Local
MP Recognizes Military Member as Community Volunteer
David
McGuinty, Member of Parliament for Ottawa South, presented
a certificate of recognition to CPO2 David Ascroft for his
volunteer initiatives with youth in the community on Saturday,
April 22, at the Elizabeth Park Community Centre in Uplands.
David Ascroft is a member of the Canadian Forces and moonlights
as “Dr. Kaboom”, circus performer and “balloonologist.”
He volunteers with the Military Family Resource Centre (MFRC)
and runs the Uplands Circus Program, where he teaches
young people unique skills, such as juggling, balloon shaping
and riding unicycles.
David
and some of his students showcased their talents on Saturday
at this year’s EPCC Easter Egg Hunt. During this event,
David McGuinty, a strong advocate for volunteer initiatives,
presented a certificate of recognition to David Ascroft for
his contributions to the Ottawa South riding and, more specifically,
to the military families living in the area.
David
McGuinty, Member of Parliament for Ottawa South, presented
a certificate of recognition to CPO2 David Ascroft for his
volunteer initiatives with youth in the community on Saturday,
April 22, at the Elizabeth Park Community Centre in Uplands. 
David
and some of his students showcased their talents on Saturday
at this year’s EPCC Easter Egg Hunt. During this event,
David McGuinty, a strong advocate for volunteer initiatives,
presented a certificate of recognition to David Ascroft for
his contributions to the Ottawa South riding and, more specifically,
to the military families living in the area.