The nomination period is now open for the city's annual volunteer awards, recognizing Prince George's top community members.
The awards, handed out by the mayor and city council, represent the highest distinction a volunteer can receive from the municipality.
"Volunteers are the heart of our community and we need the public to help us recognize those who work so hard in the service of others," Mayor Lyn Hall said, in a press release.
Residents have until 4:30 p.m. on March 7 to submit nominations for community members who have displayed outstanding civic service and generosity.
The five categories for the awards are as follows:
- Recreation award, recognizing a contribution to the development of recreation and/or culture in Prince George for a minimum of 10 years.
- Community Service, recognizing contribution to the development of the community service scene in Prince George for a minimum of 10 years.
- Youth of the Year, recognizing school involvement, including academic standing, extra-curricular activities and contributions to the community through volunteering.
- Outstanding Volunteer, recognizing outstanding contribution to the development of Prince George through volunteer efforts to a number of organizations, groups or disciplines. Candidates for this award must have volunteered to various organizations for a minimum of 15 years.
- Access Award of Merit, recognizing a group, individual or business that has made a significant contribution to improving accessibility within the city of Prince George.
Awards will be handed out at the Civic Appreciation Dinner on April 23 at the Ciivic Centre. For more information or to get a nomination package, contact the city's Community Partnerships department at 250-561-7640 or visit the city's website.
