MP hands out outstanding citizen awards

Simcoe Grey MP Kellie Leitch presented 25 constituents with Outstanding Citizens Medallions Sept. 23.

Leitch solicited nominations through a mailer and presented the awards at a ceremony at Station on the Green in Creemore.

Each recipient received a sesquicentennial pin and a certificate of appreciation.

Parliamentarians based their respective selections to recognize the achievements of outstanding individuals within their riding, as well as drawing on the inspiration of the four themes of the Canada 150: Reaffirming the importance of strong environmental stewardship; Engaging and inspiring youth; Supporting efforts toward national reconciliation of Indigenous and non-Indigenous Canadians; and Promoting a diverse and inclusive Canada.

The pins are crafted from the copper roofing of Canada’s Parliament Buildings (Centre Block) from 1918 to 1996. Natural weathering of the Parliament copper over 80 years has produced the characteristic green colour. Surface imperfections on individual pins are authentic markings that contribute to its heritage value.

They were made with the participation of the Ottawa-Carleton Association for Persons with Developmental Disabilities and all proceeds will help fund activities and day programs for persons in need.