• Awarded on: November 16, 2005

Mary Golden, Grande Prairie, Alberta
Governor General's Caring Canadian Award

Mary Golden is well known in Grande Prairie for her dedicated assistance towards community-based organizations over the past 15 years. She has participated in several fundraising events for the Canadian Cancer Society, including Relay For Life, the daffodil sales and the annual door-to-door canvassing. At the Salvation Army Family Services Centre, she prepares hampers for disadvantaged families, helps with the maintenance of the facilities, and compassionately anticipates and responds to the needs of the visitors. Mrs. Golden contributes to humanizing the hospital experience for children through the Kindergarten Tours program at Peace Country Health Queen Elizabeth II Hospital. With her radiant smile, she brightens everyone's day.