150 Mile House rancher Duncan Barnett was among the recipients of the Governor General of Canada's 2016 Caring Canadian Awards during a ceremony in Vancouver Friday.
“For over 15 years, Duncan Barnett has worked to protect British Columbia’s agricultural lands and environment, and still plays an active role in invasive species management, helping make B.C. a leader in that field,” said Gail Wallin, executive director of the Invasive Species Council of B.C. (ISCBC) as she congratulated Barnett on the award.
“Duncan helped develop the first Invasive Plant Strategy for B.C. starting in 2002, then chaired the newly formed Invasive Species Council of British Columbia in 2004.
For almost two decades, his volunteer contributions have changed the approach and thinking on invasive species management within B.C. and beyond, and this recognition by the Governor General's Award is well deserved.”
Barnett was the longest serving chair of the Invasive Species Council of B.C., and helped shape and guide the council to become a strong, respected organization.
He is also an active volunteer in the Cariboo, where he has been a leader for local, regional and provincial cattlemen's associations and 4-H and remains committed to healthy agriculture lands.
The awards were presented by the Governor General on behalf of all Canadians to share inspiring stories, celebrate tremendous contributions to our society and connect with Canadians.
The award also recognizes those who have made a significant, sustained, unpaid contribution to their community.