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Unsung heroes wanted for Community Spirit AwardsBy Dominik Kurekorganization that, through volunteering, has OAKVILLE BEAVER STAFFcontributed to nurturing and enhancing the arts in Oakville.Each year the Town of Oakville honours the Environmental Award recognizing an communitys champions, but to do so it needs individual or organization whose volunteer con-help from residents to find those unsung tribution towards environmental stewardship heroes.has helped enhance or protect Oakvilles environ-Now in its 10th year, the Community Spirit ment.Awards are seeking to recognize community-Group Volunteer Award recognizing a minded individuals who volunteer their time to group of three or more people who work togeth-make the town a better place.er to volunteer for a shared goal, activity or event This event recognizes the true strength of involving leadership, innovation and creativity.our town. Its recognizing those who volunteer Heritage and History Award recognizing and work for our community at their own time, an individual or organization that contributes to said Chris Mei, emcee of the awards, during a Oakvilles history and heritage by aiding in the media launch at Town Hall on Tuesday.preservation and celebration of the towns natu-The event included a reception with award ral, built and cultural heritage.sponsors, members of council, past recipients Individual Volunteer Award recognizing an and a look at this years award, designed by individual who has made a contribution towards Sheridan College student Chris Laskey.improving the well-being of Oakville residents.GRAHAM PAINE / OAKVILLE BEAVER We have been recognizing for 10 years the Senior Award recognizing a senior (aged THAT'S THE SPIRIT:On hand for the launch of the 10th annual Community Spirit Awards outstanding contributions of volunteers through 65 or older) or group that has contributed to the were (l-r) Oakville Mayor Rob Burton with three past spirit winners, Ed Stewart (2002 Historical), our community and Id like you to dig deeply and Oakville community.Terry Ponedel ( 2010 Seniors) and Jamie Macrae ( 2010 Heritage).find the people who have quietly been making a Youth Award recognizing a youth or group areas BIA on various events, and is considered its There are eight awards categories this year, big difference, said Mayor Rob Burton.(aged 18 or under) who has made a positive con-'Chief Elf at the Bronte BIAs annual Christmas including the aforementioned Senior Award.He told the gathering of people to talk to their tribution towards enriching Oakvilles quality of tree lighting. She has helped out members of the The categories are:friends, family, colleagues or even people on the life.community and said she is always willing to help Access Award recognizing individuals, street to spread the word about the awards and The nomination deadline is Friday, April 15 at others.businesses or organizations that have made or find the people who deserve recognition.4 p.m. Nomination forms are available at Town I felt very humbled to be very honest, she are making an ongoing voluntary contribution to Among the past recipients, last years winner Hall, community centres, libraries or can be said of receiving the award. I know many people the well-being and advancement of people with of the Senior Award, Terry Ponedel was at the completed online at www.oakville.ca/csa.htm. who have done far more than I. Theyre unsung disabilities.ceremony. 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