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By Ben Tompkins

Humboldt Broncos Memorial Committee

Humboldt Broncos roadside memorial one step closer

Dec 17, 2022 | 12:00 PM

The Humboldt Broncos Memorials Committee (HBMC) could begin construction on their roadside memorial, as early as next spring.

The HBMC took one step closer, after receiving a couple of large donations.

Recently a substantial pledge from a nationally recognized corporation was confirmed, as well as $160,000 from an anonymous national organization.

“We are so grateful for these supporters and their generous gifts. Success in achieving our vision for the Tribute Centre and the Roadside Memorial will come from supporters like these, as well as from all levels of Government, the corporate sector and philanthropists,” said Ed Tobin, father to Parker Tobin and a member of the Memorials Committee.

“Although we have a ways to go, it is clear that there is a desire to see the plans for the memorials come to fruition and it seems we are picking up momentum.”

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DCG Philanthropic and volunteer committees have helped the HMBC, by working with both potential and committed donors.

Meanwhile, discussions are also currently underway with the Ministry of Highways, SaskPower and the RM of Connaught, regarding the reconstruction of the site to allow for a permanent memorial.

The HBMC anticipates that all discussions will be complete by spring 2023, and once all regulatory approvals are received, the first phase can move forward.

“It’s very good news,” city manager Joe Day, told northeastNOW. “We actually think we’re going to be able to have a little bit closer concept design and actually maybe start moving some dirt there in the spring.”

The first phase would include removing vegetation to open up a parking lot and walking path, constructing a ditch along Highway 335, along with some re-grading to the property.

Preliminary conceptual plans are currently being designed by an engineering company that has offered its services to the initiative.

As far as the Tribute Centre is concerned, Day explained “there’s still a ways to go”, as funds still need to be raised.

The goal with that one is to tell the inspirational stories of everything that occurred following the crash, along with all the support from across the country, and how there are so many good lessons that can be learned from it.

He also said the city envisions a gallery display space, as well as a secondary ice surface for the community.

“The potential of a new home for the Humboldt Broncos is very exciting when looking at the future of our hockey club,” added Andre Kruger, President of the Humboldt Broncos. “This would attract many passionate and enthusiastic athletes who would have top-notch training programs available to them and the support to achieve their goals.”

The Humboldt Broncos Memorials Committee is comprised of representatives of the 2017-2018 Humboldt Broncos Families, Humboldt Broncos Board members, the Humboldt Public Art committee, and the City Council.

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