Canada border officers seize $38.5 million of cocaine
MacDonald honoured among 2023 Women of Excellence
June 9, 2023
Brooke-Alvinston’s Terry MacDonald was one of five Women of Excellence honoured June 8 by the Sarnia Community Foundation. She was recognized for her volunteerism and dedication to helping others in her community.
“Terry is a fundraiser, secretary and organizer. She does what no one else will do,” her nomination said.
She is credited for creating a monthly calendar of events for Brooke-Alvinston distributed to more than 2,500 households.
The 2023 Sarnia Community Foundation Women of Excellence are, from left: Michelle Holbrook, Deanna Sandrin, Madhu Baker, Terry MacDonald and Kathy Bresett.
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