Dorothy Sarah Brandon, Victoria, British Columbia
Governor General's Caring Canadian Award
Throughout a long and active life, Dorothy Brandon has selflessly cared for people around her. Within her own family, she nursed several members through terminal illness. In the 1950s, she volunteered in an orphanage and a seniors' home, cutting residents' hair and helping wherever needed. Since 1970, she has engaged in fundraising to aid cancer patients through activities such as making and raffling dollhouses. Through her work with the Order of the Eastern Star and Rebekah Lodge, she raised money and set up a bursary for children with special needs. A faithful friend and church parishioner, she has found opportunities for generosity, helping those in difficulty and enriching the lives of many.