A member of the Owen Sound Police Service received recognition for a life-saving donation.

Special Constable Cory Fernando was presented with a Queen’s Jubilee Commemorative Coin and certificate on Saturday by Bruce-Grey-Owen MP Alex Ruff.

Fernando donated a portion of her liver in February to her co-worker, Special Constable Jason Helm.

Helm suffers from cystic fibrosis and was experiencing life-threatening liver failure as a result of his disease.

Both Fernando and Helm have recovered well from the surgery and both have returned to work and their regular lives.

Fernando was nominated for the award by Owen Sound City Council, many of whom were in attendance for the ceremony along with Cory’s family, Special Constable Helm, and representatives of the Owen Sound Police Association.

“I continue to be extremely proud of Cory and the incredible gift of life she provided for Jason through her donation. I would like to extend my sincere thanks to Mayor Boddy and the members of Owen Sound City Council for keeping Cory in their thoughts through their nomination, and a particular thank you to MP Alex Ruff for taking the time out of his busy schedule to coordinate and present this award,” said Chief Craig Ambrose.