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Civic Award Recipients Recognized In Council Chambers
Pickering, ON, May 29, 2017 - A crowd gathered in Pickering City Hall to recognize the outstanding achievements of residents, community organizations and local businesses last evening in Pickering Council Chambers, at Pickering’s annual Civic Award Ceremony. Winners are nominated by peers and residents for the outstanding contributions to the community. A full list of recipients are listed below.
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Special Citation Award
Johanne Blake
Bravery/Heroism Award
Clint Neuls
Lifetime Achievement Award
Ed Whitehead
Individual Volunteer Award
Robert Bracht
Janet Cobden
Dennis Gazarek
Service Group Award
Project Linus Canada
Community Group Award
The Pickering Reading Circle
Amateur Sports Award
Thomas Armenis
Alexia Cajilig & Aaliyah Scott
Chantal Gauthier
Peter Zowkewych
Youth Volunteer Award
Maya Mahabir
Youth Leadership Award
Corri McRae
Sustainability Award
Pickering Naturalists
Arts Award
Onton See
Heritage Award
Nimble Thimbles Costume Committee
Economic Development Award
Provincial Sign Systems
Local Business Award
Decks R Us
Environment Award
Rochelle Archibald
Access Award for Disability Issues
Helen Dionne
Enhanced Day Program Inc.
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As the gateway to the east GTA, Pickering (population 94,000) is strategically located where Toronto, York and Durham Regions meet. An award-winning municipality, Pickering is slated for significant economic and residential growth; offering an unparalleled quality of life for those who live, work, and play here. Its dynamic City Centre has been designated by the Province of Ontario as both an Urban Growth
Centre and Mobility Hub, and continues to evolve as a preferred destination for creative learning, memorable events, and unique experiences at the heart of a vibrant, connected, and engaged community. To celebrate both Canada’s and Ontario’s 150th anniversary in 2017, the City of Pickering invites residents and visitors to share in the unique experiences related to Arts, Culture, Heritage, Diversity, Environment, Youth, Sports Excellence, Innovation and Accessibility. Visit pickering.ca/150 to get involved.
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Sandrine Regina
Communications Coordinator, Cultural Services l Community Services Department
905.420.4660 ext. 3602
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