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13 · OAKVILLE BEAVER Wednesday, June 24, 2009 REG JON CURRIE / OAKVILLE BEAVER Summer fun for kids to teens! Your choice of day camps oice camps! ! NOW ISTER THAT'S THE SPIRIT: James Valitchka, 14, proudly displays his Community Spirit Youth Award, a handcrafted bronze sculpture by local artist Bert Jackson. The student is an author, motivational speaker and volunteer with many organizations such as the Syl Apps Youth Centre and Kids Help Phone. Award winners show community spirit Oakville's volunteers were recognized for their selfless contributions at the eighth annual Community Spirit Awards last week. Recipients of the 2009 Oakville Community Spirit Awards are: · Sybil Rampen, Arts Award · Catherine Kavassalis, Environmental Award · Young Achievers of Halton, Group Volunteer Award · Barbara Savage, Heritage & History Award · Sensei Jonathan Kenney, Individual Volunteer Award · Courage Brothers, International Award · Shirley and Douglas Walmsley, Senior Award · James Valitchka, Youth Award The award winners were presented handcrafted bronze sculptures created by local artist Bert Jackson. The Oakville Community Spirit Awards recognize individuals and groups for their outstanding contribution to the community. 905-845-3417 410 Rebecca St., Oakville, ON L6K 1K7 Facsimile: 905-842-6792 E-mail: customerservice@oakville.ymca.ca