- Awarded on: November 14, 1997
Lorne S. Williams, Belleville, Ontario
Governor General's Caring Canadian Award
Lorne Williams is a dedicated volunteer who has been active in community service in the Belleville area for many years. He has lent his enthusiasm, energy and experience to local, municipal and provincial organizations promoting recreation and leisure activities, programs and events for seniors. Since 1975, he has been involved with the Ontario Senior Games Association, as a committee member and Treasurer, helping in the establishment and operation of this program that encourages Ontario seniors to lead more active lives.