2024 Volunteer of the Year - Wayne (Andy) Orville Anderson
Wayne (Andy) Orville Anderson was born June 20, 1938, the youngest of nine children. Age 17, following the passing of both his parents, he moved to Port Alberni BC, to live with an older sister. In 1958, he joined the RCMP in Victoria BC and underwent nine months of training in Ottawa. During this time, he learned to ride a motorcycle and served on Parliament Hill, as well as patrolling NCC properties as a member of Division A. According to Andy his toughest assignment was patrolling Lovers Lane in Rockcliffe Park.

After several attempts to win her over, Andy finally convinced Ellen that he was the Mountie of her dreams, and they married in 1960 in Ottawa. Shortly thereafter he was transferred to Winnipeg, Manitoba, continuing his policing duties. However, Andy left the force in 1960, and they returned to Ottawa, where he worked for Statistics Canada. In 1965 he rejoined the RCMP, working at Headquarters until his retirement in 1994.

Andy and Ellen raised three boys, with the oldest born in Winnipeg and the other two born in Ottawa. Since 1982, Andy has been a proud member of Montgomery Legion, where he considers himself a first-class member. He is actively involved in the Branch, participating in golf, cards, karaoke and supporting all Branch activities. His most significant contribution has been his dedicated work for the Poppy Campaign, where he has volunteered countless hours in various capacities.

Ellen, Andy’s wife is also a strong supporter of the Branch, dedicating her time to knitting afghans for fundraising, as well as toques and mitts for Veterans and the homeless.

On behalf of myself and all Branch members, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to Andy and Ellen for all they have done for the Branch and Veterans over the years. We look forward to many more years of involvement and support. - Robert (Bob) Buss, President, Montgomery Legion
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Our members are men and women, the young and not so young. They all have one thing in common. They care! They care about Canada's Veterans, they care about seniors, they care about Canada's youth and they care about each other.

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