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The City is currently inviting nominations from the community to recognize outstanding citizens who have made a tangible difference through actions that demonstrate strong principles and commitment to the public good.
Below is a list of awards that the City presents and a description of why they are presented.
- “Freedom of the City”: Represents the highest honour that the City can bestow on an individual or unit of the armed forces of Canada or another nation, in accordance with Section 158 of the Community Charter.
- “Civic Merit Award”: Represents an award bestowed on an individual who has brought distinction to the community through their outstanding achievements in one or more of the following areas: business and entrepreneurship, arts and entertainment, science and academics, health and education, sports and youth leadership and volunteer and community service.
- “Civic Appreciation Award”: Represents the expression of appreciation to an individual and/or group for their services and/or contributions that have benefited the community.
- “Certificate of Appreciation”: Represents the expression of appreciation to an individual for their contribution to a Council established committee or task force to which they have been appointed.
- “Appreciation Pin”: Represents the expression of appreciation to an individual who has volunteered for a committee or the City for an event within the community.
- “Achievement Award”: Represents an award given to an individual, team or group of persons, who achieve Provincial, National or International honours in various areas of endeavour, or perform a noteworthy deed.
- “Sgt. William Booth Award for Valour”: Represents an award presented to an individual who, acting on their own initiative or as members of volunteer organizations, demonstrate unusual humanitarian effort in order to help and protect their fellow citizens, sometimes placing themselves at great personal risk.
Please note that only nominations that have been submitted on the appropriate nomination form will be considered for the award. Forms may be submitted to City Hall at the address below, or digitally to cityhall@princerupert.ca. All nominations must be received by 4:30 pm on Friday, June 9th, 2023.
Forms are available on our website or at City Hall located at:
424-3rd Avenue West,
Prince Rupert, BC
V8J 1L7
Ph: 250-627-0939