Long-time host of Telemiracle Bob McGrath has been honoured by the City of Saskatoon.

March 8, 2015 will be Bob McGrath Day. City council approved the proclamation at a meeting Monday night.

“Every year, Kinsmen and Kinettes try to find a way to recognize Bob McGrath for his continued commitment to Telemiracle and Saskatchewan,” said Jody Diakow, the public relations chair for Telemiracle 39. “Bob McGrath Day is another way we can say thank you to Bob."

McGrath is known for his role as Bob from Sesame Street. He has been a part of Telemiracle since the very first show in 1977, missing only one telethon because of a scheduling conflict.

City council also proclaimed March 2- 8, 2015 as Telemiracle week.