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8- The Oakville Beaver, Wednesday April 9, 2008 www.oakvillebeaver.com Vision ­ To be the most livable town in Canada Join the Town of Oakville and local residents and businesses in support 7 - 7:30 p.m. - Reception 7:30 - 8 p.m. - Study Presentation of 8 - 9 p.m. - Expert Panel Discussion & Questions Earth Hour on Saturday, March 29 at 8 p.m. You are invited to a presentation on the initial studies that will help shape our new Official Plan: Join us in making Oakville the most livable town in Canada: Wednesday, April 16, 2008 Oakville Convention and Banquet Centre, 2515 Wyecroft Road, Oakville, ON 9 - 10 p.m. - Staff available for one-on-one discussions We will turn off our lights for an hour and join Seating is limited, please RSVP byacross millions April 10, 2008 to Stephanie the planet at Livingstone who 905-845-6601 ext. 3129 or email are fighting livableoakville@oakville.ca. climate change. You have an opportunity to ask the Expert Panel your planning questions. Please email your questions to livableoakville@oakville.ca. OAKVIL L E Nomin ate a Community Champion! SPORT DEVELOPMENT AWARD ­ Sponsored by Tim Hortons Recognizes an individual or organization whose outstanding contribution of leadership has helped to further the development of sports in Oakville. HERITAGE AND HISTORY AWARD ­ Sponsored by the Invidiata Team Recognizes an individual or organization who has made an outstanding contribution to Oakville's Heritage and History by aiding in the preservation and celebration of Oakville's natural, built and cultural heritage. ARTS AWARD ­ Sponsored by the Oakville Beaver Recognizes an individual or organization who, through their volunteerism, has contributed to the enhancement of the arts in Oakville. YOUTH AWARD ­ Sponsored by Royal Bank Recognizes a youth individual or group (18 years and under) who has made positive contributions towards enriching Oakville's quality of life. INTERNATIONAL AWARD - Sponsored by Riordon Design Recognizes an individual or organization who has made an outstanding voluntary contribution to an international initiative or project. For more information and nomination forms, visit www.oakville.ca or contact Louise Veres at 905-845-6601 ext.3154 or email lveres@oakville.ca Everyone has friends and colleagues who spend countless hours volunteering and supporting the many facets of our diverse community. This generous spirit is evident all around us. What better way to acknowledge their contribution than to nominate them for an Oakville Community Spirit Award. The Oakville Community Spirit Awards honours individuals, organizations, businesses and groups who help achieve our goal of making Oakville the most livable town in Canada. To celebrate Oakville's Community Champions, we encourage everyone to nominate that special someone who will make the awards evening truly magical. NOMINATIONS In order to recognize these volunteers, we need the Oakville community to submit the stories of these very deserving people. All nominees must be residents of Oakville and dedicate their volunteer time to an Oakville organization or initiative. Nomination forms can be filled out on-line at www.oakville.ca, or picked up at Town Hall, all three Oakville Community Centres and Oakville Public Library locations. Nomination deadline is April 25, 2008. AWARD CATEGORIES GROUP VOLUNTEER AWARD ­ Sponsored by Sun Life Financial Recognizes a group of three or more individuals who have come together to volunteer their time toward a shared goal/activity or event involving leadership, innovation and creativity. Activities or events can benefit all ages. INDIVIDUAL VOLUNTEER AWARD ­ Sponsored by Paradiso Restaurant Recognizes an individual who has made an outstanding volunteer contribution towards improving the well-being of Oakville residents of any age group. SENIOR AWARD ­ Sponsored by Seniors Helping Seniors Recognizes a senior (65 years and older) or group who has made an outstanding voluntary contribution to the Oakville community during their retirement years. HELP KEEP OAKVILLE BEAUTIFUL! Get involved in the 20-Minute Makeover on April 18. Take 20 minutes at 2 p.m. on Friday, April 18 and help clean-up! We're calling on all schools, families, community groups, and businesses to give a section of our community a "makeover" by picking up litter for at least 20 minutes. Free bags and gloves are provided. Registered participants will be recognized on the the Town's website after the event. Please visit www.oavkille.ca for details. Special thanks to our sponsors: - Pizza Pizza - Tim Hortons - Home Depot - McDonalds - TD Friends of the Environment - The Toronto Sun - The Toronto Star