KINGSTON, ON. / June 23, 2016 – Every year, the Ontario Ministry of Citizenship Immigration and Trade hosts receptions in communities across the province to recognize individuals for their years of continued volunteer service with not-for-profit organizations.
This year, eight United Way KFLA volunteers, who have demonstrated a long-term volunteering commitment, were recognized during a special ceremony held on Wednesday, June 22nd at the Ambassador Hotel & Conference Centre, Kingston.
We would like to congratulate the following United Way volunteers who are recipients for this year’s Volunteer Service Awards:
- Matthew Kussan – youth category
- Juan Mariona-Melara – youth category
- Wendy Stuckart – 5 years
- Debi Wells – 5 years
- Bruce Jeffrey – 10 years
- Patrick Murphy – 10 years
- Leanne O’Mara – 10 years
- Christine Blais – 15 years
The Ontario Volunteer Service Awards recognize individuals for five, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30+, 40+, 50+ and 60+ years of continuous service. Youth (under the age of 24) are recognized for two or more years of continuous service. Recipients are presented with a stylized trillium service pin acknowledging their years of service and a personalized certificate.
For information call 613-542-2674 or email uway@unitedwaykfla.ca.
About United Way KFLA
United Way works with individuals, organizations and key partners to build and strengthen our community, bringing people and resources together to facilitate change. Our vision is a future where people are self-sufficient in a community, where individuals live with hope, dignity and a sense of belonging. Visit www.unitedwaykfla.ca for more information.
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Media Contact:
Bhavana Varma, CEO, United Way KFL&A
613-542-2674, ext. 1101 bvarma@unitedwaykfla.ca
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