On Wednesday, November 02, 2011, MP Patrick Brown speaks to fellow members of parliament at the House of Commons in recognition of Operation Hero for helping young people realize their full potential through post-secondary education.
Patrick Brown- “I’d like to send special thanks to key organizers Honorary Colonel of CFB Borden Jamie Massie, Base Commander Louis Meloche, and Georgian College President Bryan Tamblyn”.
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Operation Hero, a campaign to fund Georgian College scholarships for members of military families, was launched in 2010 by a group of local business and community leaders wanting to give back to military families, and will give preference to families currently posted at CFB Borden.
Operation Hero provides members of Canadian military families with the opportunity to receive a scholarship to assist in the funding of their education at Georgian College. This scholarship will be endowed in perpetuity to support future generations.
This year Operation Hero named the first and second year scholarships in honour of Private Kevin McKay and Sapper Brian Collier.
Congratulations to the recipients for this year’s scholarship:
Amanda MacLeod and Stephanie Weatherbee
From the Left: Bob Kennedy, McKay Family, Amanda MacLeod, Valerie Knight, Col. Meloche, Sybil Goruk, HCol Peacock, David Zilstra, Stephanie Weatherbee, Collier Family, CPO1 Jean Denis
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Base Borden Run in support of Operation Hero will be at the Run & Event Expo on Sunday October 23rd 2011!
You have the opportunity to participate in a Half Marathon, 5K or 10K run/walk. The proceeds from this race benefits Operation Hero-an endowed scholarship to support Canadian military families. Sign up today!
There will be a number of different exhibits at the Expo which will be representing a range of Ontario races and events. So why should you attend- you have the opportunity to learn about fantastic running, cycling, triathlon and adventure racing events taking place across Ontario. When visiting the booths you will have the opportunity to meet the race directors, register on-site for races, and more!
This years Expo participating groups include: Running Room, The Chiropractic Clinic, Spartan Race, Energy Armor, Trek, Georgian College Alumni Association, Clif Bar, Meridian, and The Dock.
Come visit our booth to find out more about Operation Hero and the Base Borden Run!
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