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www.insideHALTON.com | OAKVILLE BEAVER | Friday, June 5, 2015 | 4 Volunteers recognized for their Community Spirit by Nathan Howes Special to the Beaver Oakville residents are known for their giving spirit, which was recognized Wednesday at the 14th annual Community Spirit Awards. The Town of Oakville-hosted event honours dedicated volunteers nominated by local residents, who recognition is deserved. The awards ceremony and reception was held at the Queen Elizabeth Park Community and Cultural Centre (QEPCCC). "Community spirit is thriving in Oakville. Our volunteers are making a difference in their neighbourhoods, town and the broader community. This giving spirit is a big part of what makes our town so livable," said Ward 3 Town Councillor Nick Hutchins. "Sometimes it's the quietest work that has the biggest impact, so I thank you for shining a light on the efforts of your friends, neighbours, staff, coworkers and peers." Of the 29 nominees this year, seven were recognized in categories including the Access Award, Arts, Group Volunteer, Heritage, Individual Volunteer, Senior and Youth. Winners and sponsors of the 14th annual Town of Oakville Community Spirit Awards gathered at Queen Elizabeth Park Community Centre Wednesday evening. Oakville's best and brightest volunteers were celebrated for their exemplary contributions to the community as seven individuals, groups and organizations were recognized. | photo by Jayson Mills - special to the Beaver Each recipient received an intricately-crafted ceramic sculpture by artist Thomas Suh. Sponsored by Genworth Financial Canada, the Heritage Award recognizes an individual or organization that has made an outstanding contribution to Oakville by aiding in the preservation and celebration of the town's natural, built or cultural heritage. Oakville naval reserve officer and author Sean Livingston took home the accolade for his 2014 book, Oakville's Flower: The History of HMCS Oakville, a historical account of the HMCS Oakville -- a Canadian Second World War Corvette that fought in the Battle of the Atlantic. Livingston was really "surprised and shocked" to be chosen, he said, noting the other see Award-winners on p.13 Save your time and money and let us do it for you! 6 VISITS - 12 TREATMENTS · YOU ARE COVERED SPRING, SUMMER AND FALL You Receive Your Complete and Unique Service. 4 Weed control 4 Fertilizer 4 An Aeration 4 Soil check 4 Compost 4 Monitoring of weeds, insects, diseases, cutting and watering Choose any individual service, also mowing and nematodes for grubs. $350 Book Now for Only TAx INCLUDED *Average Oakville Property Other plans from $199 $100 SAVE DIAMOND 100% NATURAL INGREDIENTS M a D e to Kensington Lawns K For a thick, green and healthy lawn 905.802.0158 Licensed by Ministry of the Environment FRESH & MaDe DELICIOUS NaChoS FreSh orDer BURRITOS 289-837-0111 thehabanero.ca www.KensingtonLawns.com Located Across the Street from Sheridan College on Trafalgar Rd. 1289 Marlborough Court, oakville As distinctive as you are You are unique. Your family is unique. Ask our trusted specialists about personalized options for lasting remembrance, and preserve the memory of one special life forever. Call today to take the first step: 905-257-1100 Look for us on Facebook Buying? Selling? Re-financing? GOLD glenoaks.ca Call me for a quote at 905-845-0767 ext. 222 Glen Oaks Funeral Home & Cemetery by Arbor Memorial 1276 Cornwall Road, Unit C, Oakville Ontario, L6J 7W5 Family Owned. Proudly Canadian. Personal Professional Service at Competitive Rates 3164 Ninth Line (403 & Dundas St.), Miss./Oakville, ON Arbor Memorial Inc. www.haxelllaw.com · lawyers@haxelllaw.com T: 905-845-0767 · F: 905-845-5552