A Thompsonite is being recognized tomorrow in the Nation’s Capital for his work in promoting the north.

Volker Beckmann has been named one of the recipients of the Senate 150 Medal.

He is being recognized for his work in promoting Thompson, including AuroraFest 150 and the Spirit Way campaign that took place in England over the summer.

Senator Patricia Bovey said that the time and energy Beckmann has successfully put into bringing the news of Thompson and the awareness of Thompson across the country is significant  

There are a total of 1500 Senate 150 Medals being handed out to Canadians, including 12 from Manitoba.