The Saint John Y handing out the award in a gala ceremony at the Trade and Convention Centre.
The retired Senator tells CHSJ News volunteers have to care and want to give back to their communities.
She says once you make a difference you want to keep going.
Stephany Peterson, a UNB Saint John student and employee, is the 2012 Leader to Watch.
She says the school's sense of community exists in the whole city not just at the Tucker Park campus.
Over $50, 000 dollars was raised at the Red Triangle Awards for the Saint John Y's Strong Kids campaign.
