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www.insideHALTON.com · OAKVILLE BEAVER Thursday, March 1, 2012 · 4 By David Lea OAKVILLE BEAVER STAFF Town recognizes its preservers of the past Oakville's protectors and preservers of local heritage were honoured Monday night at the 2011 Ontario Heritage Trust Awards ceremony at Town Hall. Hosted by Mayor Rob Burton, the event saw eight residents recognized for their valuable contributions to keeping the town's history alive. "These awards reflect the dedication and commitment of the Town and our citizens to the conservation and celebration of Oakville heritage," said Burton. "We are grateful to the many individuals who have helped preserve heritage in Oakville. Over the years, their hard work has served to enrich and beautify our community." Those recognized included three Oakville Trafalgar High School students who received the Young Heritage Leaders Award. Julia Barber, Allison Bishop and Evan Formosa dedicated their time and effort to hosting a week-long vigil at their school to remember the 68,000 Canadians who died during the First World War. The project involved fundraising, ceremony planning, exhibit design and the execution and supervision of the event itself. "It's an honour and a surprise," said JAMES HOGGETT / SPECIAL TO THE BEAVER History buffs: The Town of Oakville and Mayor Rob Burton, in back, second from left, pre- sented the Ontario Heritage Trust awards Monday. Recipients were, in back, from left, Canadian Forces Lt. Glenn Woolfrey, Burton, Allison Bishop, Karen Brock and Evan Formosa. In front, from left, Pam Calvert, a teacher at Oakville Trafalgar High School, Margaret Buxton, Evelyn Bullied and Julian Ryder. remember the soldiers even though it has been so long," said Bishop. "We still care and they are still being remembered today." Heritage Oakville and Heritage Advisory Committee member Julian Ryder received a Heritage Community Recognition Award in Formosa of receiving the award. "We weren't expecting any recognition for the vigil." Bishop credited her teacher, Pam Calvert, with giving them the idea for the event and said projects like this are deeply significant. "It's important to show that we still the Built Heritage category. As a retired architect, Ryder is valued by the committee and Town staff for his expert advice regarding heritage permits and alterations to designated heritage buildings, Burton said. Ryder's service on the Heritage Advisory Committee dates back to 1979. "I'm delighted and very proud to receive this," said Ryder. "This is something I've been doing for the last 30 years and I really enjoy it." Canadian Forces Lt. Glenn Woolfrey received a Cultural Heritage Award for organizing a day of commemorative events to highlight the navy's significance to the town. Woolfrey also co-ordinated and liaised with every group involved to make the day (June 19, 2010) a success. The day's events included a parade through downtown Oakville, the presentation of a namesake plaque, the dedication of a chestnut tree, a museum exhibition launch, and a TOWARF (Town of Oakville Water Air Rescue Force) family day picnic. Oakvillegreen president Karen Brock received the Natural Heritage Award in recognition of her years of active volunteer work involving natural heritage and greening projects across Oakville. See Residents page 5 SAT March 3 - SUN March 4 ... 10 AM - 5 PM THIS WEEKEND st Feb 16- March 18 $99 SKI or BOARD WAREHOUSE SALE 100 pairs of $99 skis/boards ... first come first serve $20.00 two courses for Lunch and 3 Course $27.00 for dinner 325 Old Guelph Rd. York Rd exit off Hwy 6 on Google Maps as Acadia Candles more than 3000 skis, snowboards and boots at warehouse pricing helmets, goggles poles and bags also (905) 523-8880 www.mcmastersports.com for information ...