Uploads from Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration, tagged volunteering

Brian J. Tardif

nobody@flickr.com (Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration) — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 08:45:00 -0700

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Brian Tardif of Ottawa is a dedicated leader who has worked tirelessly to improve the lives of intellectually and physically disabled people. His leadership helped to create One Community Place, headquarters for several community organizations in Ottawa.

Brian Tardif, d’Ottawa, est un chef de file dévoué qui a travaillé sans relâche afin d’améliorer la vie des personnes ayant un handicap intellectuel ou physique. Son leadership a contribué à la création de One Community Place, qui est devenu le siège de plusieurs organismes communautaires à Ottawa.

Alexander R. Waugh

nobody@flickr.com (Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration) — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 08:44:58 -0700

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Alex Waugh of Toronto has been an advocate for financially disadvantaged students for more than 40 years. Through his professional and volunteer work he has helped to improve access to higher education by developing degree programs for non-traditional students at the University of Toronto’s Woodsworth College.

Alex Waugh, de Toronto, est un intervenant en faveur des étudiantes et étudiants financièrement défavorisés depuis plus de 40 ans. Dans le cadre de ses activités professionnelles et bénévoles, il a contribué à améliorer l’accès à l’éducation supérieure en créant des programmes conduisant à l’obtention d’un diplôme pour les étudiantes et étudiants non traditionnels, au collège Woodsworth de l’Université de Toronto.

Richard M. Hannah

nobody@flickr.com (Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration) — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 08:45:06 -0700

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Richard Hannah of Uxbridge promotes the value of good sportsmanship and fair play among youth through amateur swimming. He is dedicated to making swimming more accessible throughout the province.

Richard Hannah, d’Uxbridge, fait la promotion de l’esprit sportif et du franc-jeu chez les jeunes par l’entremise de la natation amateur. Il consacre ses efforts à rendre la natation accessible partout dans la province.

Ernest F. Crossland

nobody@flickr.com (Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration) — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 08:45:02 -0700

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Ernie Crossland of Newmarket is one of the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Foundation’s most outspoken advocates. He created a walking trail that links the lake’s conservation areas, and founded a scholarship to assist students pursuing environmental studies. An extraordinary volunteer, Ernie has served and helped grow the presence of the Lions Club International for the last 60 years.

Ernie Crossland, de Newmarket, est l’un des plus ardents porte-parole de l’organisme Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Foundation. Il a créé des sentiers pédestres qui relient les aires de protection de la nature du lac et il a créé une bourse d’études afin d’aider celles et ceux qui souhaitent poursuivre des études dans le domaine de l’environnement. Ernie est un bénévole extraordinaire, il a été membre et il a contribué à la croissance du Club Lions International au cours des 60 dernières années.

Stephen Wing-cheung Lam

nobody@flickr.com (Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration) — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 08:45:07 -0700

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Stephen Lam of Richmond Hill has led many settlement organizations in coordinating a one-stop service for immigrants in York region. He created the first of five welcoming centres for the growing diverse communities in the area, helping more than 10,000 new Ontarians with their transition to Canada.

Stephen Lam, de Richmond Hill, a aidé de nombreux organismes d’aide à l’établissement à coordonner leurs services afin d’offrir un guichet unique aux immigrants de la région de York. Il a créé le premier de cinq centres d’accueil à l’intention de la population de plus en plus diversifiée de la région, ce qui a permis d’aider plus de 10 000 nouvelles Ontariennes et nouveaux Ontariens à s’adapter au Canada.

Ancilla P. Ho-Young

nobody@flickr.com (Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration) — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 08:45:00 -0700

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Ancilla Ho-Young of Burlington has been, for the last 11 years, a first-responder to victims of sexual assault and domestic abuse at Nina’s Place, the only sexual assault and domestic violence centre in Halton Region.

Ancilla Ho-Young, de Burlington, est depuis 11 ans, première répondante de victimes d’agression sexuelle et de violence familiale à Nina’s Place, le seul centre pour les victimes d’agression sexuelle et de violence familiale dans la région de Halton.

Jack H. Foster

nobody@flickr.com (Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration) — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 08:45:04 -0700

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Jack Foster of St. Catharines is known for making a difference in the lives of children with disabilities and their families. He raised $2.1 million for the redevelopment of the Niagara Peninsula Children’s Centre to help more kids receive the support they need to reach their potential.

Jack Foster, de St. Catharines, est reconnu pour faire une différence dans la vie d’enfants handicapés et de leur famille. Il a recueilli 2,1 millions de dollars pour le réaménagement du Niagara Peninsula Children’s Centre afin de lui permettre de fournir à un plus grand nombre d’enfants le soutien dont ils ont besoin pour réaliser leur potentiel.

Nalini Stewart

nobody@flickr.com (Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration) — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 08:45:05 -0700

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Nalini Stewart of Toronto has promoted arts and culture through 40 years of public service in Ontario. Her volunteer career includes working with the Art Gallery of Ontario, the Ontario Arts Council, Canada Council, the Stratford Festival and the Ontario Trillium Foundation, where she helped create opportunities for First Nations and Aboriginal peoples.

