Dave Elfassy named 2023 Ward 4 Civic Hero
Vaughan resident recognized for volunteerism
At tonight's Committee of the Whole (Public Meeting), Mayor Steven Del Duca, Ward 4 Councillor Chris Ainsworth, and Members of Council recognized Dave Elfassy as the 2023 Ward 4 Civic Hero.
Dave has been an active volunteer at the Vaughan Food Bank for the past six years, helping provide food and toys for those in need. He has also helped raise funds for SickKids hospital by supporting the Thornhill Woods Haunted House through his donations of treats, gift cards, clothing and tickets. Dave has helped organize community triathlon events for children and families to promote physical activity and a positive relationship with exercise.
As a passionate advocate for the environment, Dave’s love of our city’s greenspaces extends well past his property line. In his spare time, he consistently works to keep Vaughan’s neighbourhoods beautiful, participating in regular community cleanups to ensure the city’s pristine natural beauty endures for future generations.
QUOTES
“Vaughan’s Civic Hero Awards are presented annually to one resident from each of the city’s five wards. They recognize outstanding individual achievements and highlight some of the amazing people who make Vaughan special. Dave Elfassy is well known to residents of Ward 4 for his hard work, leadership and active volunteerism. He’s helped those in need, contributed to charitable causes and worked hard to keep our community beautiful. Dave is a well-deserving recipient of the Vaughan Civic Hero Award, and we are proud to acknowledge his hard work.”
- Mayor Steven Del Duca
“I’ve known Dave Elfassy for years, and his contributions to our community are impactful. He’s an active volunteer, a leader and someone who chooses to make a difference. Dave has supported various causes throughout the years, and whether it’s SickKids, the Vaughan Food Bank, or the promotion of physical health, he gives 100 per cent. Ward 4 is fortunate to have someone like Dave Elfassy, and I was proud to nominate him as our Civic Hero for 2023.”
- Councillor Chris Ainsworth, Ward 4
QUICK FACTS
- Vaughan’s Civic Hero Awards are presented annually to one resident from each of the city’s five wards.
- Recipients are nominated by their Local Councillor and acknowledged by Vaughan Council.
- The awards began in 2005 to recognize outstanding achievements and individual contributions to the community.
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