Congratulations to the 2010 Oakville Community Spirit Award recipients!
From left to right: Jamie Macrae, Heritage and History Award; Canadians in Support of Afghan Women, International Award; Diane Burton, Environmental Award; Terry Ponedel, Senior Award; Lyn Estall, Arts Award; Mayor; Ian Anderson House Volunteers, Group Volunteer Award; Melvina Walter (standing in for Dona Reid), Individual Volunteer Award; Vivian Leung, Youth Award; Melissa Vassallo, Access Award.
New! Access Award - Sponsored by MEDIchair Halton
Recognizes outstanding individuals, businesses or organizations that have made or are making a significant or ongoing contribution, beyond legislated requirements, to the well-being and advancement of people with disabilities.
- Mr. Steven Cull, nominated by Anne McEachnie
- Melissa Vassallo, nominated by Angela Vassallo
- Axel Krueger, nominated by Joni Krueger
Arts Award - Sponsored by Oakville Beaver
Recognizes an individual or organization who, through their volunteerism, has contributed to nurturing and enhancing the arts in Oakville.
- Bill Hewitt, nominated by Megan Whittington
- The Oakville Art Society, nominated by Jan Waldorf
- John Serre, nominated by Robert Lackie
- Britta Martini Miles, nominated by Oakville Galleries
- Lyn Estall, nominated by Nancy Clarke
Environmental Award - Sponsored by Tim Hortons
Recognizes an individual or organization whose outstanding voluntary contribution of environmental stewardship has helped to enhance or protect Oakville's environment.
- Diane Burton, nominated by Liz Benneian
Group Volunteer Award - Sponsored by Sun Life Financial
Recognizes a group of three or more individuals who have come together to volunteer their time towards a shared goal/activity or event involving leadership, innovation and creativity. Activities or events can benefit all ages.
- Clearview Oakville Community Alliance, nominated by Louise Hynds
- Enza Natural Health Centre and Day Spa, nominated by Penny Muir
- Ian Anderson House Volunteers, nominated by Lisa MacDonald-Steward
- Melanoma Network of Canada, nominated by Beverly Kaye Riem
- Dorothy, Rudy and Derek Friesen, nominated by Gail Elliot
- South Central Oakville Residents Association, nominated by George Gilraine
Heritage and History Award - sponsored by Genworth Financial Canada
Recognizes an individual or organization who has made an outstanding contribution to Oakville's Heritage and History by aiding in the preservation and celebration of Oakville's natural, built and cultural heritage.
- Jamie Macrae, nominated by Barbara Savage
- Alexandra Fell, nominated by Jasmina Gustin
- Michelle Knoll, nominated by Fred Hayward
Individual Volunteer Award - Sponsored by Paradiso Restaurant
Recognizes an individual who has made an outstanding volunteer contribution towards improving the well-being of Oakville residents of any age group.
- Michelle Bilek, nominated by Clifford Booth
- Cathy Jackson, nominated by Sgt. J. Craddock and Cst. C. Draper
- Doug MacKenzie, nominated by Moira Matsubach-Shaw
- Eugenia Saccary, nominated by Ally Cooper
- Marion Boyd, nominated by Danielle's Place
- Monika von Brisinski, nominated by Jan Walton
- Marilyn Allan, nominated by Anne King
- Dona Reid, nominated by The Women's Centre
- Bev LeFrancois, nominated by Pierre Rousseau
International Award - sponsored by EllisDon
Recognizes an individual or organization who has made an outstanding voluntary contribution to an international initiative or project.
- Canadians in Support of Afghan Women
Senior Award - sponsored by Sunrise Senior Living
Recognizes a senior (65 years and older) or group who has made an outstanding voluntary contribution to the Oakville community during their retirement years.
- Bill Miller, nominated by Herb Boyd
- Patti Eix, nominated by SENACA Seniors Day Program Halton Inc.
- Ted Lambert, nominated by Bill Miller
- Terry Ponedel, nominated by Irene Harmgardt
- Father Peter Watters, nominated by Charles Demuynck
Youth Award - sponsored by RBC Royal Bank
Recognizes a youth individual or group (18 years and under) who has made positive contributions towards enriching Oakville's quality of life.
- Vivian Leung, Luisa Parente