P.E.I. activists receive awards at Council of Canadians meeting in Charlottetown

Mary Boyd and Leo Broderick, two Prince Edward Island residents were recognized for their exceptional contributions to social justice at the Council of Canadians 21st annual general meeting held in Charlottetown from October 27 to 29, 2006.

In recognition of her consistent leadership and commitment to human rights issues at the local, regional, national and international levels, Mary Boyd was given the Activist of the Year Award.

From the Martin King March from Selma to Montgomery Alabama to the World Water Forum in Mexico city in 2006, Mary has played a key role in promoting justice around the world. She is currently the Chair of the P.E.I. Health Coalition, the Secretary on the P.E.I. KAIROS Anti-Poverty Committee and Treasurer of the Diocesan Council.

In recognition and deep gratitude for his outstanding contribution to The Council of Canadians as a Board member, Vice-Chair and committed activist, Leo Broderick received the Ken Wardroper Founder’s Award, following in the footsteps of world-renowned social justice advocate Maude Barlow, who received the award last year.

A well-known community and peace activist, Leo Broderick is a retired school teacher, former President of the PEI Teachers’ Federation and the former Vice-President of the Canadian Teachers’ Federation. As Vice-Chair of the Council of Canadians he has worked tirelessly to promote public health care, fight against water privatization and push for progressive policies in trade and other areas.

The Council of Canadians is Canada’s leading citizens’ advocacy group with members and chapters across the country.

Photo caption: Leo Broderick (left) receives award from Council of Canadians Chairperson Maude Barlow (right)

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Dylan Penner, Media Officer, Council of Canadians: (613) 233-4487, ext. 249; 1-800-387-7177, ext. 249; .