Boy receives special award

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It was superpower strength that helped 10-year-old Damien Corson save his little brother after he fell through ice.

Corson was recognized on March 10 in Vancouver at the prestigious 106th Annual Commonwealth Awards for Honour and Rescue.

Just over a year ago Damien, 9 years old at the time and his little brother Brady, who was only 6 years old at the time and their two friends were hanging out in the pool area of their complex in Vernon.

The boys were enjoying the day when things quickly took a turn for the worst.

The pool was covered in ice. Brady tapped his foot on the ice and lost his balance and fell in.

Brady in his soaking wet clothes wasn't able to get out of the water.

Damien quickly ran over, while remaining calm he grabbed his brother's hand and managed to pull him out.

"I don't know what might have happened if Damien wasn't there," said Angel Corson, their mother. "We are thrilled to have a happy ending."

British Columbia's Lieutenant-Governor Judith Guichon was one of many dignitaries presenting awards at the event.

Damien was presented with the Silver Medal for Merit which acknowledges meritorious service in saving lives.