Nominations Called for Conservation Awards
Do you know someone who has contributed to environmental improvements in the past year? If so, we want to hear about them! The Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA) is calling for nominations for its 2005 Conservation Awards. These awards honour and recognize those in the community who have made outstanding contributions towards improving our natural environment, and ultimately the health and quality of life in the Essex Region.
There is a critical need for local environmental protection and restoration. While the United Nations has indicated that at a minimum, at least 12% of any region must consist of natural areas, in the Essex Region, merely 7.5% of our local landscape remains in its natural state. It is extremely important to recognize and thank all those who make a tangible contribution toward achieving this goal. The Annual Awards will be presented to individuals and organizations in three categories:
The Education Award for excellence in conservation education programs or projects in schools, organizations, companies, youth groups, etc.;
The Volunteer Award for outstanding effort in volunteering time and services for conservation programs and projects;
The Environmental Achievement Award for programs or projects undertaken which have enhanced the region's renewable natural resources. In addition to individuals and organizations, municipalities can also be nominated for environmental achievements.
To submit a nomination, simply write a one page summary of the individual or organizational accomplishments that merit the receipt of the award, or contact ERCA to receive a nomination form. Please be sure to include the category, name, address and phone number of the nominee, in addition to your own name, address and telephone number. Nominations close on Friday, December 16, 2005. The awards, presented since 1992, will be presented at ERCA's Annual Meeting on January 19, 2006.
For more information on any of these awards, please contact Phil Darrell-Smith at 776-5209 ext. 398. Nominations can be faxed to 776-8688, e-mailed to pdarrellsmith@erca.org
