Stephen McPhee was recognized for his positive impact on the community through Stephen's Backpacks Society on December 8 when he received the Sovereign Medal of Volunteering.

McPhee traveled to Edmonton to receive the award from Governor General David Johnston, while Stephen's Backpacks Executive Director and proud mother Nancy McPhee looked on.

"He knocked it out of the park, I was very, very proud of him. It was such a memorable day." said Nancy McPhee.

Stephen's Backpacks collects backpacks filled with gifts and essentials to distribute to children in need.

 

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