July 6, 2010 - One of the two recipients of the 2010 Lifetime Achievement Awards was presented today at the 2010 Canadian Baton Twirling Championships, being held in Toronto, Ontario.

The CBTF Lifetime Achievement Award was created to recognize and honour special persons who have been an inspiration to the sport of the baton twirling. Their contributions to the CBTF have played significant roles in the development of baton twirling in Canada, or at the World Federation.

One of this year's two Lifetime Achievement Award recipients is Loranne Meek.

The CBTF recognizes Loranne Meek for her contribution to the sport of baton twirling.

Among her many accomplishments, was being this year's recipient of the Lynda Garland Award For Excellence - recognizing her achievements as a coach. Loranne was also an athlete, and she is a judge - she is a teacher, mentor and role model. In receiving the Award from Lynda Garland, Loranne's resume was presented - covering her extensive work in the sport, including numerous successes at Provincial, National, and World championships. Her many accomplishments at all levels of the sport simply make her a worthy recipient of a Lifetime Achievement Award.

In addition to her contribution to the sport component of CBTF, Loranne was the First Vice President of CBTF for four years.

CBTF presented Loranne Meek with an engraved crystal clock in recognition of her dedication to the sport, and to congratulate her on receiving this prestigious award.

A list of all recipients for these awards is available online.