In an unusual twist for top Toastmaster Karim Premji, he stood silent on stage while Councillor Godwin Chan waxed eloquent at the mic on his two-decade contribution to the international public speaking organization and our town.
He has delivered more than 100 speeches and lead dozens of workshops to help others conquer their fears of public speaking. He also volunteers through the Ismaili Muslim community and an after-school program, already having earned a provincial volunteer award.
These are the people who literally make our neighbourhoods better places. Feeling you should emulate them? Give a little of yourself and your expertise to make Richmond Hill a richer place?
via YorkRegion Article: Spotlight shines on deserving volunteers.