excerpts — OTTAWA— The Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean, Governor General of Canada, is pleased to announce the official launching of the second edition of the Order of Canada Mentorship Program, on November 5, 2009, at Rideau Hall. She will host an event to introduce 25 young participants to their respective mentors. Together, they will take part in a round table discussion on important current issues. This discussion will be open to the media.
Salina Dharamsi, Age: 18
Vancouver, British Columbia
Though only 18 years old, Salina Dharamsi has organized various events to assist young people, both in her community and internationally. She has contributed her time and talent to numerous causes, and her passion and dedication have been recognized with numerous awards.
Rehana Rajabali, Age: 24
Calgary, Alberta
Rehana Rajabali is an engineer who has a passion for the arts. She has taught dance to young people whose families have recently immigrated to Canada and is a poet and writer who has lent her skills in support of charitable events.
http://www.gg.ca/document.aspx?id=13348
http://www.citizenvoices.gg.ca/en/themes/mentorship/participants2009
Heartiest Congratulations!
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