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Fo Guang Shan Temple of Toronto
May 27, 2024
Eight dedicated volunteers from the Fo Guang Shan Temple of Toronto were honoured at the 2024 Ontario Volunteer Service Awards ceremony, held at the Mississauga Convention Centre. The ceremony, which took place on the evening of May 9th, saw Ontario MPP Rudy Cuzzetto and Mark Pelayo, Director of the Ministry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism, personally recognizing each volunteer with badges and certificates for their outstanding commitment and dedication.
The 2024 Ontario Volunteer Service Awards recognized a total of 6,650 volunteers from 1,450 organizations, including 642 youth under the age of 25, across 46 sessions from April to July. Premier Doug Ford conveyed his heartfelt appreciation to all volunteers through a video message, acknowledging their invaluable contributions to improving the quality of life in Ontario.
The honoured Fo Guang Shan volunteers attended the ceremony with their friends and family, dressed in formal attire. Venerable Ruzhong, the Superintendent of Fo Guang Shan Temple of Toronto, represented the temple and expressed gratitude for their longstanding dedication and support. The eight honoured volunteers, Wai Ming Wong, 30 years with the altar team; Christina Ng, 25 years with the chanting team and Water Drop Teahouse; May Yuan, 25 years with the flower arranging team; Kam Wan Li, 20 years at the Fo Guang Bookstore; Lily Pang, 20 years with the Fo Guang Dragon and Lion Dance Troupe; Jimmy Chan, 5 years with the general affairs team; Kiana Yue, active in the Fo Guang Dragon and Lion Dance Troupe and Fo Guang Scouts since childhood; and Angel Hsieh, youth volunteer leading Buddha’s Light English Children's Dharma Class. In sharing their perspectives, all eight volunteers reiterated the selfless and voluntary nature of volunteering, highlighting their individual dedication and deep gratitude for the chance to make a positive difference in their community.
These volunteers exemplify the Venerable Master Hsing Yun’s spirit of giving and dedication that enhances community life, embodying the values of Fo Guang Shan Temple of Toronto.
