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Windsor Junction, Nova Scotia

HIGHLIGHTS

The voice behind the microphone.

• He has spent a lifetime entertaining Maritime motorsports fans.
• He became a paraplegic at age 11 due to Polio.
• 1959 his media career began with CJCH Radio.
• 1964 first on the air show, over the years on CJCH, CHNS and CHFX.
• 1995 retired from radio.
• 1974 entered politics winning a seat as Alderman for Halifax.
• 1978 elected to Nova Scotia Legislature.
• Instrumental in implementing parking for the handicapped.
• Early 1950 became hooked on racing.
• Founder and first President of the Atlantic Motorsport Karters Association.
• Member of the Halifax Antique Car Club, honorary member of many other car clubs.
• Organized annual Soap Box Derby races in Halifax/Dartmouth.
• Tracks Jerry was behind the mic and in promotions: Drag City, Atlantic, Riverside, Onslow, Scotia Speedworld, Moosehead, Centre for Speed and the MASCAR Tour.

Honors he received for his many contributions to his community, and beyond:

• 1975 Eric Spicer Award as Halifax/Dartmouth’s most outstanding citizen.
• 1976 Vanier Award as one of five outstanding young Canadians.
• 1980 Stairs Award as NS’s most outstanding paraplegic.
• 1988 Good Skate Award from the Ice Capades for outstanding community involvement.
• 1995 Canada Medal by the Governor General of Canada for outstanding volunteer work in the community.
• Honourary member of the International Firefighters Union and countless other charities.
• 2001 Jerry was inducted into the Canadian Radio Hall Of Fame.

Extraordinary! A Friend To Everyone!

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