• Awarded on: October 1, 2008

Fred L. Alteen, Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador
Governor General's Caring Canadian Award

Fred Alteen, a veteran of the Second World War, is a tireless advocate for veteran services in his hometown of Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador. During his 60 years as a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, he has served in many executive positions. In addition, Mr. Alteen is a life member of the Knights of Columbus and of the Kinsmen Club, and is a former board member of the Western Memorial Hospital Foundation. Mr. Alteen has worked tirelessly to the benefit of others.