During the Organization of our Dreams exercise that the core team presented at the April division meeting, the men shared some of their ideas of what an ideal organization would look like. One of the ideas they shared was “The organization we are committed to enrolls, inspires and trains great men”.
One of the great men in our organization is Steve Oliver. Read the two letters below to learn about how he is making a difference and how he is being recognized for it.
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Good morning friends,
As you are aware I have been quite involved with our local branch of the Canadian Mental Health Association for about 12 years.
A long time family friend had asked me to help out with a little fundraising for them. Since then we bought a small apartment building in Bobcaygeon with 6 apartments(without any government funding) and we are getting ready to start construction of a new “affordable housing” 18 unit townhouse style apartment building in Lindsay. This is being done without any government funding with the possible exception that the municipality might waive development fees. Our programs have steadily grown and the number of individuals and families we assist grow every year. We have learned how to make every penny count.
Earlier this week, I received a special letter in the mail from CMHA, Ontario Division, and I wanted to share the news with those of you who have had a positive influence on me over the years. Thank you for your support and friendship. Please see the note below.
Sincerely,
Steve Oliver
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Dear Board members, friends and staff,
I am excited to inform you that our own Steve Oliver will receive the CMHA Ontario Outstanding Volunteer Service Award, on June 6th, 2008 in Toronto.
Congratulations Steve…well deserved and we are proud of you. Everything that you have done has made a difference & has improved the quality of life for the people whom we serve.
Naresh James
Executive Director
