The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos will celebrate Canadians who make a difference in people's lives and in their communities during the Canada's Volunteer Awards ceremony

Media Advisory

The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, will celebrate Canadians who make a difference in people’s lives and in their communities during the Canada’s Volunteer Awards ceremony. 

Minister Duclos will be joined by members of the Thérèse Casgrain family to present a Canadian with the Thérèse Casgrain Lifetime Achievement Award, which recognizes an individual who has demonstrated significant dedication to making a difference and showing leadership over the course of their life. 

Minister Duclos and recipients will be available for a photo opportunity and to answer questions from the media following the ceremony.

Please note that all details are subject to change. All times are local.

DATE:     Thursday, June 9, 2016

TIME:      10:00 a.m.

PLACE:    John G. Diefenbaker Building
               Confederation Room
               111 Sussex Drive 
               Ottawa, Ontario

NOTE: All media representatives must confirm their attendance. Upon arrival, representatives will have to register and will be escorted to the room where the ceremony will be held.

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Media Relations Office
Employment and Social Development Canada
819-994-5559
media@hrsdc-rhdcc.gc.ca
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