Sunday, April 5, 2009

Inspiring Lives Award

Carol Tooton, executive director of the Canadian Mental Health Association, Nova Scotia Division, has nominated me for an Inspiring Lives Award. The awards are presented by the Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia at a luncheon on May 6, 2009. I understand that 17 people have been nominated.

The Awards are presented to a Nova Scotia who has:

i) overcome the challenge of living with a mental illness;

ii) shown perseverance in taking control of his / her life;

iii) created greater understanding of mental illness and reduced the stigma;

iv) inspired and supported others; and

v) contributed positively to his / her community.