October 16, 2014 - Fermeuse, Newfoundland and Labrador
Senator Fabian Manning, on behalf of the Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, today awarded Mr. Mike Hawkins a 2013 Small Craft Harbours Prix d’Excellence. Mr. Hawkins received the national award under the category of “National Individual Commitment” for his work as the Harbour Supervisor at the Harbour Authority of Cape Broyle.
Under Mr. Hawkins’ leadership, the Harbour Authority of Cape Broyle has taken on a new life and is a strong presence in the community. As Harbour Supervisor for many years, Mr. Hawkins has made substantial efforts personally to ensure a well-maintained facility and to effectively promote the harbour. He has developed a successful partnership with the Town of Cape Broyle resulting in benefits for both the Town and the Harbour Authority. His perseverance and dedication have resulted in the generation of increased revenues for the Harbour Authority.
Representatives of the Small Craft Harbours (SCH) Program count on Mr. Hawkins’ thorough understanding of operations at the harbour. In recent years, SCH carried out a major project at Cape Broyle to construct a new wharf and storage building and repair the slipway. Mr. Hawkins’ knowledge and support were invaluable for its execution. Members of the Harbour Authority made contributions of their time to the project, which were significant for a harbour the size of Cape Broyle. Mr. Hawkins also obtained a small grant from the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador for related improvements at the harbour.
As a result, the busy harbour at Cape Broyle provides safer conditions for all harbour users, including tourism traffic.
Mr. Hawkins’ passion and enthusiasm have been instrumental in reinvigorating the Harbour Authority of Cape Broyle. He exemplifies the volunteerism that is recognized in the “National Individual Commitment” award category.
“This 2013 Small Craft Harbours Prix d’Excellence recognizes Mr. Mike Hawkins’ exceptional contribution as the Harbour Supervisor at the Harbour Authority of Cape Broyle. This award recognizes Mr. Hawkins’ dedicated leadership over many years on behalf of the Harbour Authority of Cape Broyle, and exemplifies the dedication and hard work that the members of Harbour Authorities across Canada demonstrate every day. The experience and energy of individuals like Mr. Hawkins is key to the success of the Small Craft Harbours Program.”
The Honourable Fabian Manning, Senator
“I feel honored to accept such an award for doing something that I love to do. It gives me great pleasure to assist with the daily operations of the Harbour Authority. I am proud of what the Harbour Authority has accomplished in the past few years and I look forward to being involved in future projects.”
Mr. Mike Hawkins, 2013 Prix d’Excellence Recipient
Photo caption: Senator Manning presents a 2013 Small Craft Harbours Prix d'Excellence to Mike Hawkins. From left to right: Senator Manning, Mike Hawkins and Bill Goulding, Regional Director for Small Craft Harbour in Newfoundland and Labrador.
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Frank Stanek
Media Relations
Fisheries and Oceans Canada
Ottawa
613-990-7537
Sophie Doucet
Director of Communications
Office of the Minister
Fisheries and Oceans Canada
613-992-3474
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