Ward 2 Civic Hero Award presented to Deborah McCracken-Nangereke
Local resident improving and transforming lives around the world
Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua, Ward 2 Councillor Tony
Carella and Members of Council, celebrated the accomplishments of Deborah McCracken-Nangereke,
recipient of the 2018 Ward 2 Civic Hero Award. Surrounded by friends and
family, Ms. McCracken-Nangereke was honoured during a meeting of Committee of
the Whole (Public Hearing) on April 2.
TOBFC is a recipient of Mayor Bevilacqua’s
Spirit of Generosity initiative. The Vaughan-Wambilo Montessori Kindergarten
opened in August 2012 through support from the annual Mayor’s Gala and Golf
events. It is one of 22 schools established by TOBFC in Tanzania.
QUOTES
“I want to offer my sincere congratulations to Deborah
McCracken-Nangereke for receiving the Ward 2 Civic Hero Award, as well as my gratitude
for the important humanitarian work she undertakes in Tanzania. Vaughan is a progressive
community blessed with people who are truly caring, selfless and compassionate.
Ms. McCracken-Nangereke is an example of the spirit of generosity that thrives
in our city. Her conviction and passion for helping children and families in
remote areas of Tanzania has made her an inspiration to the citizens of her
hometown and to the entire global community. Ms. McCracken-Nangereke’s story is
moving. Her vision is inspiring. Her
cause is noble and enduring.”
- Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua
- Ward 2 Councillor Tony Carella
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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.
- The Order of Vaughan is the highest honour the City of Vaughan may present.
- Since 2011, the efforts and events of the Spirit of Generosity have raised more than $30 million. Proceeds have gone to help more than 150 not-for-profit and community organizations that play a vital role in shaping the city of Vaughan.
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MORE
- Civic Hero Awards webpage
- Spirit of Generosity recipient charity list (PDF)
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