A Squamish resident is being recognized for her contribution to the community by the British Columbia Achievement Foundation.
Margo Dent, a founder of Safe ’n’ Sound Squamish, is listed as one of the recipients of the BC Community Achievement Awards.
“With genuine care and compassion, Margo has spent 30 years serving as a special care foster parent, creating a safe and loving home environment for children with developmental delays, physical challenges, medical complications and emotional trauma,” the foundation said in a news release.
That sentiment was echoed by B.C.’s premier.
“The dedication and generosity of British Columbians like these make our communities great places to live,” said Premier John Horgan in the release. “Thanks to the 2018 recipients for helping build a better British Columbia for us all.”
Safe ‘n’ Sound Squamish provides resources for the Sea to Sky’s LGBTQ community.
The society was formed in November 2014 to provide groups, social events, and support services for LGBTQ individuals.
Launched in 2003, the BC Community Achievement Awards were the first initiative of the achievement foundation, followed by the BC Creative Achievement Award for Applied Art and Design, BC’s National Award for Canadian Non-Fiction, the BC Creative Achievement Award for First Nations Art, and the BC Indigenous Business Awards.
