Jeffery Owen Eggleton, Fort Erie, Ontario
Governor General's Caring Canadian Award
Jeffrey Eggleton is a devoted volunteer. For 12 years he has been delivering meals for the Fort Erie Meals On Wheels organization. Twenty years ago, he joined the Lions Club of Fort Erie and has been involved in many areas within the organization. He works every month at the seniors' luncheon, helps run the organization's bingos and collects eyeglasses for Operation Eyesight. Mr. Eggleton is also Chairman of the Lions Club Health and Welfare committee. In addition, he has been a member of the Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary (CCGA) for more than 20 years and is highly regarded as a Boating Safety Specialist, voluntarily participating in boat courtesy safety checks and giving courses on safe boating practices.