Tuesday, July 6, 2010

Young people improve communities

The contributions that young people make to our society often go unrewarded. Children contribute many hours of volunteer hours through 4H, church and other organizations. Young people make a huge impact on the quality of a community. A girl from Bonnyville was one of 8 recipients recipients of Queen Elizabeth II Citizenship Medals, awarded on Monday at Government House by Lt.-Gov. Donald Ethell.

"Alexandra Wagner, Bonnyville -- part of her school's Young Adopters program, she raised money for projects for children in developing countries;"

Read more: http://www.edmontonjournal.com/news/Young+Albertans+make+difference/3239984/story.html#ixzz0sum2ZrAa

These are but a few examples of Albertan youth making a difference. I am sure everyone can think of many more local examples as well.

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