Betty Begg-Brooks, M.S.M.
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
Betty Begg-Brooks is the founder of Gifts from the Heart, a P.E.I. charity that collects food, clothing and household items to re-distribute to people in need. From its beginnings in her own home, the organization has expanded to a commercial location with a free delivery service. Her non-judgmental approach to giving people a leg up in tough times has made her ever-growing endeavour a cherished and indispensable part of her community.