Late Sault community leader recognized in House of Commons
Tuesday, February 26, 2013 by: SooToday.com Staff
NEWS RELEASE
BRYAN HAYES, MP
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MP Hayes recognizes the late Ted Brooks
OTTAWA, ON – Today in the House of Commons, MP Bryan Hayes issued the following statement to recognize the late Sault-based community leader, Ted Brooks [shown in file photo]:
“Mr. Speaker,
A well-known community leader, Ted Brooks, passed away on December 4th, 2012, leaving a huge void in my riding of Sault Ste. Marie.
Ted was the proud owner and founder of Eazy Express, a company that grew to be the largest contractor for Canada Post in all of Canada.
Ted was fondly recognized in the community through his numerous philanthropic involvements, including sponsorship of Team Eazy Express, who will be representing Northern Ontario for the 4th consecutive year at this year`s Brier.
Last week I had the pleasure to host community volunteers from Habitat for Humanity and St. Vincent Place at a local Soo Greyhound game in the Eazy Express suite, courtesy of Ted’s wife JoAnne.
Recipient of the Queen`s Diamond Jubilee Medal and the local Chamber of Commerce President`s Award for going above and beyond the call of duty in business and community development, Ted was never someone to seek recognition. He was content to work quietly behind the scenes.
I was honoured to enjoy a close friendship with Ted who was also my campaign manager. I am indebted to Ted. He will be deeply missed.”
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