2009 Spirit Award winners shine bright
April 8, 2010 | Community News | Archive 2010
Throughout 2009, generous Winnipeggers everywhere worked hard to ensure United Way has the resources to continue changing lives. Of those, several stand out for extraordinary leadership and commitment to our community through a United Way workplace campaign.
United Way recently recognized these individuals and organizations during our 2009 Celebration and Spirit Awards gala at Canad Inns Polo Park.
Congratulations 2009 United Way Spirit Award winners:
Canvasser/Team Canvasser Award
Jamie Gramiak, New Flyer Industries
Thank you to individuals and teams who act as United Way ambassadors and who inspire your friends and co-workers to support lasting change and better lives through United Way.
Employee Campaign Chair Award
Laurie Reimer, Online Business Systems
Jo-Ann Trudeau and Dave Chimuk, Manitoba Public Insurance
Thank you for your dedication to leading a successful United Way campaign in your workplace. Your energy and enthusiasm play a vital role in United Way's ability to maintain a network of essential resources.
Campaign Chair's Award
Johnston Group
Manitoba Blue Cross
PCL Constructors
Thank you to businesses, organizations and employee groups who consistently embody the spirit of United Way through your involvement, contributions and leadership. You have achieved United Way's highest level of recognition.
Best in Show
Of hundreds of workplace campaigns held throughout the city in 2009, Winnipeggers voted General Byng School's Tattoo Tamblyn event the best example of creativity, enthusiasm and spirit; and one of the wildest, wackiest moments of our 2009 Campaign.
In an Idol-esque competition, General Byng was one of three finalists vying for the most electronic votes from close to 600 United Way volunteers, supporters and staff in attendance at United Way's Celebration and Spirit Awards gala.
Accepting the award on behalf of General Byng were principal Darren Juby and educational assistant Matt Tamblyn - who helped the school earn the award by covering his entire body with hundreds of United Way temporary tattoos purchased by staff and students for donations of $1 each. The event raised close to $600.
Congratulations also to Best in Show finalists Manitoba Public Insurance and BDO Canada LLP for entertaining and inspiring us all with humour, enthusiasm and undeniable spirit!
Watch United Way's website for 2010 Spirit Award info and nomination forms.
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