BIOGRAPHIES OF PREMIER’S VOLUNTEER SERVICE AWARD RECIPIENTS

Individual

Sangeetha Nair

In recognition of her continuous dedication to ending bullying and empowering children through her nationwide prevention school tour, Hateless.

Richard (Dick) E. Walker

In recognition of over 33 years of volunteerism in Swan River as a long-time member of the Rotary Club of Canada and the Swan River Valley Agricultural Society, and for founding the Ducks Unlimited Canada Swan River fundraising banquet.

Bernice Enstrom

In recognition of her generosity and life-long commitment to the St. Phillip’s Anglican Church and the Women’s Institute in Stonewall by taking on several roles over the past seven decades including treasurer, publicist, director, president and regional president.

K. Barrie Burnett

In recognition of his efforts and commitments to advancing the social, environmental and economic well-being of his community by continually going above and beyond and volunteering for several organizations including the Eastern Manitoba Concert Association, the Friends of Old Pinawa, Pinawa Rowing Club and many more.

Oswald Sawh

In recognition of his demonstrated commitment and dedication to the Thompson community by acting as a leader in several projects including Men Are Part of the Solution (MAPS), the Thompson Humane Society and implementing a non-medical detox service in his community.

Youth

Devon and Jeremy Liscum

In recognition of their dedication to educating their classmates and community about social justice and bettering the lives of students in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico,for over seven years, by providing them with school supplies and funding necessary to help children succeed.

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Rebecca Trudeau

In recognition of her dedication to making a difference in the community by raising over 500 pounds of food for Winnipeg Harvest, 20 bags full of winter clothing for Siloam Mission and fundraising for local non-profit organizations such as St. Amant Centre, Canadian Blood Services and the North End Community Renewal Corporation.

Community

Churchill Ladies Club

In recognition of their dedication to making a greater difference in the Churchill community by

fundraising and gaining project support as well as outreach to further causes such as the community food banks, Grandmothers in Africa, Call of the Poor and Doctors without Borders.

Ten Thousand Villages –Volunteer Team

In recognition of their time and dedication put towards ensuring the volunteer-run, non-profit store continues to operate by brainstorming various promotions and sale events, and running a store that creates employment and opportunities for artisans and farmers in developing countries.

Woodlands Community Hall

In recognition of one century of community service and their volunteer’s hard work and efforts in maintaining the history of the Woodlands Community Hall which has hosted many community and family events including weddings, bridal showers, baby showers and graduations.