PM receives President’s Award from the Canadian Council of Snowmobile Organizations

June 12, 2009

Prime Minister Stephen Harper received today the President’s Award from the Canadian Council of Snowmobile Organizations (CCSO).  The Prime Minister received this award, the highest honour granted by the association, for delivering on his commitment to expand Canada’s network of national trails.

“I am honoured to receive this award from an organization that recognizes the importance of conserving Canada’s natural heritage,” said the Prime Minister.  “Investing in Canada’s national trails helps create jobs today.  It also opens up new opportunities for tourism businesses and allows more Canadians to enjoy the Canadian countryside in a safe and responsible manner.”

The Prime Minister announced on March 6, 2009, as part of Canada’s Economic Action Plan, the expansion of Canada’s national trail system.

“On behalf of the thousands of volunteers who make up our trails community, we are pleased to recognize the Prime Minister’s exceptional leadership and support for recreational trails,” said CCSO President Kevin Sweetland, upon presenting the Prime Minister with the award.