• Awarded on: April 24, 1997

Truska Gorrell, Whitehorse, Yukon Territory
Governor General's Caring Canadian Award

Voluntarism is a way of life for Truska Gorrell. She consistently devotes hours of her day to help and support people in need. Throughout the years, she has volunteered with many community organizations such as the Hospice Yukon Society, the Line of Life Association, Victim Services and Yukon Learn. Her caring and compassion have contributed to the well-being of many individuals and groups, including youth, people with illnesses, senior citizens, accident victims, people in correctional facilities, and people facing bereavement.