| Saskatchewan Order of Merit | |
|---|---|
Awarded by the lieutenant governor of Saskatchewan | |
| Type | Provincial order |
| Established | 1985 |
| Motto | Multis e gentibus vires ("From many people, strength") |
| Eligibility | Any current or former long-term Canadian citizen resident of Saskatchewan. |
| Awarded for | Excellence, achievement, and contributions to the social, cultural and economic well-being of the province and its residents. |
| Status | Currently constituted |
| Founder | Frederick Johnson representing Elizabeth II |
| Chancellor | Russell Mirasty |
| Grades | Member |
| Post-nominals | SOM |
| Precedence | |
| Next (higher) | National Order of Quebec |
| Next (lower) | Order of Ontario |
 1985–2005  2005–present Ribbons of the Saskatchewan Order of Merit | |
The Saskatchewan Order of Merit (French: Ordre du Mérite de la Saskatchewan) is a civilian honour for merit in the Canadian province of Saskatchewan. Instituted in 1985 by Lieutenant Governor Frederick Johnson,[1] on the advice of the Cabinet under Premier Grant Devine, the order is administered by the Governor-in-Council and is intended to honour current or former Saskatchewan residents for conspicuous achievements in any field,[2] being thus described in law as the highest honour amongst all others conferred by the Saskatchewan Crown.[3]
- ^ Marsh, James H. (ed.). "Culture > Awards > Saskatchewan Order of Merit". The Canadian Encyclopedia. Toronto: Historica Foundation of Canada. Retrieved 16 August 2009.
- ^ Elizabeth II (29 June 1988). "The Provincial Emblems and Honours Act" (PDF). III.15. Regina: Queen's Printer for Saskatchewan. Retrieved 21 May 2009.
- ^ Elizabeth II 1988, 17