Cleanup efforts make a difference in community
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Ward 3 Civic Hero Award presented to Valeria Mitsubata
Valeria Mitsubata has
an eye for detail and beauty. The Vaughan resident, well known for her
photography talent, is also a volunteer who works to keep the community clean. In
recognition of her contribution to improving the environment and engaging other
residents, Ms. Mitsubata was presented with the Civic Hero Award for Ward 3 by
Vaughan Council yesterday.
Ms. Mitsubata has been organizing cleanup days and special events in her
Vellore Woods community for a number of years. She encourages children and
adults to join her mission every spring to collect as much litter as possible.
QUOTES
“Valeria Mitsubata is
a passionate and motivated individual who truly cares about her community. With
the knowledge that one person has the power to inspire change, she began an
annual litter clean up in her community that continues to grow every year. She
has drawn hundreds of people in her Vellore Woods community to participate in
this meaningful event that not only serves to beautify the area, but bring friends
and neighbours together. Valeria is a community champion who demonstrates her
love of city through both words and deeds. On behalf of the City of Vaughan, I
would like to express my sincere gratitude to her for bring the person that she
is – one who is committed to the betterment of our city and our world.”
-Mayor Maurizio
Bevilacqua
“Valeria Mitsubata has set a wonderful
example for the entire City with her dedication to cleaning up our community. She
takes great joy in bringing residents together to make Vaughan a greener place.
She strives to create a sense of belonging in her neighbourhood – by including
as many people as possible in her efforts – while also teaching children about
the effects of littering. She exemplifies the true meaning of a civic hero.”
-Ward 3 Councillor Rosanna
DeFrancesca
QUICK FACTS
- The Civic Hero Award is presented annually to residents from each of Vaughan’s five wards
- The awards recognize outstanding achievement and individual contributions to the community
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