On December 8, Arnon Melo, MELLOHAWK Logistics president and two-term CONCID Brazilian Citizenship Council of Ontario member was presented the Order of Rio Branco medal at a formal ceremony at Itamaraty Palace in Brasilia.
The Order of Rio Branco is awarded to Brazilian citizens and foreigners for distinguished service to Brazil in the field of international diplomacy, through commendable actions of charity, and consultation.
Arnon is recognized as an Officer of the Order for service to the Brazilian community in Ontario and Canada in coordinating the many generous and selfless volunteers and for his efforts at improving relations between between Brazil and Canada. He shares this award with his colleagues at the CONCID, all the volunteers, and the Brazilian Community in Canada.
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