Former Saskatchewan lieutenant governor Sylvia Fedoruk died yesterday at age 85.
Born in Canora, Sask., in 1927, Fedoruk was a physicist who worked on the cutting edge of cancer treatment through radiation. She was involved in the development of the world’s first cobalt 60 therapy machine.
Along with a distinguished academic career, she was also an excellent athlete and was a member of several sports halls of fame, including the Canadian Curling Hall of Fame.
Fedoruk was named lieutenant governor in September 1988 and served until 1994.
“Sylvia Fedoruk was the embodiment of Saskatchewan innovation and spirit and an inspiration to all she met,” said premier Brad Wall in a statement.
