PROVIDENCE BAY—Four lovely young women will compete this Friday, August 18 to see who will be named the 2017 Providence Bay Fair Ambassador.
The fair ambassador competition is open to all permanent residents of Manitoulin Island, male or female, between the ages of 17 and 21. The contestants are judged by a panel of judges on personal presentation, community involvement and a prepared speech and an interview.
This year’s contestants are Michelle Campbell of Mindemoya, Delaney Madore of Gore Bay, Megan Misner of Gore Bay and Alicia Williamson of Little Current.Their biographies follow.
Michelle Campbell is an 18-year-old resident of Mindemoya who enjoys spending time outdoors, volunteering, exploring the tourist sites on Manitoulin and spending time with her niece and nephew. She will be attending Nipissing University in September to study physical and health education.
A major influence in her life has been her mom because she is very hard working and can see the good in any bad situation.
Michelle’s favourite thing about Manitoulin Island is the tight knit communities where everyone is friendly and willing to help.
Winning Providence Bay Fair Ambassador would mean so much to Michelle as she has watched the competition over the years, waiting for her chance to enter.
She would also be honoured to represent the Providence Bay Fair at the CNE Ambassador of the Fairs competition.
Michelle’s sponsor is Campbell Construction.
Delaney Madore is a 17-year-old from Gore Bay who will be entering Grade 12 at Manitoulin Secondary School in September.
Her hobbies include swimming, hiking, fishing, hunting, dancing and spending time with friends and family.
Delaney’s grandmothers are her role models as they were both strong, independent women who raised the two most important people in her life.
Delaney’s favourite things about Manitoulin Island are the beautiful sights and the tight knit communities that make you feel like you are a part of a big family.
If Delaney is named the Ambassador of the Providence Bay Fair, she feels that it will be an awesome way to represent the amazing place where she lives.
She also feels that it would be a great way to honour the memories of her late grandmothers.
Delaney’s sponsor is Manitoulin Transport.
Megan Misner is an 18-year-old resident of Gore Bay. Her hobbies include singing, playing instruments, swimming and volunteering.
In September, Megan will be entering her fifth year at Manitoulin Secondary School.
Megan’s favourite thing about Manitoulin is the community, that no matter what, everyone will come together for an important cause.
A major influence in Megan’s life is her mom, with multiple degrees and five children, her mom is the strongest woman she knows.
Megan feels that winning the title of Providence Bay Fair Ambassador would be an amazing opportunity to represent Manitoulin and be a role model to children on Manitoulin.
Megan’s sponsor is Pride Manitoulin.
Alicia Williamson is a 17-year-old who lives in Little Current and will be attending Grade 12 at Manitoulin Secondary School in September.
She enjoys spending time with friends and family, painting, sketching and adventuring.
Alicia’s role model is her mom, a strong, intelligent woman who pushes her to be her best and supports her 100 percent.
Alicia’s favourite thing about Manitoulin are the surroundings. She feels that having such a beautiful atmosphere and being surrounded by nature is both humbling and inspiring.
Participating in this competition is a special opportunity for Alicia and she feels that it would be a huge honour to be able to represent the Island should she be named the Providence Bay Fair Ambassador.
Alicia’s sponsor is Dreamer’s Cove.
Come cheer on the contestants as they vie for the title of Providence Bay Fair Ambassador this Friday, August 18 at 8 pm on the Providence Bay Arena stage.
