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Civic Award Recipients Honoured

Pickering, ON, May 26, 2009. Last night in Council Chambers at Pickering City Hall the celebration & ceremony of community was truly evident. The piper lead the way and award recipients paraded into the chambers where they were honoured. Mayor Ryan and Members of Council acknowledged each individual and organization for important contributions made during 2008. The awards, a 2008 medal, pin and certificate acknowledge leadership, volunteerism, sport & arts achievements as well as contributions in business, the environment, culture, urban design, accessibility and sustainability. The following is the list of honoured recipients.

Special Citation Award
The Arms of Jesus Children’s Mission

Bravery/Heroism Award
Matthew Clifford
Chad Hervieux
James Shaw

Lifetime Achievement Award
Rae Coulter
Paul Carruthers
Peter Carruthers
Dale Reid

Individual Volunteer Award
Rosemary Aiken
Doug Gouley
Kazim Qureshi
Grant Pacholzuk
Bruce Wilson

Service Group Award
Rotary Clubs of Ajax & Pickering (Pickering Ribfest)

Community Group Award
Pickering Islamic Centre

Community Group Award
Pickering Italian Senior Association

Amateur Sports Award
Tabia Charles
Anson Henry
Devoe Joseph
Pickering Soccer Club

Youth Volunteer Award
Stephanie Miller

Youth Leadership Award
Sophie Chen
Karina Clendenning
Devi Mandir

Sustainability Award
Options for Homes
Valley Plentiful Community Garden

Arts Award
Cathy Schnippering

Cultural Diversity Award
Community of Faiths against AIDS in Africa (COFAA)

Urban Design Award
PORT Restaurant
Naylor Architect Inc.

Economic Development Award
RecoverCorp

Local Business Award
Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade

Environment Award
Monarch Kitchen & Bath Centre
Frank Threlkeld

Access Award for Disability Issues
FOOTPRINTS
Clara Greig
Christopher Rousis
Jaclyn Stephenson