Run for Arthritis, Red Cross canvassing Blitz, Blood Donor Clinics and
many more.
This young woman is a shining example for her siblings, friends and peers. She believes in
living a healthy life, being active and staying away from negative influences.
Garry Gawryliuk, SRC Advisor and School Counselor at Yorkton
Regional High School said this of Stephanie, "As Mother Theresa said,
'Youth have the gift of giving' and as I reflect on that
statement, I know it is a true reflection of what Stephanie Ortynsky
represents. She gives of herself from the heart and her endless
volunteer work is of noble bearing. Her spirit and mind truly reflect
her efforts in the humanitarian field."
Her future plans include attending the University of
Saskatchewan to obtain a Bachelor of science degree with hopes of
becoming a dermatologist, optometrist or archaeologist. She has
goals of becoming a member of the professional Ukrainian dance group,
Yevshan
and to become a member of the University of Saskatchewan's Husky track
team.
This Junior citizen has what it takes to succeed. She is
mature, has a positive attitude, proven leadership skills, exceptional
organizational skills and the ability to work towards the impressive
goals she has set out for herself.
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