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Rideau Hall, Ottawa, Canada 



His Excellency presents the Caring Canadian Award to Sonja Bejzyk.



His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, presented the Governor General�s Caring Canadian Award to 28 volunteers from across the country and various sectors on Tuesday, April 17, 2012, during a ceremony at Rideau Hall. On this occasion, remarks will be delivered by Mrs. Diana Fowler LeBlanc, spouse of the late Right Honourable Rom�o LeBlanc, former governor general and creator of the award.



This event is part of His Excellency�s program to highlight National Volunteer Week, from April 15 to 21, 2012. It will be the first Caring Canadian Award presentation ceremony presided over by the Governor General since his installation.



�These volunteers are examples of everything that is right and good about our country,� said His Excellency. �Selfless, generous and compassionate, their quiet contributions lie at the heart of our communities. They have been the unsung heroes of our nation�the Caring Canadian Award gives us a chance to thank them for their contributions and for the positive impact they have on the lives of their fellow citizens.�



About the Caring Canadian Award



Created in 1995, the Governor General�s Caring Canadian Award recognizes living Canadians and permanent residents who have made a significant, sustained, unpaid contribution to their community, in Canada or abroad. Often working behind the scenes, these individuals volunteer their time and efforts to help their fellow citizens. The award also brings to light the example set by volunteers, whose compassion and engagement are a part of our Canadian character.



Credit: Sgt Ronald Duchesne, Rideau Hall, OSGG

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