Celebrate
the Past
Virtual Hall of Fame Robert P. Hillier 1980-1981
Bob Hillier's dedication to his profession has gained the respect of his colleagues both at home and across Canada. Tangible recognition of his dedication includes the YM-YWCA Service to Youth Award, the Atlantic Provinces Health, Physical Education and Recreation Honour Award, and the Newfoundland Teachers' Association Physical Education Council. He is also chairman of the Interprovincial Sport and Recreation Council Fitness Committee and co-chairman of the Interprovincial and National Agency Fitness Committee which has developed Standards and Guidelines for Fitness Instructors across Canada.
Bob Hillier's involvement with CAHPER at the National level began with his election as the Newfoundland representative to the CAHPER Board of Directors, following which he served as Vice-President of Finance. In 1980, he was instrumental in bringing the CAHPER Conference to Newfoundland for the first time. In the same year, he was elected National President of CAHPER. During his presidency, he ably represented CAHPER across Canada as well as in the United States and Australia.
Bob, the dedicated father of two children, has worked closely with the Home and School Association in Newfoundland, including one term as a local President. He has also been a member of the Board of Directors of the St. John's YM-YWCA Board of Directors for many years and is currently Public Relations Chairman. His active contributions to his community church, to the Girl Guides and Boy Scouts Association, and to the Rotary Club's work with handicapped children attest to the breath of his involvement.
Bob's many friends recognize him as a true blue Newfoundlander and a dedicated Canadian. We salute Robert P. Hillier as an outstanding educator, leader and exemplary citizen. His commitment to our profession is an inspiration and we honour him for that commitment.
1984 R. Tait McKenzie Honour Award recipient Ottawa, Ontario
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Robert Hillier was born
a Newfoundlander and became a Canadian citizen in 1949 when Newfoundland
joined Confederation. He began his career as a Recreation
and Physical Education specialist with the Royal Canadian Air Force,
an experience which led to Memorial University where he received
a Bachelor of Physical Education, a Bachelor of Education and a
Master's degree in Physical Educational Administration. He
served as a physical education instructor at the College of Trades
and Technology in St. John's and then became Executive Secretary
of the Newfoundland and Labrador Sports Federation. In 1976,
Bob was appointed Assistant Director of Recreation and Sports Services
with the Newfoundland Department of Rehabilitation and Recreation
and, in 1982, he was named Director of Community Recreation, Sport
and Fitness Development in the Newfoundland Department of Culture,
Recreation and Youth.
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