City of Powell River councillor Russell Brewer has been awarded le Cornouiller D’or, or golden dogwood, for his commitment to Francophone affairs in the region.
Awarded each year for the past 14 years by BC Francophone Federation to a federal, provincial or municipal public servant in recognition of distinguished service in the area of Francophone affairs, the awards were given out during Francophone Day celebrations in Vancouver on Friday, March 18.
“It came as quite a surprise,” said Brewer. “It is definitely an honour to be awarded this.”
Brewer has been president and treasurer of Club Bon Accueil in the past and sat on the parent advisory committee for the École Côte-du-Soleil for many years.
Powell River’s French club and community centre is celebrating its 50th anniversary next year.
Those awarded must have contributed to the development and support of the Francophone community in their respective city, including services and initiatives in French.
