An RD Parker student who’s been helping the less fortunate in the City is being recognized by the Manitoba School Board Association.

Owen Settee has won the Student Citizenship Award for our region, and is one of six finalists up for the George Harbottle Award. 

He says it feels really great to be awarded and that his hard work is paying off.

Owen has been helping the City's homeless for a number of year's. Recently he raised over $400 for a 78-year-old man who lost his house in a fire.

The Student Citizenship Award recognizes outstanding students throughout the province.

Owen is off to Winnipeg tomorrow to receive his award. He's looking forhelp with financing his trip.

You can find out about his efforts on his facebook page, Owen’s Initiative.