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THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 1996 PAGE 25.
OCNA announces Jr. Citizen award winners
Ontario's Junior Citizens for
1995 have been selected.
Ontario Community Newspapers
Association (OCNA) President
Paul Winkler announced the
recipients
The Oakville-based OCNA,
which represents more than 265
community newspapers in Ontario
and the Northwest Territories, has
honoured Ontario's Junior Citizens
since 1981, with Bell Canada as co-
sponsor once again for 1995.
Young people ages six to 18 are
recognized for their courage,
ingenuity, resourcefulness, initia-
tive, leadership, fortitude and
community service.
The award recipients and their
families will be guests of Bell
Canada and OCNA at an awards
ceremony at the Toronto Airport ,
Marriott Hotel on Friday, March
29, 1996. The awards will be
presented by Ontario's Lieutenant
Governor, the Honourable Henry
Jackman, and each recipient will
receive $200, a commemorative
plaque, a gold lapel pin and a
family portrait with the Lieutenant
Governor.
Mr. Winkler praised the award
recipients and all other nominees,
saying, "Through their acts of
courage, determination, selflessness
and leadership, these young people
have become outstanding citizens
and examples for all Ontarians.
OCNA and Bell Canada are
proud we can publicly acknow-
ledge their good deeds."
The 1995 Junior Citizens are:
* Timothy Heming, 11, of
Minden, for his indomitable spirit
in facing the challenges of Spina
Bifida. He cheerfully meets life
head-on involving himself in
school and town activities, showing
others that life is to be celebrated
fully. His courage and disarming
sense of humour have made him a
valued member of his community.
* Carl Rothfels, 18, of
Pefferlaw, for his dedicated
commitment to preserving the
environment and his contributions
to his community. He has helped to
find alternatives to landfill sites in
his area, participated in river clean-
-ups and waste reduction. He also
raises funds for cancer research, the
World Wildlife Foundation and
food banks. He is on the Mayor's
Advisory Council which addresses
the needs of local youth. His quiet
assurance and mature approach
make him a natural leader to his
peers.
* Sara Trought, 18, of
Unionville, for her near-miraculous
recovery after a freight train
collided with a truck in which she
was a passenger. Despite a coma,
serious head injuries, collapsed
lung and many broken bones, Sara
fought her way back and is far
along the path to reclaiming her
track star status. Her battle for life
is a courageous portrayal of
perseverance.
* Samantha Walker, 12, of
Peterborough, for pulling her
school and community together to
plant a Tulip Tribute Garden as part
of the "Canada Remembers"
remembrance ceremonies. Her
impressive endeavours have
heightened her peers' pride and
appreciation for the wartime
sacrifices of all Canadians.
* Cory Wright, 18, of Aurora,
for his outstanding leadership
qualities. He is involved in
numerous school activities and
community services, such as
spending his summers as a camp
counselor and friend to fatherless
boys. He does not let Cerebral
Palsy stand in the way of his
generosity and commitment to
others. His upbeat and positive
attitude is an inspiration to all.
* Katie Monteith, 11, of
Waterloo, for helping to fulfill the
dreams of chronically and
terminally ill children. For three
years she has organized and
implemented neighbourhood Fun
Fairs, with proceeds going to the
Sunshine Foundation. Her concern
for others and "I want to help"
attitude are perfect examples of
selfless charity and goodwill.
* Julia Allore, 18, of Tamworth,
for her steadfast determination in
overcoming acute lymphoblastic
leukemia. In spite of double hip
replacements, she volunteers her
time at local hospitals, for cancer
fundraising, school peer
counselling and tutoring, and still
finds time for her own jewelry
design business. Julia shows
responsibility and initiative beyond
her years.
* Jesse Davidson, 15, of
London, for his heroic actions in
raising awareness of the need for
gene research. In spite of having
Duchesne Muscular Dystrophy, he
made a courageous trek across
Ontario in his wheelchair, touching
the hearts of everyone in the
Communities he passed through.
"Jesse's Journey" continues to make
an inspirational difference to
physically challenged people
everywhere.
* Michelle Dunk, 18, of Guelph,
for her superb contributions as
supervisor of Guel.ph General
Hospital's teen volunteer program.
For six years she has donated her
time and energy bringing the
human touch to patients and
families. She also raises money for
the hospital foundation and co-
ordinates donations for her church.
She is a wonderful role model for
her fellow teens.
* Kristen Hayes, 12, of
Markham, Diagnosed at birth with
Osteogenesis Imperfecta (brittle
bones), Kristen has endured many
surgeries and suffered over 30
fractures since then. However, this
self-assured young lady has not let
any barriers deter her. As 1995
Easter Seal Tammy, she promotes
awareness of the needs of
physically challenged people.
Although fragile in body, Kristen
has strength of character that has
earned her admiration and respect
of all who meet her.
* Daniel Rundle, 17, of Sioux
Lookout, for his exemplary
commitment to social and recrea-
tional community concerns. This
impressive young man uses his
leadership and communications
skills to encourage anti-racism,
promoting harmony and tolerance.
He was also instrumental in
establishing a youth centre.
Daniel's caring attitude benefits his
The February meeting of the
Clinton Hospital Auxiliary was
held in the hospital board room on
Feb. 5.
Marg Makins, the chairperson of
the Clinton Public Hospital Board,
spoke about the District Health
Council. This is a very important
committee for both Huron and
Perth Counties, and its head-
quarters are located in Mitchell.
This committee oversees all health
care agencies for the counties of
Huron and Perth. There are five
hospitals in Huron County and
three in Perth County at the present
time. This committee is a direct
line to the Minister of Health in
Ontario. As everyone is aware there
are financial cuts in the budget
which result in difficult decisions
to be made. Hospital volunteers are
very helpful, especially when they
work closely with the staff at the
hospital.
Fundraisers are always a very
necessary part of the hospital
auxiliary and money has been
raised to buy a new fluid warmer
for the emergency area and tables
for the chronic care area, as well as
a new ECG machine.
This year the annual Tag Day
will be held on May 10.
Frances Teatero, the region 2
chairperson, also spoke to the
auxiliary about the health care
system changes. Some may
entire community.
* Preston Hiscock, 15, of
Espanola, for his unfailing devotion
and friendship. This caring and
compassionate young man stood by
his friend Angel's side as she
battled cancer, his special love
reassuring and comforting her
during her final days. Preston has
shown others the true meaning of
loyalty.
remember Francis as the "Citizen
of the Year" for 1989 in Seaforth.
Because of health care changes,
volunteers are greatly needed and a
real asset to the hospitals. Clinton
Public Hospital has had 66 years of
volunteers, many who have seen a
great deal of changes through the
years, but find their efforts very
rewarding. The spring conference
will be held in Guelph this year on
April 22, and this should be a most
worthwhile event to attend.
The next meeting of the Clinton
Public Hospital Auxiliary will be
on Monday, March 4.
Clinton Hospital Aux. speaker
tells of changes to health care