• Awarded on: March 13, 2013

Olwyn Walter
Halifax, Nova Scotia

In 2006, while serving as the vice-chair of the board of directors of the Children's Bridge Foundation, Olwyn Walter heard the story of a nine-year-old boy from Vietnam who was suffering from a life-threatening facial tumour. Mrs. Walter opened her home to the boy so he could receive treatments in North America. Over the two-and-a-half years he stayed with her family, Mrs. Walter worked tirelessly to raise funds for his medical expenses, support his education, and accompany him during his 26 medical treatments. Now 16, and back in Vietnam, the boy is healthy and happy, thanks in great part to her efforts.