By: Dillon Jaworski

Julie Godfry with her Mark Winkler Award

The Mark Winkler Achievement Award celebrates the achievements and contributions of a partner who has shown their commitment to improving not only their life, but the lives of others. Julie Godfry was nominated for this award and voted in by the Board of Directors to be the recipient. Julie was presented the Mark Winkler Award at Common Ground’s Annual General Meeting held at Surrey Place on October 27, 2017. Common Ground is an organization that offers employment to people who face barriers to finding work opportunities because of their developmental disabilities.

Over the past year, Julie has shown strong leadership skills. She is responsible for opening and closing the coffee shop and also provides guidance to other partners at the co-op. Julie has made big strides in her career this year and has completed a course to become a barista. She enjoys making lattes, Americanos and other specialty beverages for the customers who visit the coffee shed. Julie is supported by the Community First program as well as the Supported Independent Living Program in Etobicoke Region.

Congratulations Julie!