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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1994-07-06, Page 28PAGE 28. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, JULY 6, 1994. Huron committee strives for long term care "Low cost transportation which is accessible and affordable must be up and running in all areas of Huron County if the objectives of long term care reform are to be met," says Hal Claus, chair of the Huron County Long Term Care Planning Committee. Members of the committee are from every comer of Huron County and represent consumers, agencies, institutions and government ser­ vices. All agreed that people who are remaining in their own homes or living in long term care facilities need to be able to get out for Environment Canada seeks achievement award nominees In 1989, Environment Canada established the Environmental Achievement Awards to recognize the success and dedication of Canadians in protecting and restoring the environment. The list of recipients of this prestigious award is impressive: they have mounted awareness and educational programs; they have helped protect natural areas; they have applied environmental practices in the work place and in local government; they have deepened the understanding of the issues and what can be done about them. They are contributing to making their communities, their businesses, our country and our planet a better place in which to live. Environment Canada encourages Canadians to nominate the environmental success stories in their region. Nominations for these awards are now being accepted in five of the six categories: non­ profit organization; outstanding communications for environmental awareness; corporate environ­ mental leadership lifetime achieve­ ment; and environmental leadership appointments and be able to participate in community activities. "People who are unable to drive due to a health problem or some type of disability, including those using a wheelchair, are going to be a lot happier and healthier if they can get out for a drive, get to an appointment, to a church supper or ball game without always wailing for someone to have the time to drive them," said Joanne Riehl. "This service must also be available for those who are temporarily unable to drive." Bev Brown, who works as a resource person with community by a municipality. In the sixth category, environ­ mental science fair project, the winner is chosen by Environment Canada and the Youth Science Foundation; nominations, therefore, are not required. Finalists are selected by an independent advisory body comprised of environmentalists, business representatives and others. Three finalists are selected in each category with the exception of the Lifetime Achievement Award. In that category, there is only one winner. Applications can be obtained from any Environment Canada office or by contacting 1-800-668- 6767. Nominations must be postmarked on or before Aug. 2. The 1994 awards will be presented by Deputy Prime Minister of Canada and Minister of the Environment Sheila Copps at an awards ceremony in the late fall. The contribution of these award­ winners serves as an example inspiring all to do their part. Everyone one can, in his or her own way, work for a sustainable future. groups setting up mobility bus services, reported to the committee on the progress of the CHuMS committee (Central Huron Mobility Service) who are incorporating in order to access funding from the 0 bituaries GORDON W. MASON Gordon W. Mason of Blyth died in Rainy River on June 25. He was 64. Bom in East Wawanosh Town­ ship, he was the son of the late Walter and Ethel (Clow) Mason. He was married to Nellie I. Blake. Mr. Mason was a member of the Blyth LInited Church. Along with his wife Nellie, Mr. Mason is survived by his children, Sharon and Bruce Bromley of RR 2, Blyth, Carol and Roger Haines of Holmesville, Marie and Steve DeJong of Kitchener and Murray Mason of Kitchener. Also surviving are his brothers and sisters, Albert and Pearl Mason of Londesboro, James and Irma Mason of Blyth, Kay Buchanan of Blyth, Mae and Al Cowie of London and Archie Mason of Holmesville. He is also survived by nine grandchildren. Mr. Mason was predeceased by two brothers, Archibald and Mike Mason. He rested at the Tasker Chapel of the Beattie-Falconer Funeral Homes in Blyth. The funeral was held at the Blyth United Church on Thursday, June 30, with Rev. Jock Tolmay officiating. The pallbearers were Bruce Bromley, Steve DeJong, Roger Haines, Archie Mason, James. Mason and Albert Mason. Ontario Ministry of Transportation to purchase a low-floor vehicle for use in central Huron. "The public and politicians are concerned about duplication of service," says Ms Brown, "as they The flower bearers were Stacey Haines and Julie Chapman. Interment in Blyth Union Cemetery. WILLIAM E. MANNING William Manning of Huronview, formerly of Blyth and Hullett Township, passed away July 3, 1994. He was bom Jan. 1, 1903 in Hul­ lett Twp. to Joseph and Margaret (Morris) Manning. Mr. Manning farmed until his retirement and was a member of the Blyth and Londesboro United Churches. He was the beloved husband of Mary L. Wood to whom he was married for 62 years and the dear father of Gail and Harry Lear of Londesboro and June and Stan Johns of RR4, Seaforth. Mr. Manning was the loving grandfather of Dan and Dave Lear, Steven and Richard Johns, Lisa Haines and great-grandfather of Sarah Johns. He was predeceased by two sis­ ters; Elva Tamblyn and Ruby Hunking and one brother, Percy Manning. Mr. Manning is resting at Beat­ tie-Falconer Funeral Home in Clin­ ton. Rev. 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