Community heroes: Steve Gaul breaks record to fight cancer

Marianne Meed Ward ⋅ August 25, 2011

Steve’s feat drew our entire community together and inspired us all

Burlington resident Steve Gaul broke the Guinness World Record for drumming this summer, after five days and 121 hours pounding out tunes at the Central Music Centre surrounded by cheering family and friends. The effort raised money for cancer in memory of his sister Toni Clement, who died of cancer last year. Gaul himself is a cancer survivor. The feat drew our entire community together and inspired us all, with many residents (including my daughter) camping out with members of the Burlington Teen Tour Band to spur him on. We are proud of you Steve, and the difference you’ve made in the lives of others facing cancer.

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What inspired me to seek public office in the first place – "I can do something about that!" – continues to propel me forward as the City and Regional Councillor for Ward 2 since 2010. This isn’t a job; it’s a privilege to represent and serve the residents of Burlington. In my time on council, I’ve had the honour to meet and serve with many residents who also believe you “can do something about that” and volunteer your time to make Burlington better.

Community heroes: Steve Gaul breaks record to fight cancer

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