MONTREAL, Canada – His Excellency V. Alfred Gray, Bahamas High Commissioner to Canada, attended the Montreal Community Cares Foundation Awards Gala and Fundraiser on Friday, November 18, 2022, at the Omni Hotel Mont-Royal in downtown Montreal.
Also attending the event, honoring local Montreal unsung heroes, were His Excellency Dr. Dexter Johnson, Bahamas Ambassador to the Federative Republic of Brazil, and Dr. Anita Brown Johnson.
On its website, the Montreal Community Cares Foundation (MCCF) declares: “Whereas school lays the foundation for a child’s future function, Montreal Community Cares Foundation (MCCF) offers those having difficulty finding their way a companion space to belong, engage and succeed.
“Because the next generation holds the key to Montreal’s future, Montreal Community Cares Foundation aims to empower youth by developing their leadership skills through programs, workshops and events, and by building bridges between communities.
“Since our founding in 2012, we’ve helped more than 625 youth adopt behaviour that favours confidence, discipline and social responsibility. In fact, programs like Red Rush Basketball Leadership, MTL Goal and Life Coaching for Teens teach participants emotional intelligence, teamwork and community service.”
The website adds: “MCCF also helps families. Montreal Community Cares & Shares celebrates the holiday season with a festive family dinner featuring singing, dancing, storytelling and gift giving. Through our seven years of toy drives, we’ve gifted over 9,750 toys at 35 local schools and community centres.
“Since 2011, the Montreal Community Cares Foundation Awards Gala has rallied the business, political and not-for-profit sectors along with the media and other Montrealers to pay tribute to ordinary citizens who make an extraordinary difference in our city. In addition to showcasing young local talent in the performing arts, this unique event celebrates outstanding contribution and active community engagement.”
