• Awarded on: December 12, 1996

Foster Vernon, Beamsville, Ontario
Governor General's Caring Canadian Award

A dedicated volunteer, Dr. Foster Vernon works tirelessly to promote the betterment of his community, particularly in the area of employment. He co-facilitates a job-finders support club and works to rebuild the clients' sense of self-worth when they are faced with a setback in their efforts to provide for the well-being of their families. He also tutors those who wish to improve their academic skills and counsels those in search of career counselling.