HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2004-02-05, Page 15MEETING NOTICE
MUNICIPALITY OF
MORRIS-TURNBERRY
The Municipality of
Morris-Turnberry Council
Meetings scheduled for the
month of February, 2004 will
be held:
Tuesday, February 3
at 7:30 pm
Monday, February 9
at 7:30 pm
Tuesday, February 47
at 7:30 pm
THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2004. PAGE 15.
OCNA names its Ontario Junior Citizens for 2003
The final recipients of the 2003
Ontario Junior Citizen of the Year
Awards represent a diverse cross-
section of ages, interests and
backgrounds. Their stories are
inspirational, proving the power of
dedication and leadership,
demonstrating the courage to
overcome challenges, and the
compassion to reach out and give to
their communities.
The young people, aged seven to
17, will be honoured during a
special awards ceremony Friday,
March 5 during the OCNA Annual
Spring Convention. Ontario's
Lieutenant Governor, the
Honourable James Bartleman, will
officiate at the presentations for the
Junior Citizens and their families,
scheduled that evening at the Inn on
the Park in Toronto.
The Ontario Junior Citizens
program is run through the 270
members of the Ontario Community
Newspapers Association (OCNA)
and with the support of major
sponsor Tembec Paper Group.
Nominations of eligible young
people are received each fall
through member community papers
committed to recognizing
outstanding young people who help
define and strengthen their
communities. A panel of five
volunteer judges, including two
OCNA member editors, two OCNA
member publishers and a
representative of the sponsor
company, must decide unanimously
By Elyse DeBruyn
Citizen staff
Morris-Turnberry council were
approached by representatives from
Bluevale Hall board at the Jan. 20
meeting to discuss a Trillium Grant
application.
Keith Moffat, Marg Timm and
Etoile Johnston, all representatives
of the board, said the Bluevale Hall
is in need of some renovations and
unfortunately the board doesn't have
enough money to make them. They
The Summer Company is an
opportunity for youth to realize their
dream of operating a business and
being their own boss, and winning
an award of up to $3,000 at the same
time.
This program, sponsored by the
Ministry of Economic Development
and Trade (MEDT) is entering its
fourth year in Huron County.
Since its inception, 17 Summer
Company awards have been granted
in Huron and 17 young people were
allowed to spread their wings and
try out a new business idea. We're
hoping to have six positions in 2004.
The deadline for applications is
April 5.
Training and mentorship is
provided during the summer by a
volunteer group of community
mentors. Financial assistance with
start-up costs (up to $1,500) is
available and, upon successful
completion of the program
requirements, the student will be
eligible for an additional award of
up to $1,500.
Participants must be aged 15-29 at
the time of their application,
attending school on a full-time basis
(either secondary school or college)
and returning to school on a full-
time basis in the fall. The business
must be a new, first-time venture for
the applicant and the completed
on the final recipients.
This year, 158 nominees were
recognized with certificates of
nomination by their local
community newspapers across the
province for contributions to their
communities. Among those were
two Brussels and area youth -
Chelsea McLellan and Aaron
Richmond.
The final 13 individuals come
from small towns and urban centres,
offering a myriad of exemplary
qualities and proving themselves as
great inspirations to people of all
ages.
Christopher Beausoleil, 16 of
Tilbury loves sports and actively
participates in travel rep hockey,
soccer, golf, basketball and
badminton. Despite the challenges
of living with cystic fibrosis, he
participates in coaching and
refereeing sports as well as school
council and Junior Achievement. He
is also a role model to his
community and families with
children who have CF.
Alistair Butt, 11 of Orleans has
many interests, but takes to heart the
needs of blind people, raising funds
and awareness for Guide Dog and
associations for the blind. A well-
rounded student in academics, arts
and athletics, he is also interested in
promoting world peace, and has
traveled extensively promoting this
cause, together with increasing
recognition for Canada's veterans.
Kaitlynn Dodge, 17 and
didn't understand how to attempt the
grant application and wanted to
discuss it with council first.
Council decided to set up a
committee regarding the grant which
consists of Nancy Michie, clerk-
treasurer, two council
representatives, Bill Thompson and
Paul Gowing and three Bluevale
Hall board representatives.
Among the items that need to be
replaced include the carpet which is
very dirty and has many tears. The
walls haven't been painted since
application form requires
comprehensive business plan.
Assistance in the preparation of
the plan is available from the Huron
Business Enterprise Centre.
An information session on the
program for parents and students is
being offered on Thursday, March 4
from 7 - 9 p.m. at the Huron
Business Centre in Seaforth. Find
out what's involved in developing
an effective business plan. To pre-
register, call Lisa at 527-0305.
For youth 18-29, not in school on
a full-time basis, who are interested
in setting up a new business, another
MEDT program, My Company,
provides training and support in
obtaining a loan, not a grant, of up to
$15,000.
Contact the Business Enterprise
Centre in Seaforth at 527-0305 for
further details. Remember the
deadline for applications is April 5
and your application includes a
complete business plan.
As of March 1 you will be able to
apply on-line
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Call 1-866-734-9422
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Mackenzie Eaton, 17 of Prescott
saw a void in their hometown and
decided to fill it by organizing a
holiday season community dinner
for low-income families. Besides
operating Soup for the Soul for the
past several years, these busy young
ladies also maintain good grades,
participate in school governance
and play on varsity teams.
