Statement of Endorsement from Wayne Rostad

Wayne Rostad

Wayne Rostad is one of the most recognized voices and faces on the Canadian landscape. His award-winning CBC television show, On the Road Again, made him a Canadian icon. His original songs about the places he’s been and the people he’s met along the way have won the hearts of fans across the nation. Wayne continues to criss-cross the country, entertaining at concerts, festivals, and fairs.

Wayne not only loves people, he loves humanity. He is a strong community activist, who has helped raise millions of dollars for The Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario and the Ottawa Heart Institute. He has also served as Honorary Chair of the Christmas Exchange. His work has garnered him many awards and honours. He has been inducted into the Ottawa Valley Country Music Hall of Fame and the Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame as well; he is a Paul Harris Fellow; and a Judge Brian Stevenson Award recipient. He also serves as a Board member at several charitable foundations. Wayne is a member of the Order of Canada. He received this distinction for his strong commitment to the people in his own backyard and in communities across the country. 

Wayne has always been a wonderful support for kids.  His heart reaches out for those kids who are in need; special needs kids are precious to him as they are most vulnerable.  Wayne also appreciates others who support kids in need.  He has worked with CHEO for 30 years.

Of the Clifford Bowey School Foundation, he writes:

Wayne tremendously believes in the Clifford Bowey Public School Council and Foundation.  He firmly believes that the work that we do to support our special needs students is awesome.  He tips his hat to the organizers of these special events that benefit these special needs students.
 
Keep up the good work!