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Oakville Beaver, 31 Mar 2011, p. 10

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Hype about SkypeMaking a differenceContinued from page 8Ralph Robinson is the longest annual results consistently place the Oakvillecontinuously serving member of WITH KEVIN FLYNN:Terry Fox Run among the top 20 revenue runsOakville MPP Kevin Flynn council in Oakville and has also in Ontario.launched a new communica-been chair of the Oakville Terry Fox Those present also heard from cancer survi-tions initiative and then inter-vor David Visschedyk who credited RobinsonRun for 25 years. They say it only acted with a Grade 10 civicsand people like him with keeping Foxs memorytakes one person to make a differ-class at Iroquois Ridge alive by making sure children and new Canadiansence. Terry Fox made a difference Secondary from his Queen's know who Fox was and what he did.Park office via Skype. Throughto his community and so has RalphVisschedyk also noted the Terry Fox RunSkype, Flynn said he is now Robinson.funds cancer research, the importance of whichable to make visits to class-can never be overstated.rooms, events and even host When I was 8 years old I lost my leg to can-Oakville Mayor Rob Burtonlive coffee talk meetingscer, actually the same type of cancer Terry Foxthroughout the week from had. When Terry had his cancer about 50 perQueen's Park. Flynn is said tocent of people with that type cancer survived. Ihave Queen's Park abuzz with had my cancer not that long after, less than 10his trailblazing efforts to stay years later, and at that time 75 per cent of theserving member of council in Oakville and has connected to his constituencypeople with that cancer survived. Now its overalso been chair of the Oakville Terry Fox Run for through the use of modern90 per cent, said Fishdike.25 year. They say it only takes one person to technology. He launched theIts because of people who raise money formake a difference. Terry Fox made a difference Kevin Flynn mobile app a cou-the Terry Fox Run that these great strides haveto his community and so has Ralph Robinson.ple weeks ago created in part-happened.Robinson received more than one standing nership with Oakville'sOakville MPP Kevin Flynn brought with himovation during the presentation, all of which he Sheridan College the app the recognition and well wishes of the premiertook in stride.one of the first developed byfor Robinsons work, which was followed up byI am honoured to have been involved with an elected official in Canada.Oakville Mayor Rob Burton who issued an offi-both the Town of Oakville and the Oakville Terry In early May, Flynn is expected cial proclamation of appreciation and recogni-Fox Run for so many years, said Robinson in a to launch another communi-tion to Robinson.press release.cations piece.I am pleased to pay tribute to an outstand-I truly enjoy serving my community and ing humanitarian, said Burton.giving back to worthwhile causes like the Terry Ralph Robinson is the longest continuouslyFox Run.GRAHAM PAINE / OAKVILLE BEAVER TURN YOUR VISION INTO REALITYCALL TODAY For Your FREE Photo left to rightDan Cooper Royal LepPage; Design Mrk Holmes Lead singer Platinum Blonde, LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR ConsultationJules Graham-Hood Executive Director, M e m b e r o f L a n d s c a p e O n t a r io Est. 1993 Big Brothers /Sisters of Halton, Ronnie Brown (Oakville Centre for Performing Arts) and Sergio Galli (Platinum Blonde)31 DUNDAS ST. E. (HWY 5), WATERDOWN, ON L9H 7H8Dear FriendsShowroom 905.689.1880Thank you to our sponsors and supporters of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Halton. www.oasisgardendesign.comThe Platinum Blonde concert was an incredible successbecause of your compassion and support. Your assistance allows us to continue providing positive mentorship toyouth at-risk in our communities!Please join us at the Dan Cooper Celebrity Golf PARTY MAXTournament on May 19th, 2011 at Glen Abbey.Dan Cooper Royal LePageMainstream ClothierFor all Your Party Needs!Concept Lighting GalleriesSenzel Limo ServiceSpecial Orders WelcomeSeasons RestaurantBrassaii BistroAtlas Van LinesMontEntripy Custom Clothingfort RestaurantWOver 100 Licenced & Theme PartiesO(Iroquois Shore)Quality Inn and Suites (Bronte)NTag VodkaReligion & Graduation DecorationsCamerons BrewingOakville Centre For!Visual Artist Gail WilliamsNBachelorette, Bridal, Wedding & Stag Suppliesthe Performing ArtsEIsabella BriaticoPMy Best Printing ChoiceOVolunteers of Big BrothersOver 20,000 Balloons in StockMichael OSullivanGoodbrand GraphicsBig Sisters of HaltonKnarr JewelersGreen Light GraphicsOakville Beaver and Burlington PostOpen 7 days a week 10 a.m.-9 p.m.Guaranteed Best Prices!SWINGforKidsSakejoin us on May 19th for Dan Coopers Celebrity Golf Tournament 105 Cross Street, Oakvilleat Glen Abbey Golf Course in support of BBBSH!(Trafalgar Village Plaza across from The GO.1825 Station905.845)www.insideHALTON.com OAKVILLE BEAVER Thursday, March 31, 2011 10

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