MARCH 10, 2010
Parksville Residents Shine at Glassies Community Awards

VICTORIA- Parksville-Qualicum MLA Ron Cantelon rose in the Legislature to highlight some of the winners of the Parksville Glassies Awards.

“The Glassies are a beautiful etched-glass trophy that's awarded by the Parksville and District Chamber of Commerce to outstanding citizens. Gerry Ethier was recognized as volunteer of the year. Gerry is known for his determination and ability to engage others. Get Gerry going, and you get a crowd.

“The community builder of the year was awarded to the Parksville and District Association for Community Living, who've been dedicated for 50 years to helping their clients become integral and productive members of the community.

“Entrepreneur of the year was given to Rhiannon Cosgrave who, in the middle of a depression, decided to start up her business, Natural Synergy Day Spa. She ventured forth and succeeded where others feared to dare.

“The outstanding customer service award was given to Angela Giannotti, owner and operator of Bugsy's Bar and Grill. It's more than just food. You get a very rich, warm family experience in Angela's place.

“Youth of the year went to Morgan Farrell, a very busy young woman. Morgan is working on her gold-level Duke of Edinburgh's Award.

“The environmental sustainability award was given to Earthbank Resource Systems, in the business of recycling waste into garden compost.

“Business of the Year was given to Parksville Pharmasave. Owner-operators John Shillabeer and Tammy Toriglia use a team approach with their staff to give the best health advice to their clients.

“The Citizen of the Year went to Kevin Clayton, a leader, a motivator, a get-it-done kind of guy. This realtor with Coast Realty in Parksville really knows how to give back to the community.

“So let's celebrate all our community builders and join with us in congratulating them on their achievements.”

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