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Executive Council
February 2, 2010

Lieutenant Governor to Present Caring Canadian Award

On behalf of Her Excellency the Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean, Governor General of Canada, His Honour the Honourable John C. Crosbie, Lieutenant Governor of Newfoundland and Labrador, will present the Governor General's Caring Canadian Award to Fred Alteen, a resident of Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador. The ceremony will take place at City Hall, Corner Brook, at 3:15 p.m., tomorrow (Wednesday, February 3).

The award is presented to individuals whose unpaid, voluntary contributions provide extraordinary help or care to people in the community. Recipients usually have served over a number of years and normally have not been previously recognized by a national or provincial honour.

The Caring Canadian Award consists of a certificate and a lapel pin. The award symbol represents Canadians who selflessly give of their time and energy to others. The maple leaf symbolizes the people of Canada and their spirit. The heart depicts the openheartedness of volunteers and caregivers. The helping hand and heart support the maple leaf. The hand is outstretched to portray boundless generosity.

The citation for the recipient follows:

Fred L. Alteen, Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador
Governor General's Caring Canadian Award

Fred Alteen, a veteran of the Second World War, is a tireless advocate for veteran services in his hometown of Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador. During his 60 years as a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, he has served in many executive positions. In addition, Mr. Alteen is a life member of the Knights of Columbus and of the Kinsmen Club, and is a former board member of the Western Memorial Hospital Foundation. Mr. Alteen has worked tirelessly to the benefit of others.

Media wishing to cover the ceremony should arrive at City Hall by 2:45 p.m., on February 3.

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Media contact:

Yvonne Parsley
Events Manager
Government House
709-729-4494

Information on the award is available by contacting:

Annabelle Cloutier
Rideau Hall
Ottawa ON K1A 0A1
1-800-465-6890
613- 993-2569
www.gg.ca 

2010 02 02                                                      4:25 p.m.
 


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