Passionate volunteer celebrated for community involvement
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Longtime Vaughan resident Nadia Magarelli receives Ward 3 Civic Hero Award
Tonight, during a special virtual ceremonial presentation in the Committee of the Whole Public Meeting, Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua, Ward 3 Councillor Rosanna DeFrancesca and Members of Council presented Nadia Magarelli with the 2021 Ward 3 Civic Hero Award.
Since 1990, Nadia has volunteered countless hours to lead the Weston Downs Ratepayers Association (WDRA). As president, she helped shape the WDRA into a well-organized group that represents the needs and voices of the community. Nadia was also one of the founding members of the Co-operative of Vaughan Ratepayers Association, which brought several ratepayer associations from across Vaughan together to advance important city-building priorities.
Further to Nadia’s civic engagement, she also focuses her time and talents on education. As a mother of three children, she volunteered as a member of the parent councils at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Academy and Father Bressani Catholic High School, where she took on the position of treasurer and provided constructive input on school initiatives.
Nadia was also one of the original council members of the Character Community York Region. The group’s mission is to instill strong character in children and youth through partnerships and programs with a positive and lasting impact.
QUOTES
“Nadia Magarelli is an individual who truly believes in service above self and remains dedicated to giving back in a very meaningful way. For more than 30 years, she has been an engaged community leader and strong advocate for her neighbourhood. Nadia is committed to being the change she wants to see in her community. She rolls up her sleeves to get involved in any way that she can, and her efforts are helping to shape a better, brighter city for future generations. I often say that city-building is a team effort. Thanks to citizens like Nadia, we have built a world-class city where everyone is welcome to enjoy an exceptional quality of life and a high standard of living. I want to express my warmest and sincerest gratitude and appreciation to Nadia for her lifelong commitment to public service and offer my congratulations on this much-deserved award.”
- Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua
“On behalf of the residents of Ward 3, I am pleased to recognize Nadia Magarelli as the 2021 Ward 3 Civic Hero. As someone motivated by a sense of service, Nadia whole-heartedly believes in her conviction that every resident can make a positive difference. She remains devoted to volunteering her expertise and service to create a better community today and for generations to come. We are grateful for active and engaged residents like Nadia who rally the community together in the spirit of growth, stewardship and collaboration. Nadia, thank you for everything you do and congratulations on receiving this award.”
- Councillor Rosanna DeFrancesca, Ward 3
QUICK FACTS
- Mayor and Members of Council presented Nadia Magarelli with the 2021 Ward 3 Civic Hero Award during a special virtual ceremonial presentation at the Committee of the Whole Public Meeting on Tuesday, June 1.
- Vaughan’s Civic Hero Awards are presented annually to one resident from each of the City’s five wards.
- Recipients are nominated by their local Ward Councillor and acknowledged by Vaughan Council.
- The awards began in 2005 and recognize outstanding achievement and individual contributions to the community.
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