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www.insideHALTON.com | OAKVILLE BEAVER | Thursday, February 26, 2015 | 18 Trillium grant gives Lorne Scots a boost with training On Feb. 11, members of the 1188 Lorne Scots Royal Canadian Army Cadets Corps (Oakville Army Cadets) displayed just a few of the many items bought by their Cadet Corps as a result of receiving a $49,000 grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF). The equipment assists the youths in their monthly physical training nights (PT) and various field training exercises (FTX) by providing up-to-date gear. Oakville MPP Kevin Flynn and OTF volunteer Alex Dhanjal, visited to present a plaque, congratulate the cadets and hear more about how the grant is making a difference. "This grant will enable the Oakville Army Cadets to participate in a range of recreational activities to help develop and enhance their leadership skills while also promoting healthy, active living. It's an honour to be a part of this ceremony and I congratulate the Lorne Scots on receiving the Trillium grant," said Flynn. Among the many items purchased was new sports and gym equipment, camping equipment and canoes and mountain bikes for both indoor and outdoor activities that keep the Cadets physically active. The tents were already put to use during the fall training and will be pressed into service again this spring. relates to their Army Cadet training," said Commanding Officer Captain Mark Phillips. The Oakville Army Cadets recently celebrated their 90th anniversary, serving the community of Oakville since 1924. Over the years, the Army Cadet program has evolved yet the objectives of this national organization remain the same: to successfully develop in young people greater leadership skills, an awareness of the outdoors and increased fitness levels. These objectives are obtained by delivering a cost-free program that offers fun and challenging activities that combine educational learning with many neighbourhood opportunities, which creates an increased understanding of how volunteer service helps to drive the success of communities like Oakville. For more information, visit www. oakvillearmycadets.ca or contact 905 9014616 or oakvillearmycadets@gmail.com. Meanwhile, leading Canadian grantmaker, the OTF strengthens the capacity of the voluntary sector through investments in community-based initiatives. An agency of the Government of Ontario, OTF builds healthy and vibrant communities. For more information, visit www.otf.ca. -- with files from Liz Langevin, civilian volunteer, Oakville Army Cadets Oakville MPP Kevin Flynn inspects Cadet Ali Dehghani prior to presenting the Oakville Army Cadets with a $49,000 Trillium Award at the Oakville Armoury on Feb. 11. | photo by Jayson Mills - special to the Beaver "Receiving funds from the Ontario Trillium Foundation has created greater opportunities for our cadet members to develop as individuals and as an organized unit, while at the same time learning and experiencing physical activity in a fun environment that Give Up To Give 1 in 10 students arrive at school without enough food for the day. Since 1967 You deserve to be comfortable Custom Custom made new new Sofas, Sofas, Chairs, Headboards & More. 1000's of Designs Fabrics, Styles & Colours to Choose Designer on Staff upholstery & design 2345 Wyecroft Rd, #11 Oakville · 905.616.3156 · www.baiers.ca Sofas · Chairs · Headboards · Throw Pillows · Drapery & Hardware Sponsored by: Join us for our PASTA FESTIVAL Give a donation by March 1st to help kids in your community live free from hunger. Learn more at livefreecampaign.ca February 17 th thru March 31st 3 Course Meal $26.95 See our full menu online. 1715 Lakeshore Road West www.michaelsbackdoor.com 905-822-5751