CTV television personality Ben Mulroney has been appointed as a National Ambassador for UNICEF Canada. Mulroney, perhaps best known as the host of the CTV shows Canadian Idol and eTalk, also holds degrees in law and history. One of his first responsibilities in his new role will be to serve as national spokesperson for this year’s revitalized Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF campaign, in which Canadian kids will engage in fundraising and educational activities to help give children in Malawi a chance to go to school.

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