Order of Vaughan recipient recognized for commitment to volunteerism
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Ward 3 Civic Hero Award presented
to Noor Din
Noor Din is a proud
immigrant who came to Canada from Pakistan in 1990 and now devotes his time to
developing programs and activities that help others integrate into Canadian
society. He is the founder of Human Endeavor, an innovative not-for-profit
community organization, which provides important social services for newcomers
and seniors in Vaughan.
He has served as
vice-president of the Seniors Association of Vaughan Initiative, a senior
services group based in Vaughan. Noor is also active with the Punjabi Community
Health Services, which provides culturally appropriate services to the South Asian
community in York and Peel regions.
As a devoted volunteer
and community advocate, Noor has supported several organizations and
initiatives in Vaughan and beyond, including the Vaughan Community Health
Centre Advisory Committee, the Central Local Health Integration Network,
Community Leadership Resources, the United Way of Greater Toronto, COSTI
Immigrant Services and Community Home Assistance to Seniors (CHATS). Noor is a
recipient of the Ministry of Health's Innovation Award, the 3M Health Leadership
Award, and the Order of Vaughan – the City's highest honour.
Today, during a special
virtual ceremonial presentation in the Committee of the Whole Public Hearing,
Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua, Ward 3 Councillor Rosanna DeFrancesca and Members of
Council presented Noor Din with the 2020 Ward 3 Civic Hero Award.
QUOTES
“In Vaughan, we
are blessed to have citizens like Noor Din, who go above and beyond to provide
service to their neighbours when they need it most. Noor's
dedicated efforts are driven by the noble mission to make a positive and
meaningful impact in the lives of some of society's most marginalized and
vulnerable communities, and he remains committed to doing his part to help
build a welcoming, inclusive and prosperous city for all. Through his
determination, focus and compassion, I am confident that Noor will continue to
enhance the high quality of life we enjoy here in Vaughan. I want to extend my warmest
and sincerest appreciation to Noor for his unwavering commitment to bring out
the very best of what our city has to offer.”
- Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua
“As a longtime resident of Ward 3, Noor Din remains committed to giving
back to his community. He puts his heart into everything he does and works
tirelessly to improve the lives of others. He is a true champion
for diversity and opportunity for all. Noor’s accomplishments are a testament to
his character, and they speak to the higher values of compassion, respect and
social responsibility. We are grateful to have a leader like Noor in Vaughan
who stands for inclusion, empowerment and high quality of life for everyone. Thank
you, Noor, for everything you do for our community and congratulations on
receiving this award.”
- Councillor Rosanna DeFrancesca, Ward 3
QUICK FACTS
- Mayor and Members of Council presented Noor Din with the 2020 Ward 3 Civic Hero Award during a special virtual ceremonial presentation at the Committee of the Whole Public Hearing on Tuesday, Dec. 1.
- 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 Ward Councillor and acknowledged by Vaughan Council.
- The awards began in 2005 and recognize outstanding achievement and individual contributions to the community.
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