A Volunteer Recognition Committee has been established to support the awards nomination and selection processes. The Committee looks forward to showcasing all of the exceptional work our volunteers do throughout the year for our members. We will share their inspiring stories and creative ideas across the Association. Our volunteers will know what a difference they make and the impact their contributions have on our members, our branches, the Association, their communities, and Canadians.
The Committee consists of the following members:
Nomination Committee:
Léonard LeBlanc, Chair
Sharon Squire, National Director, Ottawa & Nunavut
Brian Strongman, Member
Leo O’Brien, President, Avalon-Burin Peninsula Branch
Richard Chevrier, Member
Michelle Langille, Advocacy Program Officer, Nova Scotia
Veronica Britton, Branch Services Coordinator, Eastern Ontario
Selection Committee:
Ted Young, Director, District of Ontario
Shawn McCord, Senior Consultant, Johnson Inc
Dr. Kiran Rabheru, Professor of Psychiatry and Geriatric Psychiatrist with the University of Ottawa, Senior Investigator with the Bruyere Health Research Institute, Chair of the Board for the International Longevity Centre, Chair of the Canadian Coalition Against Ageism
Muriel Howden, RTO, Director, People, Culture and Volunteer Engagement
National Office Staff:
Gail Curran, Volunteer Engagement Officer
Ysabel Anderson, Administrative Assistant
For additional information, please contact Gail Curran, Volunteer Engagement Officer, at (613)745-2559 extension 235 or gcurran@federalretirees.ca