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PRESENTATION TO THE RECIPIENTS OF THE 2016 ORDER OF THE SPIRIT CATCHER AND YOUTH SPIRIT CATCHER AWARDS
Mayor Lehman announced that the recipients of the 2016 Order of the Spirit Catcher and Youth Spirit Catcher Award are the highest awards presented in the City of Barrie and that the recipients were recognized at a gala held by the Barrie Community Foundation.
Councillor M. Prowse commented on the pleasure that it provides the members of the Order of the Spirit Catcher Committee to review the submissions of Barrie residents who make exceptional contributions to the community. He discussed the nomination process and the surprise experienced by the recipients when they are notified that they are to receive these awards. Councillor Prowse described criteria associated with the Order of the Spirit Catcher Award and the Youth Spirit Catcher Award (for ages 12 to 18). He stated that there were two candidates that stood out this year.
Youth Spirit Catcher
Councillor B. Ward announced that the recipient for the 2016 Youth Spirit Catcher Award was Miss Christina D'Alessandro. He commented that her nomination outlined that she is an active member of the War Amps Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program and that she has gone above and beyond, by volunteering her time to spread important messages in the community.
Councillor Ward discussed that the nomination submission detailed Christina's determination and zest for life as an inspiration to all, and that after meeting Christina and her family at Gala held by the Barrie Community Foundation, he could personally attest to her enthusiasm.
Councillor Ward noted that Christina is a strong advocate of The War Amps PLAYSAFE message and for the last six years she has joined the War Amps float in local parades, acting as a Safety Ambassador and encouraging kids to "spot the danger" before they play. He indicated that Christina has met with children who have lost limbs in accidents that could have been prevented and she has...
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