SASKATCHEWAN POLYTECHNIC
Mitchell Holash K.C. awarded honorary degree from Sask Polytech

For more than two decades, Saskatchewan Polytechnic has recognized exceptional individuals whose achievements and service have made a lasting impact across the province. At its Prince Albert campus convocation, Sask Polytech awarded Mitchell Holash K.C., managing partner at Holash Wilcox McCullagh (the Novus Law Group), an honorary degree in applied studies.

Through his board and volunteer work, Holash has been recognized locally, provincially and nationally for his contributions to justice, culture, recreation, health care and education.  His twelve-year tenure as a nationally appointed member of the Oversight Committee provided impactful governance to the Indian Residential School Adjudication Secretariat that laid restorative groundwork for the critical social justice mandate of Indigenous reconciliation that continues across Canada.

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In addition to managing his independent law firm where he is recognized for his expertise in both municipal law and police service administration, Holash has served as City Solicitor for the City of Prince Albert since 2017.  

"For decades, Mitch has helped shape his community through vision, generosity and a commitment to building something better for future generations," says Dr. Larry Rosia, president and CEO of Sask Polytech. "From cultural spaces to recreational facilities, his leadership has helped transform Prince Albert into a stronger, more vibrant place to live. We were also fortunate to have Mitch serve as chair of the board for nearly eight years at Sask Polytech, truly the best ambassador we could have."

Holash has for over 40 years provided respected governance as a trustee and as a director to several foundations and public sector corporations, including as chairman of the Saskatchewan Transportation Company, as the HR committee chair for Sask Power, and as an executive member of the Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame. He also served as a cabinet member for Sask Polytech's $100 million Time to Rise campaign. 

Holash has received numerous honours, including the Lieutenant Governor Saskatchewan Volunteer Medal (2005), the Saskatchewan Centennial Medal, the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal (2023), and the King Charles III Coronation Medal (2025).  He has been a recipient of the Saskatchewan Municipal Planner's Association Community Development Award, has been named Prince Albert's Sportsman of the Year, and has been inducted into Prince Albert's Arts Hall of Fame.

Congratulations on your honorary degree Mitchell Holash. 

Honouring individuals for their distinguished achievements is a longstanding convocation tradition at Sask Polytech. Honorary degree recipients model the institution's vision and values. The contributions made by the members of this influential group help to empower a better Saskatchewan and inspire success in every learning journey.