Young Coaldale Woman Among Exceptional Students Awarded Queen’s Jubilee Medal
EDMONTON: Eight outstanding young Albertans have been presented the Queen Elizabeth II Golden Jubilee Citizenship Medal. Among those receiving the medal at a special ceremony in Edmonton on July 26th, was a young Coaldale woman who rose above personal challenges to give a voice to young people recovering from sexual abuse. Alison Lee has also been recognized with a Young Woman of Promise Award at the YWCA, Women of Distinction Awards.
Her Honour, the Honourable Lois Mitchell, lieutenant-governor of Alberta, presented the 2015 Queen’s Golden Jubilee Citizenship Medals at Government House which recognize the volunteerism and leadership of the recipients within their communities.
“These remarkable individuals provide powerful examples of active citizenship. They are inspiring leaders who are willing to share their abilities and compassion with others and they are also fearless when faced with obstacles along the path to creating positive change. I look forward to seeing where their vision and energy take them in the future.”
The Queen Elizabeth II Golden Jubilee Citizenship Medal and the Premier’s Citizenship Award were established in 2002 to mark the 50th anniversary of the accession to the throne of Queen Elizabeth II.