Deadline: 10-Feb-23
The City of Kelowna is seeking nominations for the 48th Annual Civic & Community Awards to recognize outstanding contributions and achievements in our city each year.
The award program includes categories for youth, artists, athletes, volunteers, businesses and volunteer organizations.
Award Information
- The Teen Honour in the Arts award recipient will also receive a $500 entrance scholarship for the Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies or other selected UBCO faculty.
- The 48th annual awards recognize and celebrate those who brought positive recognition to their city in 2022.
Award Categories
- Honour in the Arts Awards: Awarded to an individual who has made an outstanding contribution in Kelowna through cultural and/or artistic efforts.
- Citizens of the Year Awards: Awarded to a citizen in recognition of their overall outstanding voluntary contributions to Kelowna.
- Sports Awards: Awarded to an individual who has contributed significantly to Kelowna through voluntary service to amateur sport, such as coaching or administrative support.
- Volunteer Organization of the Year Award: Awarded to a volunteer or non-profit organization that has provided outstanding community services, with direct benefits to the city of Kelowna. Services may be related to environment, health, arts and culture, recreation, education, social services, neighbourhood and community improvement.
- Corporate Community of the Year Award: Awarded to a business in recognition of their overall outstanding contributions to the community through initiatives, employee volunteerism and financial or in-kind donations, with direct benefit to Kelowna.
- Champion for the Environment Award: Awarded to an individual or business whose actions and achievements have shown outstanding environmental leadership or innovative environmental contributions, having a direct benefit on the city of Kelowna.
For more information, visit City of Kelowna.