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Local youth delivers skates to others in Cat Lake community by Herb Garbutt Oakville Beaver Staff 21 | Thursday, March 19, 2015 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insideHALTON.com It was a simple game of shinny, something most Canadians take for granted. But this game meant a lot to Jack Mogus, because it meant so much more to those on the ice with him. For the second year in a row, Mogus collected skates -- more than 100 pairs -- for a remote community. This time when Mogus went along to deliver the skates to Cat Lake First Nation, an Ojibwa community 550 kilometres northeast of Kenora, Ont., he took his own skates so he could join in the game. That was Jan. 31 and despite the frigid -30C temperatures, he joined players on the ice for a game. "The kids were so happy to get a pair of skates," the Grade 9 White Oaks student said. Meeting them and seeing the impact that it's having, you just felt so welcome there. I've stayed in contact with them and the experience has been unbelievable." Jack's sisters, Julia and Emma, have been sending books to Cat Lake and other First Nations communities through Books With No Bounds, the non-profit they founded. When the idea of skates was brought up, Jack decided to take on the project by forming his own non-profit, Change By YOUth. With New Central Public School and the Panago Pizza location on Neyagawa Blvd. helping to collect skates and other hockey equipment, Mogus had more than 50 boxes of equipment to deliver. Mogus was thrilled by how the community responded to the skate drive. "The generosity of the people who contributed was incredible," he said. "The kids in these communities are so isolated, there's no way they would ever be able to go buy equipment." Mogus said the skate drive is a great chance to raise awareness of some of the issues facing First Nations people. Mogus' trip will be feature in Charity Village's Unsung Heroes profiles. And though Mogus called it a once-in-a-lifetime experience, listening to the 14-year-old describe his trip up north, it wouldn't be surprising to see it happen again. Jack Mogus, right, faces off in a game of shinny after collecting more than 100 pairs of skates and delivering them to Cat Lake First Nations, a remote Ojibwa community in northern Ontario. | photo courtesy Jack Mogus Audiology and Hearing Aid Centre Find out what your Neighbors already know! Did you know that 90% of our patients are referred by family, friends or neighbors. When you first move into a neighborhood, most people ask their neighbors which health professional they would recommend. The glowing reports by our current patients leads many new patients to our door. We are fair & competitive in our pricing, friendly and prompt, professional and caring. And although we don't like to boast, we do know that our office is unique in many of these qualities. We offer payment plans, price-matching, 2 week test drives and no charge follow up visits for the lifetime of the instruments Word of mouth speaks volumes. Trust who your neighbors trust. HEARING SCIENCES Since 1967 You deserve to be comfortable Custom made new Sofas, Sof Chairs, Chairs Headboards & More. 1000's of Designs Fabrics, Styles & Colours to Choose Designer on staff. Call us or text us to book an appointment to visit our showroom. upholstery & design 2345 Wyecroft Rd, #11 Oakville · 905.616.3156 · www.baiers.ca Sofas · Chairs · Headboards · Throw Pillows · Drapery & Hardware Call (905) 465-3277 (EARS) to book your complimentary hearing test ($60 value, Age 55+) If you've forgotten what fair, professional service feels like, call us and prepare to be amazed! Satisfaction guaranteed! OAKVILLE 2419 Marine Drive Because family matters Let us take care of you Oakview Funeral Home has been serving the Oakville community for over 30 years. We are proud community supporters and will assist your family in creating a highly personalized service to suit your taste and budget. Oakview Funeral Home serves one family at a time and offers competitive prices and superior service. Get your FREE Planning Kit! Call Dawn Spencer today: 905-842-2252 Look for us on Facebook Visit www.oakviewfuneral.ca for a virtual tour of our funeral home. On Now at The Brick! For more details go instore or online @thebrick.com. by Arbor Memorial 56 Lakeshore Road, W., Oakville Arbor Memorial Inc. Oakview Funeral Home Family Owned. Proudly Canadian.