On May 31 2007, United Way Ottawa celebrated the work of Ottawa’s dedicated citizens and organizations at the Community Builder of the Year Awards.

This event was a celebration of the organizations, partnerships, agencies, and neighbourhood groups that strive tirelessly, passionately, and collaboratively to make Ottawa a better place to live, work and raise a family.

Awards were presented in several categories. Abid Jan received the Community Builder of the Year Award for the No Community Left Behind initiative that he conceptualized and implemented in close partnership of South East Ottawa CHC with other service providers and community leaders.