• Awarded on: December 10, 2007

Ann Gwyn Roberts, North Vancouver, British Columbia
Governor General's Caring Canadian Award

A woman of many diverse interests, Ann Roberts has devoted more than 25 years to assisting seniors and at-risk youth in the North Shore region of Vancouver. She has addressed community concerns about women and youth in crisis as a member of the regional youth justice committee and is committed to finding solutions to homelessness. She is a strong advocate for affordable housing for low-income families and has represented seniors on matters of housing and safety. Mrs. Roberts has also dedicated 25 years to the Vancouver Welsh Society, serving in various key executive positions and helping to organize Welsh language events and religious services.