Biography
Since returning from Africa Jim's story has been told
in local and national newspapers, radio, and
television. Jim was featured on the national television
talk show, 'The Vicki Gabereau Show.'
Jim was awarded The Queen's Golden Jubilee Medal in 2002, as
well as a BC Community Achievement Award in 2011. In 2010 Jim carried the Paralympic Torch in the days leading up to the 2010 Games in Vancouver. Also in Vancouver,
Jim carried the Rick Hansen Commemorative Medallion in 2011 during Rick’s 25 Year Anniversary
Relay across Canada celebrating his epic Man In Motion tour.
Jim now resides in Comox British Columbia where lives with his wife and two children.