Nalini Stewart, de Toronto, a fait la promotion des arts et de la culture pendant ses 40 années de service public en Ontario. Dans le cadre de sa carrière de bénévole, elle a œuvré auprès du Musée des beaux-arts de l’Ontario, du Conseil des arts de l’Ontario, du Conseil des arts du Canada, du Festival de Stratford et de la Fondation Trillium de l’Ontario, où elle a contribué à créer des débouchés pour les membres des Premières Nations et les Autochtones.

2012 Ontario Medal for Good Citizenship recipients

nobody@flickr.com (Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration) — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 08:45:03 -0700

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2012 Ontario Medal for Good Citizenship recipients with the Honourable Charles Sousa, Minister of Citizenship and Immigration (right/left/centre) and the Honourable David C. Onley, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario (right/left/centre).

Les récipiendaires de la Médaille du mérite civique de l’Ontario avec l'honorable Charles Sousa, ministre des Affaires civiques et de l’Immigration (à droite/à gauche/au centre) et l’honorable David C. Onley, lieutenant-gouverneur de l’Ontario (à droite/à gauche/au centre).

Frank I. Fernandes

nobody@flickr.com (Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration) — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 08:45:02 -0700

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Frank Fernandes of Toronto is a successful immigrant and entrepreneur who has built bridges between local communities and the police service for the safety and well-being of Ontarians. His volunteer and philanthropic endeavours include working with the Toronto Police, Bowmanville Fire Department, The Rotary Club, and St. John Ambulance.

Frank Fernandes, de Toronto, est un immigrant et entrepreneur prospère qui a bâti des ponts entre les collectivités locales et les services de police afin de favoriser la sécurité et le bien-être des Ontariennes et Ontariens. Dans le cadre de ses activités bénévoles et philanthropiques, il a notamment travaillé auprès du service de police de Toronto, du service d’incendie de Bowmanville, du Club Rotary et l’Ambulance Saint-Jean.

Anand Rupnarain

nobody@flickr.com (Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration) — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 08:44:59 -0700

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Anand Rupnarain of Toronto is a founding member of the Toronto Arya Samaj, a welcoming and meeting place for the Indo-Caribbean community. He also helped found the Vedic Cultural Centre, a facility for people of various backgrounds that provides meditation programs and educational activities for all ages.

Anand Rupnarain, de Toronto, est membre fondateur de l’organisme Toronto Arya Samaj, un centre d’accueil et de rencontre à l’intention de la communauté indo-caribéenne. Il a aussi collaboré à la fondation du Vedic Cultural Centre, un établissement qui s’adresse aux personnes d’origine diverse et qui offre des programmes de méditation et des activités éducatives pour les personnes de tous âges.

Paulet A. Biedermann

nobody@flickr.com (Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration) — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 08:45:06 -0700

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Paulet Biedermann of Cambridge is a 32 year-old Kitchener and Waterloo volunteer known for her support for newcomers, women, youth and people with mental disabilities. She is a leader in the Caribbean community, the host and creator of a radio talk show that highlights issues affecting minorities and an advocate for underage victims of sexual abuse and pregnant teens.

Paulet Biedermann, de Cambridge, est une bénévole de 32 ans de Kitchener-Waterloo reconnue pour son soutien aux nouveaux arrivants, aux femmes, aux jeunes et aux personnes ayant une déficience intellectuelle. Elle est une chef de file au sein de la communauté caribéenne, l’animatrice et la créatrice d’une émission-débat radiophonique qui permet de discuter des problèmes qui touchent les minorités et elle intervient en faveur des jeunes victimes d’agression sexuelle et des adolescentes enceintes.

Christine H. Wilson

nobody@flickr.com (Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration) — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 08:45:01 -0700

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Christine Wilson of Ottawa is the founder of Total Communication Environment, a non-profit organization that was established 23 years ago to provide a home to a small group of children with multiple disabilities and special communications needs. Today, the organization supports 95 people in the Ottawa area.

Christine Wilson, d’Ottawa, est la fondatrice de Total Communication Environment, un organisme sans but lucratif qui a été mis sur pied il y a 23 ans pour héberger un petit groupe d’enfants ayant des handicaps multiples et des besoins particuliers en matière de communication. De nos jours, l’organisme vient en aide à 95 personnes dans la région d’Ottawa.

Mississauga - One Voice One Team

nobody@flickr.com (Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration) — Thu, 21 Jun 2012 09:36:23 -0700

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Hamilton - walk so kids can talk

nobody@flickr.com (Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration) — Thu, 21 Jun 2012 09:36:20 -0700

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South Frontenac - Music in the Garden event

nobody@flickr.com (Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration) — Thu, 21 Jun 2012 09:36:25 -0700

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South Frontenac - community garden

nobody@flickr.com (Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration) — Thu, 21 Jun 2012 09:36:25 -0700

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Markham - Rogers TV daytime

nobody@flickr.com (Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration) — Thu, 21 Jun 2012 09:36:22 -0700

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Guelph Wellington - FuzzyLogic concert

nobody@flickr.com (Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration) — Thu, 21 Jun 2012 09:36:25 -0700

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Waterloo - Dig in

nobody@flickr.com (Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration) — Thu, 21 Jun 2012 09:36:25 -0700

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