Metis community leaders recognized for dedication and passion [Video]

Throughout her career, Impey worked tirelessly as an advocate for Indigenous women and children and was instrumental in the creation of Interval House. For over 20 years she also helped run a community Christmas dinner for those in need. This past Christmas was the first time she took a step back and spent the day with her family.

“I decided it was really important that we take a good look at the community and someone else needs to step forward and it’s not happening unfortunately,” she said, adding she knows the volunteers are there willing to help, but just require someone to take the lead.

Reflecting back on one of her own precious memories, Impey recalled a family who had arrived at the last minute and wanted to help. They were assigned to look after the toy room.

“At the end of the day when they had packed up everything …