Joseph Raymond Johnson, Winnipeg, Manitoba
Governor General's Caring Canadian Award
Since 1984, "Ray" Johnson has served in many capacities in the Manitoba Division of the RCMP Veterans' Association, including as president. He visits sick or elderly veterans and their spouses who are in institutions or who are unable to go out by themselves, and he can be counted on to offer them transportation when needed. From 1974 to 1985, he volunteered at the Sturgeon Creek Community Centre, and continued helping out long after his own children were grown. For the last eight years, Mr. Johnson has also been a team leader and a canvasser with the Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal.