1982

The Lieutenant Governor of Manitoba, the Hon. Peral McGonigal, presents the letter from Buckingham Palace announcing the Queen's Patronage to SJR. Her Honour announced the singular distinction at a special assembly on November 30th, 1982. In her speech, Her Honour explained how the Queen;s patronage gives encouragement to institutions and associations whose work and service deserve recognition within the community. She lauded the School's reputation for producing fine students, including 16 Rhodes scholars.