Governor General’s Volunteer Award
The Governor General’s Award was created in April 1996. This award honours persons who, most often behind the scenes, generously contribute their unpaid time and efforts so needed by a community. This work may be in the form of help or care given to a person, a family or group, or may be selfless dedication to a community or humanitarian cause.
The award is given by the Governor General during her travels or by a designated representative, such as the Lieutenant-Governor of the province.
For further information, consult the site of the Governor General 
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