in Chatsworth, Grey Highlands, Southgate, West Grey
November 20, 2023
Award recipients photo (top): Award recipients gathered for a group photo. Names and categories below.
JCI Team photo (bottom) from left to right: Carolyn Dyer, Deedra Watson, Craig Watson, Joan John (Founder), Brenda Stewart, MacKenzie Campbell, Pam Burgess, Don Parchment, Cedenia Flake, Robert Troche.
BY SOUTHGREY.CA STAFF — JunCtian Community Initiatives (JCI) celebrated International Men's Day by acknowledging men in the community who exemplify leadership and commitment to the residents of South Grey through their volunteer efforts for at least three years. The Award of Excellence Gala took place on November 18 at the Dundalk Legion with a formal dinner and entertainment by the Midnight Special Band.
Sponsors for the evening were Dundalk Foodland, Tim Horton's, Dundalk Credit Union, Lorenzo Reyes/Dundalk Esso, and Intact Insurance. The meal was catered by Jamaica House Kitchen and JCI Board Member Mohanie Harripaul.
Nominees by category:
Excellence in Humanities (presenter Carolyn Dyer)
Recognizing outstanding community engagements through various humanitarian endeavors.
Excellence in Arts and Media (presenter Mary Redmond) Recognizing excellence through arts and media and celebrating the achievements of the creative community.
Excellence in Business (presenter Alethia Stephenson O'Hara)
Recognizing businesses that demonstrate an approach to community well-being as a whole.
Excellence in Public Service (presenter Rasheen Oliver)
Demonstrated commitment to South Grey residents with the highest standard of conduct and social responsibility within the community.
Excellence in Community Service (presenter Doneika Parchment)
Recognizing excellence in volunteer work with charitable, nonprofit, community, church or similar organizations within the community.
Excellence in Community Outreach (presenter Bonnie Black)
Recognizing outstanding individuals who volunteer to improve the health and wellness of individuals within the community.
Excellence in Leadership and Inspiration (presenter Alicia Ali)
Recognizing individuals who are working to improve and promote healthy communities.
Men of JCI Boards and Programs (presenter Brenda Stewart)
JCI Advocacy Volunteers (presenter Joan John)
A Blossom performed I'll Be There, a fitting song for the occasion.
Mindnight Special rocked the evening after formal ceremonies.
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