The MADA NATIONAL award is presented to an individual who has displayed outstanding dedication or has been responsible for outstanding accomplishments of national significance in multiple births issues in Canada. This year we awarded two National Awards, to Sheila Catto and to Shirley Combden.

The second 2015 National Making A Difference Award was presented to Shirley Combden.

Shirley makes a difference every single day with the work she does on a national level. She currently holds the Director of Finance position on the Board for MBC but has also held the position of Co-Chair and Chair during her tenure.

Co-Chaired both 2010 and 2015 National Conferences in Edmonton.

As Director of Finance, Shirley is responsible for MBC's financial reporting and making sure that MBC maintains its fiscal duties to the membership. She was also integral in helping MBC to achieve Charitable status.

Shirley's co-volunteers rely on her daily to guide them and support them no matter the task at hand. She volunteers with all her heart and is always a steady hand no matter the challenges faced. Shirley truly does make a difference in all that she does for MBC and our families.