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Fo, By RICHARD VIVIAN The Champion Milton Rev. John Roberts received national attention Septernher 10 when the federal govemrment presenled hirn with a volunteerisrn award on CTV's Canada AM. 1I think it was very nice. lFrnt very pleased," Rev. Roberts told The Champion. "t always feel awkward when it cornes to any recognition. I'rn always ernhar- rassed. The award follows 10 years of volunteer work as a chaplamn with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. As chaplain, Rev. Roheis pro- vides counselling services for members of the force ini hoth per- sona] and joh-related fields. tn cases of disaster - like Swiss Air tlight 111 at Peggy's Covc, Nova Scotia -Rev. Roberts also provides grief counselling for vic- tims of tragedy and their farnilies. "He was extremnely well-liked hy the officers in Peggy's Cove," said Const. Mike Cote of the RCMP. "He's a jovial fellow, a gentleman that makes you feel cornfortahle. We certainly consider ourselves lucky to have hirn on board as part of our organization." The award presenlation was made in conjunction with the International Year of the Volunteer, as declared by the United Nations. 'Dinner at restaurant planned to raise funds for New York The Harrop Restaurant on Steeles The cosi is $50 per person, with at least Avenue is joining others around the world $20 going toward relief. A portion of the in support of thc New York Relief Fund. gratuities will also he donated. On Thursday, a portion of sales frorn a For rnore information or to reserve a specialty dinner will go the fund. seat, calI (905) 878-8161, ext. 2. The Canadian Champion, Fniday, October 5, 2001-S CONGRATULATIONS TO M T F M F P -! The Halton Catholic District Sehool Board and the Halton District School Board commend you on World TeRaclwrsy Day Octobrt 5,2001. Thank you for your contributions to our excellent education systemns. Your leadership, commitment and dedication to improving student Iearning are truly appreciated. As an educator in Halton, you make a significant difference to the lives of our students. ,fps% Dt1lcls '~Iu tii ~II ~L~J ~fl AI Bailey Ethel Gardiner Chair of the Board Chair of the Board Lou Piovesan Dusty Papke Director of Educalion Director of Education Rev. John Roborts (fer right) of Milton recently received a volunteer award from the ioderai gov- erniment for his work with the RCMP. Hore, he poses with RCMP memnbers and other recipients. ,iReverend gets federal award