Official portrait of former Lt. Gov. Russell Mirasty unveiled in Regina

“That was intentional,” he explained. “I wanted to have something in the portrait that reflected who we were, Donna and I, and so I didn’t want it to be complicated. I thought it was ideal because those are the moccasins I wore when I was officially installed. They are made by a friend of ours from Grandmother’s Bay.”

The portrait was completed by Saskatchewan artist Juan Martinez, displaying Mirasty at Government House in Regina.

Mirasty, who was born and raised in La Ronge and is a member of the Lac La Ronge Indian Band, was appointed Saskatchewan’s 23rd lieutenant governor in 2019 and served in the role until January 31, 2025.

“From his career with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police to his time as lieutenant governor, as well as his many other contributions to public service, Russ Mirasty has served the Province of Saskatchewan with distinction,” Premier Scott Moe is quoted as saying in a media release.

“A strong advocate for education, Russ Mirasty helped foster new and enriching opportunities for youth across this province and we are grateful for his leadership and many contributions.”

Among his contributions as lieutenant governor, Mirasty participated in hundreds of events across the province, led the creation of the Saskatchewan Residential School Memorial in Regina, and presented the Lieutenant Governor’s Scholarship and Indigenous Scholarship for graduate and post-graduate students.

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derek.cornet@pattisonmedia.com

by Derek Cornet

Official portrait of former Lt. Gov. Russell Mirasty unveiled in Regina

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