National astronomy honour for Ed Mizzi

[Jeff.Booth]

Hamilton Centre's Past President, Ed Mizzi, was honoured this past weekend for his contributions to amateur astronomy in Canada.

At the 2019 General Assembly of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada, held over several days at York University, our very own Ed Mizzi was awarded the RASC National Service Award.

Only a small number of RASC astronomers, from across Canada, received this award.

Anyone who has had the privilege of knowing this man, -- or better yet -- working with him, knows him to be a selfless, caring teacher - and a man who regularly makes himself subordinate to the common wealth.

Ed's contributions have spanned years -- decades even -- and range from junior's astronomy in Algonquin Park to the onerous responsibilities of legal governance and duty of care, as a director and as a president.

At every turn, Ed is a gentle man and a gentleman.

Congratulations, Ed .... very well deserved.


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FYI:  The Latin motto on the medal 'Quo Ducit Urania', translates into English as 'Where Urania Leads.'

          Urania, of course, is the muse of astronomy, and she is one of a number of classic goddess sisters who was the inspiration for all learning and art.

[Ed.Mizzi]

Jeff, Thanks for posting this and yes, I'm blushing; and very humbled by your remarks.

Ed

[Gordon.Haist]

Congratulations Ed,

Very well deserved. It's members like you who made me want to join the RASC in the first place. RASC Hamilton has many amazing members and you are certainly at the top of the list!

All the best,
Gord

[Ed.Mizzi]

Gordon, Thanks very much for your more than generous comments. And yes, I agree that our club is blessed with many generous members, like yourself, who volunteer for activities such as outreach events.

Ed