Cyndi McLeod, CEO of GUS Canada, attends BC Annual Community Award Ceremony
On Wednesday 8 May, Cyndi McLeod, CEO of GUS Canada, attended the 21st BC Annual Community Award ceremony, a momentous event held at the Government House in Victoria, hosted by the BC Achievement Foundation, a platform that reveres individuals for their substantial contributions to their communities.
Cyndi McLeod attended as an honoured guest, celebrating the achievements of 2024 BC Community Award recipient Troy MacBeth Abromaitis, Senior Development Manager at Musqueam Capital Corporation, who also serves as an Indigenous Advisor to University Canada West.
The recipients were recognised in a formal presentation held in the presence of the Honourable Janet Austin, OBC, Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia. Cyndi McLeod was honoured to celebrate the winners whose collective advancements have had a profound impact on their communities. These include developing sustainable civil infrastructure, spearheading policy changes relating to sustainability and social justice and expanding mental health services and training opportunities.
GUS Canada would like to extend a special congratulations to Troy, who has worked for two decades in community development and sustainable growth. He is dedicated to advancing multi-family housing solutions, including student housing solutions, in the BC region.
Cyndi McLeod said: “Troy exemplifies the spirit of community dedication and innovative leadership that we cherish at GUS Canada. As an Indigenous advisor to GUS Canada, Troy brings invaluable insights and a steadfast commitment to fostering inclusive and sustainable communities. We are incredibly proud to celebrate his achievements at the 2024 BC Community Award Ceremony and look forward to his continued contributions to our mission.”
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