Minerva Tribute Tree

Honoured by Bruce Welch
“My sister Helen, who celebrated a landmark birthday on Dec 25/11, exemplifies a love of life, keen mind and razor sharp wit.  Even now she writes a weekly gardening column for a Vancouver Island newspaper.  What a sister!”

Honoured by Elise Rees
“Margaret Scott was my mother and as a teacher she believed in education for women and ensuring we had strong leadership in the community from women.”

Honoured by Shelley Harmatny
“Mother of five with eternal hope.”

Honoured by Eleanor Guerrero-Campbell
“To my mother, Dr. Juanita Sevilla Guerrero, for growing a great many trees from little seeds – a family of 8 children, a career spanning 65 years, influencing the education of Filipinos through the years, improving lives of many people along the way.”

Honoured by Danna Murray
“Nena was a remarkable woman who embodies the Minerva spirit. Born in 1900 she was a true Canadian pioneer who dedicated her life to providing for her family, teaching, and helping others to fulfil their potential.”

Honoured by Julia Kim
“My grandmother encouraged her five grand-daughters to become well educated, something she was denied so that we can lead independent, productive lives.

Honoured by Barb Ross-Denroche and Peter Denroche

“We honour these two women for their joy of having lived life to the fullest, raising extraordinary families and dedicating so much time to the community, friends and family.”

Honoured by Bill Maclagan

“She saved me.”

Honoured by Maureen Gales

“My mother has taught me many things – most of all that when I decide something with an open heart, it usually leads to the right decision.”