Hoy/Scott Watershed Society president Robbin Whachell was recognized by a local member of parliament as a ‘Community Champion’ in September 2020.
"My annual award program, Community Champions recognizes the dedicated leaders and community volunteers in Coquitlam-Port Coquitlam who work hard to build and better our community,” said Ron McKinnon Member of Parliament for Coquitlam-Port Coquitlam. “There are so many unsung heroes in Coquitlam-Port Coquitlam that make a difference in our lives every day."
McKinnon’s presentation stated, “Robbin Whachell is the president of the Hoy/Scott Watershed Society and a passionate environmental steward I was fortunate to tour Hoy Creek at the beginning of the year and hear firsthand about the amazing work being down by Robbin and the team under her leadership.”
A Zoom party was held on Sept. 2 for McKinnon to congratulate his selection of 2020 Community Champions.
Robbin responded with, “I’d like to thank Ron McKinnon for this honour. I’m humbled and know that I stand with many other volunteers in my own organization, as well as other community groups or individuals who help make a difference where they live.”
Others named as McKiinnons community champions were Ann Pratt, Polly Krier, Barry Brizza, Deon Feng, Luca Hung, Ravinder Safaya, Jamie Haakons and Keisha Go, as well as Robert Buringi and Carli Travers.
Instead of gathering for a barbecue, dinner was provided to everyone via door delivery by Pantina Brewing & BBQ in Port Coquitlam.