JIM BURNETT

Jim Burnett’s impressive 40-year career at Sask Sport resulted in a life-long passion for the development of amateur sport organizations. His involvement with the Saskatchewan Games began in 1972 at the first-ever Games in Moose Jaw where he helped primarily with District team selection and preparation, followed by a support role in 1974, and serving as Chef de Mission in 1976. Fast forward to 1982, Jim’s strong dedication and commitment to the games led him to become Sask Sport’s General Manager – a position he held for 35 years until retiring in 2018. Describing his career experience as “a unique and distinct privilege,” he values the immense impact that the Sask Games has on supporting the development of coaches, officials, athletes and communities, contributing to improved physical wellbeing and volunteer participation of Saskatchewan residents.