Page 16 - Sports Energy News, Cornwall, Issue No 136

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Beyond 21 Welcomes New Executive Director

By Victoria Klassen “We will be starting to offer a weekend
and evening program for our waitlist of
over 70 people. This is a new pilot project
my Malyon stepped into the role of
Aexecutive director of Beyond 21, in to engage more with our waitlist and start to
March. integrate participants into Beyond 21,” said
“I had an overwhelming feeling that I Malyon.
needed to be making a greater impact on the Malyon shared that her vision is to grow
community and to be closer to the people Beyond 21 to serve more families locally,
I was helping. When the opportunity with as well as to spread the Beyond 21 concept
Beyond 21 came out it was exactly what I to other parts of the province and even the
was looking for,” shared Malyon. country. The organization is also looking at
Beyond 21 is a non-profit organization in different housing model options as a long-
Cornwall that offers a subsidized day program term goal for the community.
for adults with developmental disabilities. “The last two months have been Photo Submitted
The day program caters to the diverse needs absolutely amazing, and I can’t wait to see
of the individuals, offering life and home what the future brings for Beyond 21,”
skills, creative arts, recreation opportunities, said Malyon. “As we keep our program
and community integration. Beyond 21 costs very affordable for families, we have
aims to empower participants, enhance their to raise over $350,000 every year just
independence, and foster overall well-being to continue offering our services. Please Champs Boxer of the
in a nurturing and inclusive environment. consider donating to Beyond 21 as part of
Beyond 21 supports over 50 participants your community support and philanthropy Month: Keldon Montpetit
and their families. Malyon says the day efforts.”
program offers respite for families and a To learn more about Beyond 21,
second home for many of the participants. or to donate, visit their website: By Jorge Luis
www.beyond21.org
eldon Montpetit is 16 years
Cornwall’s Oldest Paint, Kold and attends St. Matthews
Blind & Shutter Store. School. Keldon started training at
Family owned Business Since 1988 Champs Eastside Boxing in the fall
Presents “Famous Sports Quotes” of 2022. Keldon is a committed,
dedicated young man. He is
“Arrogance requires advertising, Confidence speaks unfailingly polite and as a result

for itself.” Mike Krzyzewski of his tireless effort and work, he
is an overachiever. Keldon had
a background in Kung Fu and
Kickboxing but has focused only
ALL BLINDS
ALL BLINDS on boxing since 2023. Keldon
has had 2 fights. In his second
fight (February 24, 2024), Keldon
squared off with Victor Beaulieu
of Plessisville, Quebec, in Victor’s
SAVE 50 % hometown. Victor had 7 bouts to
UP UP
TO TO
Keldon’s 1. However, Keldon rose
to the occasion, winning most of
SOL-R the exchanges and really turned up Photo Submitted
the heat in the 3rd and final round,
throwing and scoring vital points.
Since 1988 His determination, hard work and Eastside Boxing Club, and yourself,
Celebrating 37 years dedication paid off. Keldon was with honor and respect.

Quality & Service At The Right Price! awarded a split decision victory. Many thanks,
Paints, Blinds, Shutters Well deserved and well done Proud Head Coach and President

240 Pitt Street • 613-933-8924 • www.jas-mar.com Keldon! You represent Champs Jorge Luis