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Rose Kumorek - page 2

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Special Events:
- 1976 Montreal Olympics; assisted in Poly Clinic
- 1978 British Commonwealth Games in Edmonton
- 1983 World University Games in Edmonton

Catholic Church - Our Lady of Perpetual Help:
Active member and assists in all aspects of the church's activities and became a Eucharistic Minister.
Visits the hospital (sick and extended care) every Saturday.

Scouting - East Trail/Warfield Division:
First Aid Leader and attended the following jamborees volunteering her services: - 1979 BC and Yukon, Douglas Lake, BC
- 1981 Canadian National, Kananaskis Country (Alberta)
- 1983 BC and Yukon, Sooke, BC - 1987 BC and Yukon, Sooke, BC

Red Cross:
Joined the Red Cross when she was 18 years old and is still an active member. Helped with disaster - Trail Flood in 1948.
Assisted in food handling - Trail Creek Flood.
As a result of this, Mrs. Kumorek was sent to Arnprior College in Hull, Quebec to take civil defense training in disasters. Taught home nursing for homemakers.
Recognition for Long Standing and Generous Contributions to the Community:
Trail Citizen of the Year - 1975.
Home of Champions - Builder of First Aid - 1981.
Commemorative Medal - 125th Anniversary of Canadian Confederation - 1992. Minor Hockey - plaque for long-time service.