These folks have community spirit OakvilleBy Nathan HowesOAKVILLE BEAVER STAFFThe best of Oakvilles volun-teers were recognized Wednesdayfor their efforts in making Oakvillea better place to live.Volunteers in eight categorieswere honoured at the 10th annualCommunity Spirit Awards (CSA)ceremony at the OakvilleConference and Banquet Centre.Ive only been mayor for fourand a half years, but every year Ivedone this has been thrilling anduplifting because you meet suchwonderful, dedicated people, saidStacey SinclairDavid ColBarbara Anne McAlpineeLisa SeilerMayor Rob Burton. Its a hallmarkSeiler won for her active volun-event involving leadership, innova-tion practices so that homes can ties, including Wellspring Halton/of Oakville that we have this highteering and supporting environ-tion and creativity. The honourPeel, addressingsupport the concept of visitability. the needs and level of volunteerism and this mental causes. She played a vitalthis year went to the May Court? Stacey Sinclair, Arts Award, improving the life of Oakville resi-equally high level of communityClub (MCC) of Oakvillerole to help develop the towns.dents. It holds various fundraiserssponsored byThe Oakville Beaver. engagement.Environment Strategic Plan sit-Weve been involved in com-Sinclair was honoured for her work throughout the year to support Volunteers are nominated eachmunity service in Oating on the plans task force andkville for 55as a volunteer for the Oakville Arts institutions requiring financial year by their peers and council,years and this is a huge recogni-Counciladvisory committees. s board of directors and is support.and winners receive a custom- Barbara Anne McAlpine,tion for us, we are just absolutelyThecurrently the chair of the Advocacy other winners were:made award at the ceremony. thrilled and very excited, saidCommittee, among otHeritage and History Award, spon-hers. She David Cole, Access Award, The Group Volunteer Award, sored by Genworth Financialpresident Charlotte Riddell.sponsored by MEDIchairhas been working to develop a sponsored by Sun Life Financial,Canada. She has been a member of The May Court Club was recog-Halton. Cole was recognized for histeachers guide for arts in the recognizes a group of three orthe Bronte Historical Society fornized for its years of communityeffoclassroom.rts with Halton Habitat for more individuals, who have come16 years and is considered, Theinvolvement and charitable sup-Humanity bui? Lisa Seiler, Environmental lding awareness and together to volunteer their timeport to more than 60 local chari-workingAward, sponsored by Tim Hortons. to change home construc-towards a shared goal, activity orSee Volunteers page 18DEATH BY PRESCRIPTIONTHE MULTI-BILLION DOLLAR PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRYPrescription Drug Safety Seminar - All WelcomeMeet Terence Young, Member of Parliament, and learn: 1. Why prescription drugs are the fourth leading cause of death in Canada today 2. What you can do to protect yourself and your family when using prescription drugs 3. How to talk to your doctor and pharmacist about your prescriptionFREE SHUTTLE service (First Student) 4. Why Canada needs an independent drug agencyRound-trip service from 6pm - midnightRio Can Plaza - front of Home Outfi tters lotBurloak Dr. just south of QEWJoin us for coffee and questionsWhere: St. Johns United ChurchRoad Closures in effect262 Randall Street, OakvilleParking is limitedWhen: Wednesday, June 29, 20112:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.(parking available)Get your copy of Death by Prescription Please RSVP to mscatliff@hotmail.comFor further information go to: www.terenceyoung.com orwww.deathbyprescription.com17 Friday, June 24, 2011 OAKVILLE BEAVER www.insideHALTON.com