Community Recognition Awards Returning to West Lincoln

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Community Recognition Awards Returning to West Lincoln

For Immediate Release: June 10, 2024

The Township of West Lincoln’s annual Community Recognition Awards is back to honour residents of all ages. A total of 10 winners could be chosen according to 4 new categories:

• Cultural (3 age subcategories)
• Recreation/Sports (3 age subcategories)
• General Volunteerism (3 age subcategories)
• General Youth Community Engagement (ages 15 and under)

The nomination period runs from July 1 until September 9. Nomination forms can be downloaded or filled out online at www.westlincoln.ca/communityawards. Paper forms will also be available for pick up at Township Administration, West Lincoln Community Centre and all three West Lincoln Public Library Branches.

West Lincoln’s Community Recognition Awards aim to celebrate residents who, through personal involvement, leadership abilities, and selfless giving of their time and talent, have positively impacted the West Lincoln community. The Township is looking for those whose contributions to West Lincoln have been a recent effort resulting in a substantial benefit to the community and/or those with a steady, reliable long-term history of service to West Lincoln.

A panel of judges comprised of prominent community leaders will review nominations, and winners will be announced at the September 23 Council meeting. Winners will be celebrated with an event on October 22. Details are subject to change without notice. Visit the West Lincoln Community Recognition Awards webpage for the most up-to-date information.

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Quotes:

“West Lincoln is filled with people who happily devote their personal time to the community, whether that’s with a non-profit supporting those in need, a committee or group organizing events to bring neighbours together, a sporting program for kids and youth, an environmental initiative, or any of the other countless ways we see people giving back. This is what makes West Lincoln such a special place to live. On behalf of Council, I encourage everyone to nominate somebody and help us recognize some of our community champions.”

Cheryl Ganann

Mayor

“I am so happy to see this annual tradition continue into its second year. We know there are countless people volunteering to affect positive change in our Township, and we want to celebrate them. This is your chance to shine a light on those working tirelessly behind the scenes by nominating them for a Community Recognition Award.”

Donna DeFilippis

Interim Chief Administrative Officer

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