Two local historians have been awarded the Lieutenant Governors' Historical Preservation Award.
The Manitoba Historical Society receives award nominations from the public and recommends up to three people to receive awards each year. This year's recipients are Jo Bunka from Winnipegosis, Ed Stozek from Dauphin, and Elva Simundsson from Gimli.
Ed Stozek spent 33 years teaching in Dauphin at Smith Jackson, Barker Elementary, and the DRCSS. Although he retired as a teacher 15 years ago, Ed has remained extremely busy, publishing three books and submitting nearly 400 columns to local newspapers called "A Slice of the Parkland"
I've found out that many ordinary people live extraordinary lives and I have had the opportunity to share some amazing stories and experiences
Jo Bunka is the President of the Winnipegosis Historical Society, and she's been involved with the society since it was started in 1985. She says that preserving the history of the area has always been one of her passions.
I was absolutely humbled. I personally do not deserve this award. It truly belongs to the whole Winnipegosis historical society.
Both Jo and Ed had the opportunity to meet with the Lieutenant Governor while receiving their awards earlier this week.
Jo Burka receiving her award
