Jim Chapman received a Canada 150 Citizenship Award last Monday at the Aurora Cultural Centre. Mr. Chapman has dedicated over 40 years of his life to volunteering his time and abilities to many organizations that make our community great.

Among many of his volunteering activities, some highlights include volunteering with clerical support at the Canadian Mental Health Association in York Region, Epilepsy York Region, and Canadian Red Cross, his committee work at the North York YMCA, delivering meals to seniors for meals on Wheels at the Don Mills Seniors Foundation and helping out in the Don Valley Jr. High School’s library for 10 years. He is also a regular volunteer in MP Alleslev’s office and helps us put together special Certificates to congratulate those in the riding who have just received their Canadian Citizenship. Throughout his many volunteer experiences, Jim has received several awards from some of these organizations for his commitment to outstanding volunteer service. Jim is always demonstrating his willingness to help others, and has exemplified outstanding dedication to help our local organizations continue to help others.