Originally appeared in The OSCAR, June 2000.
The Whitton Awards Ceremony, May 31, was a great success. Assembly Hall at Lansdowne Park was filled as family, friends and neighbours celebrated accomplishments of 29 outstanding Capital Ward volunteers.
It was an honour to present Whitton Awards to Old Ottawa South residents: Community Activism to John Graham; Sports & Recreation to Bob Adamyk, Jeff Hume and John Loop: Business & Commercial Activities to Arthur McGregor and Terry Penner and Arts & Culture to Abby Pollonetsky.
I surprised Mayor Jim Watson with a one-time Special Whitton Award honouring him for his public recognition of volunteers.
Thanks to all sponsors without whom we could not stage this wonderful event. Thanks to Allison Woyiwada and Hopewell School band who entertained marvellously. Thanks also to Brad and Heather Cairns of Framed! for framing the certificates.