A North Battleford resident is one of 16 students across Canada to receive the Terry Fox Humanitarian Award.
Hailey Rose is a recipient of the award, valued at up to $28,000. Rose is a trauma survivor, and she overcame that through reaching out to those suffering. She has facilitated mental health workshops in her community, creating mental health care packages for youth and hosting the Hailey Rose Podcast to raise awareness on mental health and youth suicide, according to a news release.
Hailey has also shared her story through the WeMatter Campaign, the Assembly of First Nations and the Students Commissions of Canada.
“I overcame the pain I went through with humanitarian work,” says Hailey, who stated “There is something very powerful and healing about connecting and helping others.”
Hailey, who is an Indigenous Plains Cree woman, intends to pursue degrees in politics and law at the University of Saskatchewan.
The Terry Fox Humanitarian Award was established in 1982. According to their news release, the award recognizes young humanitarians who have demonstrated courage and determination through academics, athletics and civic life.
“This is a remarkable group of young leaders who are making a difference in their schools and communities through their commitment to humanitarian and voluntary community contributions,” said John Kearsey, chairperson of the Terry Fox Humanitarian Award.
“In receiving the Terry Fox Humanitarian Award, these individuals are being recognized for living the qualities of the award namesake, Terry Fox, known the world over for his extraordinary sense of purpose and the ideals of courage, determination and altruism. We are thrilled to help contribute to their further growth and look forward to watching as their careers flourish.”
For a full list of recipients, go to www.terryfoxawards.ca.
