MEDIA RELEASE For Immediate Release
Date:  May 1, 2007

PICKERING RESIDENT RECEIVES
THE GOVERNOR GENERAL'S CARING CANADIAN AWARD

On behalf of Her Excellency the Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean, Governor General of Canada, His Worship David Ryan, Mayor, City of Pickering presented the Governor General's Caring Canadian Award, to Alfred (Scotty) Ramage of Pickering on Monday, April 30, 2007 in the Council Chambers of the Pickering Civic Complex.

The Caring Canadian Award consists of a certificate and lapel pin; and is presented to individuals whose unpaid voluntary contributions provide extraordinary help or care to people in the community. The award symbol represents Canadians who selflessly give their time and energy to others. The maple leaf symbolizes the people of Canada and their spirit. The heart depicts the openheartedness of volunteers and caregivers. The helping hand and heart support the maple leaf. The hand is outstretched to portray boundless generosity.

Alfred Ramage, better known in the Pickering community as "Scotty", has spent his life helping people of all ages. Scotty Ramage can always be relied on for help, especially in unfortunate circumstances and emergency situations. As a member of the St. John Ambulance Brigade for 35 years, he excels in providing first aid at local arenas and community functions.

In addition, Mr. Ramage has also volunteered with the Salvation Army, the Royal Canadian Legion and a local nursery school. His devotion towards youth motivated him to coach hockey for 40 years and to help establish a drop-in centre in South Pickering. "No one embodies Pickering's renowned community spirit more than Scotty," said Mayor Ryan. "I congratulate him on receiving this most prestigious award and thank him for his many years of selfless service to Pickering and its residents."

For more information on the Governor General's Caring Canadian Award, please contact Lucie Brosseau, Rideau Hall, at 1.800.465.6890.

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