129 outstanding recipients from across Canada were recognized for their exceptional service and achievement in Emergency Management.
Williams Lake’s Dave Dickson was honoured for his contributions by the President of the King’s Privy Council for Canada and Minister of Emergency Preparedness the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan.
Dickson played a crucial role in various Emergency Support Services deployments, leading evacuations due to wildfires, flooding and landslides, including the the significant Cariboo wildfires in 2017.
He was recognized for his compassionate approach which is exemplified by his personal involvement in assisting evacuees, ensuring that even those beyond his jurisdiction receive essential support.
Dickson’s efforts extend beyond emergency response.
He has actively participated in community policing, Indigenous relations and the Situation table, helping vulnerable individuals secure housing and jobs.
This prestigious recognition is a partnership between Federal, Provincial, and Territorial governments and spans five categories:
Resilient Communities
Search and Rescue Volunteers
Search and Rescue Employees
Youth, and Outstanding Contributions to Emergency Management which Dave Dickson was recognized for.
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