NORTH GRENVILLE, ON – North Grenville’s Council is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2023 Civic Awards. These awards celebrate the outstanding contributions and achievements by individuals and groups that have significantly impacted our community.
“On behalf of Council, we would like to congratulate the award recipients and thank them for the significant role they have played over the last year in contributing to the culture of caring and leadership that makes North Grenville so special,” said Mayor Nancy Peckford.
“We would also like to thank everyone who took the time to nominate an individual or organization. North Grenville is very fortunate to have such motivated and talented volunteers who are committed to making our community a vibrant place to be,” emphasized Mayor Peckford.
Civic Awards Ceremony and Reception – March 28, 2024
Council will be hosting the Civic Awards ceremony and reception on Thursday, March 28, 2024, from 6:30 – 8:30 pm at the North Grenville Municipal Centre. The event will provide an opportunity to come together and honour the achievements of the recipients.
“The Civic Awards are an opportunity for us to recognize and celebrate the incredible contributions made by individuals and organizations in North Grenville. Each recipient has left a lasting mark on our community, and we extend our heartfelt appreciation to all,” added Deputy Mayor John Barclay.
The Civic Awards Program was established to recognize and honour the contributions and dedication of individuals and groups who make outstanding contributions to improving the quality of life for all those living and working in North Grenville.
Since the program began in 2009, more than 71 individuals and 18 groups have been recognized for their efforts.
For more information visit: www.northgrenville.ca/CivicAwards.
The 2023 Civic Awards were awarded to the following individuals and organizations:
Exemplary Work in the Community: Volunteers or groups of volunteers who have made outstanding, long-term volunteer contributions in our community.
Adult: Katy Ferguson
Senior: Linda Carnegie
Senior: Cora Beking
Group: Community Living North Grenville
Recreation, Sport and Leisure: Volunteer efforts in the promotion, organization, sponsorship or motivation of sports, recreation and leisure pursuits for healthy and active living.
Adult: Noel Donnovan
Senior: Mitch Barsalou
Youth: Jordan Turcotte
Group: Jags Football
Environment: Volunteer efforts that relate to the protection, preservation, beautification, awareness and/or promotion of our local environment.
Senior: Claude Smith
Health & Wellness: Volunteer efforts promoting healthy lifestyles, personal well-being, health and wellness.
Senior: Connie Parson
Seniors: For volunteer efforts whose actions, commitment, service and community spirit has made a difference in the lives of seniors residing in our community.
Senior: Sandy Guest
Youth: For volunteer efforts whose actions, commitment, service and community spirit has made a difference in the lives of youths residing in our community.
Adult: Jess Ross
Youth: Vaughn Verney & Kaleb Gibson
Senior: Bruce Wehlau
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For More Information Contact:
613-258-9569
