The Mayor and Council's “Children First” Roundtable today recognized
the outstanding contribution of Sudbury organization Childhood-Enfance to
the lives of Greater Sudbury children. On behalf of Mayor Jim Gordon and
City Council, Roundtable Co-Chairs Louise Portelance and Janet Gasparini
honoured the organization Childhood-Enfance, represented by Clement
Lafrenière. Mayor Gordon commented: “Childhood-Enfance is a
perfect example of an organization quietly doing exceptional work on
behalf of children in our community. Who would have known this group
raises tens of thousands of dollars annually for school breakfast programs
if not for the “Children First” Roundtable's Public Recognition
program?”
Childhood-Enfance was formed about six years ago. Clement Lafrenière
said the program's starting point was understanding the value of nutrition
in education: “Proper nutrition is the key to learning. Through the
generosity of Ray Loiselle of Bingo One, we secured enough funding to
serve breakfasts to 48 schools and 1,000 children annually. Every dollar
raised goes directly into food for our youth.”
Sally Spence, Chair of the Public Recognition Committee for the
‘Children First' Roundtable, says many other individuals, businesses and
organizations will be honoured. “We want to acknowledge and
express sincere appreciation to people and groups that display outstanding
effort and success in putting Children First.” Each month before
the Roundtable's regular meeting, a “featured nominee” is recognized,
but everyone nominated receives a letter from Mayor Gordon and a
recognition certificate.
Nomination forms can be obtained by calling 671-CITY, ext. 4313 or
4109. Criteria for nomination include: recognizing the diversity and
uniqueness of all children; treating children with respect and compassion;
empowering children to make good decisions; helping parents become
well-informed and participatory; helping children become good leaders;
protecting children and helping them to be safe and well; promoting
caring, sharing and cooperation; recognizing and being sensitive to the
needs of families; incorporating humour and fun into the environment.
