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Volunteers across Canada inspire youth through hands‑on learning that prepares them for future success. We are grateful for their time, passion, and commitment to developing the next generation of leaders.
Royden Richardson National JA Volunteer Award
Recognizing exceptional JA volunteers from coast-to-coast.
The Royden Richardson National Volunteer Awards, named after dedicated JA volunteer Royden Richardson, recognize volunteers across Canada who go above and beyond. Their leadership and generosity inspire youth, support their success, and help JA make a difference nationwide.
Each year, 2-3 volunteers are selected for this award in one of two categories: program volunteer or governance volunteer.
Past Recipients
2025
Bryan Khan
Program VolunteerJA Quebec
“Since 2018, volunteering with JA Quebec has been a deeply rewarding experience, as it allows me to give back to my community and witness the incredible growth and curiosity of the students I worked with. Seeing their enthusiasm and progress during the financial literacy lessons I taught was inspiring, and I feel privileged to have played a small part in their learning journey. This opportunity not only reinforced the importance of education but also gave me a renewed sense of purpose and fulfillment.”
2025
Brian McArthur
Program VolunteerJA British Columbia
“My journey with Junior Achievement began in 1974 as an accountant trainee with the Royal Bank of Canada in South Western Ontario. Over the years, the
last 10 of which have been with JA British Columbia, it has been my privilege to volunteer with many JA professionals and educators to help students
learn real life skills through JA’s f inancial literacy, work readiness and entrepreneurship programs.”
2025
Sean Munro
Governance Volunteer
JA Canada
“Junior Achievement hasbeen part of my life for over 35 years, from my time in JA Company Program in my teens, to volunteering in several provinces through Economics of Staying in School through to my six years as a Board Member with JA Canada. I credit Junior Achievement for the impact it had on my life, and am proud of the impact it has on countless youth across Canada and around the world.”