Gerald McDonald from Nanaimo, BC was named the 2013 Volunteer of the Year during the Equine Canada Awards Gala, which was held on Feb. 7 as part of the 2014 Annual Convention in Winnipeg, MB.

McDonald has been involved in the promotion, development, and support of breed sport in Canada for over 45 years. He began volunteering at his local Arabian club in 1965.

His efforts have spanned all levels, from local to national to international. Since 1990, he has generously donated his time, effort, knowledge, and experience to the Arabian Horse Association (AHA) – the governing body for Arabian promotion and preservation in North America.

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