Two North Shore residents have been recognized by the Governor General for their volunteer work.
Shala Chandani and ZoAnn Morten, both of North Vancouver, have received the Governor General's Caring Canadian Award, which recognizes living Canadians and permanent residents who have made a significant, sustained, unpaid contribution to their community - in Canada or abroad.
For 20 years, Chandani has helped new immigrants integrate into Canadian society. She volunteers within the Ismaili community and the community at large. Recently, she was appointed to the National Ismaili Council, where she now coordinates the work of volunteers across Canada.
Morten is executive director of the Pacific Streamkeepers Federation. She is dedicated to incorporating stream protection into new policy and projects throughout B.C. She is also a founding volunteer member of the North Shore Streamkeepers and Morten Creek Salmon Enhancement Project. Morten has trained many other volunteer stewards to protect habitat and wildlife.
On behalf of Gov. Gen. David Johnston, Lt. Gov. Judith Guichon presented the awards to 24 volunteers on Jan. 24 at Government House in Victoria.
If you know someone who deserves this award, complete a nomination form at gg.ca/caring.
