Charlie Grahn is one of 50 MADD volunteers to be awarded the prestigious honour.
Now, the Burnaby resident is being recognized for his volunteer efforts.
Grahn, a college professor and retired navy veteran, is a new recipient of the King's Coronation Medal, named for King Charles III's coronation in May 2023. The hardware honours Canadians' outstanding achievements and contributions to their communities. Grahn, according to a MADD release, cares passionately about preventing drunk driving, especially through educating youth, as he joined the organization when his daughters were pre-teens.
Two years ago, he created the "Top 5" Lower Mainland Police Detachments award which recognizes law enforcement's efforts in fighting impaired driving. "We chose to honour individuals whose contributions have not been recognized before," MADD Canada said in its written announcement. "We have not been able to honour everyone who deserves a Medal but this is a chance to recognize and thank 50 individuals who have made significant contributions to MADD Canada, their communities, and to Canada."Its efforts are focused on five key areas including youth services, victim/survivor services, public awareness and education, public policy and anti-impaired driving technology.
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