At the tender age of seven,
Madison Dyck of Thunder Bay
displays exemplary leadership skills
and a well developed sense of
responsibility. She is active in
fundraising for the Parkinson's
Society as well as work with the
Cancer Society and Operation Hope
Christmas Boxes. With her caring
and compassionate nature, she is a
wonderful role model for young
people.
Eric LaPointe, 13, of Petrolia has
earned respect and admiration for
his leadership skills and co-
operative nature. Born with Down
Syndrome, he organizes fundraisers
for the food bank, Christmas for
Everyone, Canadian Tire Money
Drive, and many mission projects.
He is a great promoter and shows
heartfelt appreciation to everyone
involved.
Seeing a need greater than his
own, nine-year-old Kale Lauzon of
LaSalle organized his birthday party
with the aim of donating all birthday
presents to the local firefighters toy
drive. But instead of inviting just
family and friends, he invited his
1996 and the ceiling in the front
landing needs to be replaced.
Michie said it was decided last
year that all municipal buildings
must be accessible to everyone and
any renovations must be equip for a
wheelchair.
Dorothy Kelly, mayor for Morris-
Turnberry, suggested a chair lift for
the handicapped to get up and down
the stairs more easily.
Timm said they would be too
concerned with vandalism to put in a
chair lift.
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whole Grade 4 class and the
community to a fun-filled skating
party to increase the giving. Canned
goods were also collected to help
those less fortunate during a
memorable community event.
Dealing with the debilitating
effects of a brain tumour doesn't
deter Myles McLellan, 11 of
Chatham from being an inspiration
to others. During the 2003 Relay for
Life, his relentless enthusiasm to
help others resulted in more than
$30,000 being raised by the Myles's
Miracle Mission. This young man
also uses speaking opportunities to
discourage his peers from making
fun of others who look or act
differently.
Whether locally or
internationally, Kim Plewes, 17, of
Oakville reaches out to children in
need, focusing on children around
the world who are exploited by
child labour and poverty. Besides
organizing and participating in
many similar projects over the past
several years, she has raised funds
for travel to developing countries,
she has collected food for food
banks and lead discussion groups
with homeless youth.
Although only 10, Holly Riugrose
of Chatham has made a long-time
positive contribution to her
community in two main- areas,
recognition of veterans and the
collection of food/awareness to the
well-being of animals. Her actions
and commitment have encouraged
Kelly suggested the board
members bring a list of upgrades the
Bluevale Hall needs to the
meeting .with the Trillium
representatives.
"Start -with a complete list of
things needed and write down
everything you can think of. We'll
do everything we can to help," said
Kelly.
others of all ages to participate in
events and fundraisers.
Katie Turnbull, 17, Markham
believes in the magic of
volunteering. She has kept involved
in many groups at school and in her
community, including student
council_ peer mentoring, music
council, and tutoring. Katie plays
with a young boy with special
needs, and is a hospital volunteer,
all while holding down two jobs and
maintaining a high academic
standing.
Kimberley Vanleyden, 17, is from
Blackstock. Having lost her father
to skin cancer, this motivated young
lady hits the parks and beaches with
pamphlets and sun screen to warn
others of the dangers of this disease.
She has worked with the Ministry of
Health and the Cancer Society to
prepare a professional presentation
that she enthusiastically gives to
community groups.
Suffering from a rare and painful
blood disorder might slow Ryan
Williams, 15 of North Dundas, but it
certainly does nothing to quash his
spirit and desire to help others. He
has committed his time and efforts
to raise thousands of dollars for the
Children's Hospital of Eastern
Ontario, co-hosting a fundraising
telethon, selling goods at schools,
and brokering creative deals with
sponsors.
To qualify to be an Ontario Junior
Citizen, candidates must be Ontario
residents between the ages of six
and 17 (in the year of nomination).
The nominees may be involved in
worthwhile community service;
special young people who are
contributing while living with a
physical or psychological
limitation; or individuals who have
performed acts of heroism or
bravery.
Award recipients may also be
good kids who show a commitment
to make life better for others and do
more than is normally expected of
someone their age.
Summer Company returns
Bluevale Hall board seeks Trillium grant
NOTICE OF
ANNUAL MEETING
The 128th Annual Meeting of the Members
will be held in the
OFFICE BUILDING
of
McKillop Mutual
Insurance Company
91 Main Street South, SEAFORTH, Ontario
on
Wed., February 25, 2004
at 1:30 p.m.
• To receive and dispose of the 2003 financial
statement and auditor's report:
• To appoint Auditors;
• To transact any other business that may
properly come before the meeting;
• To elect three qualified Directors for a term of
three years;
• The retiring Directors are Walter Mcllwain,
John Tebbutt, and Murray Armstrong. Walter
Mcllwain and Murray Armstrong are eligible
for re-election.
• Any person wishing to seek election must file
their intention to stand for election in writing
with the Secretary of the Company at least
seven days in advance of the Annual Meeting
(by 1:30 p.m. February 18, 2004).
(By-Law No. 21 (d) ). Ken Jones
Secretary-Treasurer-Manager