Congratulations are extended to Brother Joe Parris, UTE Local 80003 President, Sydney, Nova Scotia. Joe will be receiving the Tom Miller Award at the African Heritage Month Gala/Dinner and Dance on January 30, 2010 at the Membertou Trade and Convention Centre, Sydney.
The following will outline the intent of the award:
Thomas (Tom) Miller: Thomas Miller was the first Black municipal Alderman in the Atlantic Provinces. He was elected in 1955 to represent the constituents of Ward 5 in Sydney, NS. He served until 1972, leaving behind a legacy of community involvement and commitment to human rights. In his honor, the City of Sydney (now the Cape Breton Regional Municipality) had established the Thomas Miller Human Rights Award. This award is presented annually to an individual dedicated to helping promote human rights.
I have known Joe for many years and of the wonderful work that he has done in the community of Whitney Pier. A public media announcement will be made on Friday. Members of the PSAC Sydney Human Rights Committee will be attending the Gala. This is a big honour in the Black Community and, again, Joe is very deserving.
In Solidarity,
Nancy MacLean,
Regional Representative |
