Vaughan resident recognized for outstanding volunteer efforts
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Ward 1 Civic Hero Award
presented to Kathryn Angus
As an avid
volunteer in the city of Vaughan, Kathryn Angus is an involved resident who
dedicates her time to guide and encourage various initiatives that preserve and
support the interests of the community. Angus is the president of the Kleinburg
and Area Ratepayers Association and serves as both treasurer and administrator
of the Kleinburg Cornerstone Community Church. She generously donates her time
towards meaningful causes and is a dynamic voice for her neighbourhood.
Kathryn has devoted
countless hours to many other organizations in Kleinburg, including:
- Bindertwine Committee – an annual local festival celebrated in the heart of Kleinburg
- Kleinburg Business Improvement Area (BIA) – which supports the growth and nurturing of local businesses
- McMichael Canadian Art Collection – a publicly funded fine arts gallery that focuses on Canadian art and Indigenous art of Canada
- Trees for Kleinburg – an organization which aims to position Kleinburg as the leader in greening streetscapes
- Illuminating Engineering Society of North America Toronto Chapter – a not-for-profit organization dedicated to all aspects of the art and science of illumination
- Maple/Kleinburg Advisory Committee – a committee that meets to discuss issues to advise and inform the Mayor and Councillors on matters that affect the public
QUOTES
“People who give of
themselves as volunteers have a positive impact on our community. They help it
grow and inspire others to be guided by the spirit of generosity that defines
our city. It is always inspiring to see the amazing volunteer ethic we have in
the city of Vaughan. Kathryn Angus is a devoted resident and acts as a voice,
advocate and friend for her neighbours, positively contributing to the
well-being of her area. It is people like Kathryn who understand the value of
public service and know that, through their efforts, they are making the city a
better place. I offer my sincere congratulations to her for being recognized as
a Civic Hero.”
-Mayor Maurizio
Bevilacqua
“Kathryn Angus is an active member in her
community, providing her time and reliability to support the organizations in
which she is involved. She has displayed passion and commitment in her service
work by sitting on multiple boards for Kleinburg and surrounding areas. Kathryn
works tirelessly to help conserve the heritage of historical properties while
respecting community developments, nurturing arts and culture, preserving and
promoting greenspace and the environment, and assisting residents by encouraging
improvements to local services. Her gracious gift of time proves that she is
well-deserving of this award.”
-Ward 1 Councillor
Marilyn Iafrate
QUICK FACTS
- Each year, the City presents one resident from each ward a Civic Hero Award.
- Established in 2005, this recognition program identifies those who make exemplary individual contributions to the community.
- Recipients are nominated by their local Ward Councillor and acknowledged by Vaughan Council.
LEARN MORE
- City of Vaughan Civic Hero Awards webpage