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www.oakvillebeaver.com The Oakville Beaver, Wednesday April 9, 2008 - 3 Oakville Beaver is Ontario's best community newspaper Continued from page 1 Judging is based on 12 categories ranging from community news and photography to advertising content and production quality. In the final tally, The Beaver scored three more points than the News and five more points than the Post. Judges Tom Peters, Brian Wilford and Jeffrey Morris, who voted The Beaver tops among the 23 papers in the category, commented: "The Beaver has a good layout from front to back. Good use of photographs brightens up the paper and a full range of community information makes it the top choice." "I am very proud of the recognition The Oakville Beaver received from the OCNA. To be named the top community newspaper in Ontario for three years in a row is a true testament to the dedication of all the people working at The Oakville Beaver," said the newspaper's publisher Neil Oliver. "We have an extremely talented team at The Oakville Beaver that works together to proudly serve this great community. We couldn't have done it without the support and input from our readers, advertisers and community groups, who welcome The Oakville Beaver into their homes and businesses every week." "Winning the OCNA Award for General Excellence for a third year in a row is a reflection of the dedication of all staff from all departments," said David Harvey, general manager, Halton Division of Metroland West Media Group. "We are team that is fortunate to be able to work in such a dynamic, thriving community. We are grateful for the ongoing support from both our advertisers and our readers." "For The Oakville Beaver to win three General Excellence Awards in a row is a very special achievement. I am proud of all the staff who work day in and day out to bring Oakville residents the best community newspaper possible," said Jill Davis, editorin-chief. "The staffers work together as a team. Each department played a significant role in this remarkable achievement. I would also like to thank our wonderful newspaper carriers who bring The Oakville Beaver to your doorstep. I would like to take this opportunity to express my appreciation to our dedicated readers and loyal clients who support us unconditionally. We would be nothing without you," she said. "This one is for our readers," said Oakville Beaver managing editor Rod Jerred. "They demand the best and we do our best to deliver. Our readers are our best DEREK WOOLLAM / OAKVILLE BEAVER WE'RE NO 1: Oakville Beaver Publisher Neil Oliver (front row, left) joins the staff of The Oakville Beaver in celebrating their first-place finish in the Ontario Community Newspaper Association's (OCNA) General Excellence Awards (top circulation category). source of information and our toughest judges. They keep us informed about the community and they keep us on our toes. We cannot thank them enough for their loyalty." Oakville Living Editor Angela Blackburn earned an honourable mention in the Health and Wellness category for her story Deadly obsession dealing with the plight of a morbidly obese man, and his aunt's fight for treatment and support. The Oakville Beaver also earned an honourable mention in the Best Creative Advertising category. Oakville Beaver photographer Liesa Kortmann earned an honourable mention for Photographer of the Year. Milton Canadian Champion photographer Graham Paine, whose work often appears in The Beaver, won the Photographer of the Year award for the third straight year. Burlington Post photographer Ron Kuzyk, whose work also appears frequently in The Beaver, placed third. "Winning breeds winners," said Riziero Vertolli, director of photography, Halton Division of Metroland West Media Group. "Even though photographers work individually, the ideals of team and mentoring are important and it shows." Oakville Beaver cartoonist Steve Nease picked up a secondplace award in the Cartoon of the Year (circulation over 10,000) for a cartoon drawn specifically for the Burlington Post, mourning the loss of a Burlington firefighter. The Beaver's sister papers in the Halton Division picked up several OCNA awards. In the General Excellence Awards, The Milton Canadian Champion finished second in the 12,500-24,999 circulation category. In the Premier Awards, The Burlington Post won the Best Photo Layout Award for coverage of a firefighter's funeral. Burlington Post Reporter Jason Misner, whose work has appeared regularly in The Oakville Beaver, finished third in the Reporter of the Year category. The Burlington Post also placed second in the Best Vertical product category for its community guide publication. "To be named the top community newspaper in Ontario for three years in a row is a testament to the dedication of all the people working at The Oakville Beaver." Oakville Beaver publisher Neil Oliver BATHROOM RENOVATIONS? In the OCNA's Premier Awards, The Oakville Beaver picked up a first place in the Best Vertical Product category for its 150 years: a commemorative publication. The 112-page magazine celebrating Oakville's 150th Anniversary in May drew this comment from Judge Fred Fiander: "The regal feel is the first thing that hits you. Boasting community support, in-depth community involvement, interesting stories, fantastic layout, great design and lots of advertiser buy-in. Kudos!" Oakville Beaver reporter David Lea finished second in the Best Feature Writing category for his story What you learn here may save your life ­ a five-page portrayal of Ontario reservists training in Alberta for future duty in Afghanistan. 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