William Russell Medland, Haliburton, Ontario
Governor General's Caring Canadian Award
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William Russell Medland's inspiring influence has made a difference in the lives of over 200 young people in his village. In 1994, he formed a juvenile marching band called the Haliburton Highlands Silver Flutes in an effort to create a constructive learning environment for young people. Thanks to his leadership and genuine concern for youth, many teenagers in Haliburton, some underprivileged or at-risk, have learned to play an instrument. They have benefited from the experience of participating in events such as Oktoberfest in Kitchener-Waterloo and the Toronto Santa Clause Parade. Under Mr. Medland's guidance, they have become ambassadors for the county and are celebrated within the province.