John Hillman, who captured hearts all over the world at the start of the pandemic by raising money for COVID-19 relief, is now a Canadian citizen.
Hillman took the citizenship oath in an online ceremony Thursday after moving to Oak Bay 25 years ago. He say he wanted to become a citizen to show his appreciation for all that Canada has done for him.
“Honoured,” said Hillman on a bench outside of his home at Carleton House, an independent seniors residence. “I feel honoured having done it.”
Over the last three years Hillman has raised more close to $300,000 by walking laps of the home’s front courtyard. The money has gone towards COVID-19 relief, Save the Children and Ukrainian relief efforts.
