Awarded on: 2006-05-25
Roland Babin, Caplan, Quebec
Governor General's Caring Canadian Award
There is no taxi service or public transportation available in the village of Caplan, Quebec. Whenever a person needs to get to a hospital, but is unable to drive because of illness, Roland Babin is there to help. For over 25 years, Mr. Babin has been driving ailing residents of Caplan to medical appointments or to the hospital and to communities outside the village. He often drives more than 100 km to accommodate his senior passengers. In addition, Mr. Babin has, for several years, participated in all fundraising activities of the Oeuvre des Terrains de Jeux, and devotes 20 to 30 hours each week working with youth and seniors. An active member of the Caplan Club de l'âge d'or, Mr. Babin continues to serve his community with vigour, energy and dedication.