Submitted by the Canadian Cancer Society, Huntsville Branch
The Canadian Cancer Society (CCS), Huntsville Branch, held an appreciation tea at Chartwell Muskoka Traditions Retirement Residence on Sunday, May 5. Twenty-eight volunteers and five spouses were in attendance.
A special award, the Celebrating Impact in Community Operations Award, which is given to a group that have demonstrated outstanding efforts in the support of the Society’s day-to-day activities, was presented to the Huntsville Branch Council by Jeff Cornett, CCS Executive Director for the Province of Ontario.
In addition, several volunteers received milestone years-of-service awards.
Of the 52 volunteers up for recognition, 18 years-of-service award recipients were in attendance, including Bob Addision on the Council who was presented with his 60-years-of-service pin.
The Huntsville branch of the Canadian Cancer Society receives their Celebrating Impact in Community Operations Award from Jeff Cornett (right), CCS Executive Director for Ontario. Branch president Linda Smith (second from right) received the award on behalf of the group. (supplied)
Bob Addison (right) received a 60-years-of-service pin from Jeff Cornett (left) and Deputy Mayor Karin Terziano. (supplied)
The Huntsville Branch is comprised of nine long-standing dedicated volunteers, whose total combined years of service totals 255! The Huntsville Branch, under the leadership of president Linda Smith, actively participate in all fundraising campaigns which allow for mission delivery of the Society’s programs.
The branch meets monthly. If you are interested in learning more about the Canadian Cancer Society and how to get involved, please contact 1-888-939-3333.
The Huntsville Branch of the Canadian Cancer Society appreciates the support of its volunteers and community members. Jadeyn and Cambria are two young supporters who sold golf balls at a family yard sale last summer and, having gone through their mom’s journey of breast cancer, decided to donate the money they raised to the Canadian Cancer Society. (Photo: Jen Wahl)
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Congratulations to everyone for all their efforts in fundraising and volunteering. Bob, I didn’t know you were that old but you always do a wonderful job and keep us on our toes.