REGINA - Saskatchewan's premier is teaming up with the province’s largest, most-huggable rodent to cheer on the Green Riders in the CFL’s West final this weekend.

Premier Scott Moe, with Saskatchewan Roughriders mascot Gainer the Gopher beside him, declared Friday to be Green and White Day in honour of the team's signature colours.

Moe and Gainer signed a certificate marking the occasion, raised a flag outside the legislature and clasped hands in a show of team spirit.

The Roughriders play against the B.C. Lions on Saturday with a chance to go to the Grey Cup on the line.

Moe says he is encouraging everyone to wear their green and white, and cheer for Saskatchewan's team.

He says the Roughriders, with the biggest CFL fan base, help make the league successful.

"It's been such an excit

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