Local volunteer recognized

2018-06-26 Liz Draper 289 Views topstory

Rénald Ferland of Shawville received an award on June 4 in recognition of his volunteer hours as a driver for TransporAction for 14 years. Ferland has been a driver with the program since its inception, and routinely takes people to doctor's appointments and the Hospitals in Hull and Gatineau.

CALEB NICKERSON
SHAWVILLE June 27, 2018
A local driver has been recognized for his contributions to the community at large.
Rénald Ferland of Shawville received recognition from the Pontiac Organization of Seniors and Retirees and TransporAction at a gala on June 4 for his years of service.
“Since the beginning, exactly 14 years ago. I was the first driver for TransporAction,” he said. “I've always tried to help the retired people, taking them to the hospital and doctor's appointments.”
Ferland worked as a manager for the Bata Shoe Company in Aylmer but had a cottage along chemin Ragged Chute. After he retired in 2003, he and his wife moved to Shawville and found a different kind of work to occupy his time.

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