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1100 Patricia Blvd.
Prince George, British Columbia
V2L 3V9

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Sakshi Satish, Daniel O’Reilly, and Mackenzie Kerr were recognized by the City in 2016 for outstanding volunteer  service.

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The Annual Civic Appreciation event celebrates volunteers and their contributions to the community through volunteerism.
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The City of Prince George recognises residents who work hard and donate their time to improve their local communities through several awards. Residents may nominate community members whose efforts are making a difference for some of the following citations.


Access Award of Merit

The highest honour granted by the City of Prince George, the Access Award of Merit is presented to individuals, groups, or businesses that have made a significant contribution toward a barrier-free community that is both universally accessible and inclusive.

Past recipients include:

  • 2018 - Spinal Cord Injury BC
  • 2016 - Tabor Mountain Recreation Society
  • 2015 - AiMHi Infinite Employment Solutions
  • 2014 - Caledonia Nordic Ski Club
  • 2013 - Caledonia Ramblers

Freedom of the City Award

The highest award City Council can bestow on an individual that recognises exceptional merit and contribution.

Past recipients include:

  • Don Bassermann
  • Cliff Dezell
  • Shirley Gratton
  • Anne Martin
  • Colin Kinsley
  • John Backhouse
  • Garvin Dezell
  • Carrie Jane Gray
  • Harold Moffat
  • Rocky Mountain Rangers-Royal Canadian Army Cadets Corps
  • Pastor Lance Morgan
  • Ted Williams
  • Chief Justice Wilson
  • Peter Wilson

Heritage Places Awards

The Prince George Heritage Commission sponsors the Heritage Places Award and the Prince George Regional Heritage Fair's "Creative Spirit Award". These annual awards recognise and encourage heritage contributions to the local community.

The City also maintains a register for heritage properties.

  • View the Heritage Register


Heritage Places Award

This annual award recognises places that are significant to the history, growth, and identity of Prince George.

 Past recipients include:

  • 2019: Howieson Residence (2688 Inlander Street)
  • 2018: The Taylor House (1872 - 10th Avenue)
  • 2017: Federal Government Building (Old Post Office) and the Pitman House
  • 2016: Prince George Citizen
  • 2015: McInnis Lighting
  • 2014: Sacred Heart Cathedral
  • 2013: Crescents Neighbourhood
  • 2012: Sacred Heart School
  • 2011: Prince George Agricultural and Historical Association (PGX) and the Munro-Moffat House

To nominate a location, contact:

Tristin Deveau
Email: tristin.deveau@princegeorge.ca


Certificate of Project Recognition

Each year the Advisory Committee on Development Design reviews development permit projects on which it has received a proposal and presentation. The Committee considers which project(s) to recommend for the annual Certificate in Project Recognition. Quality of submission, presentation by the developer in terms of aesthetics, accessibility, climate-sensitive design, landscaping and crime prevention through environmental design are taken into consideration.

Past recipients include:

2019

  • 1250 3rd Avenue
  • 3450 15th Avenue

2018

  • 1811 Spruce Street
  • 1395 5th Avenue

2016

  • Riverbend Seniors Development
  • CrossRoads Brewing

2015

  • Phases 4 and 5 of the Magnolia Gardens housing project at 20th and Queensway

Volunteer Recognition

The City recognises individuals who donate time, energy, and ideas to improve the community during regular Celebrating Success Council Meetings and at the Annual Civic Appreciation event.

Citizens are encouraged to nominate exceptional volunteers throughout the year. There are no specific categories for volunteer recognition, but nominees should have contributed at least five years to the community to be eligible.

  • Nominate a volunteer now


Celebrating Success

Mayor and Council recognises exceptional volunteers during the Celebrating Success portion of regular Council Meetings throughout the year. Volunteer recognition will be archived in public records.


Annual Civic Appreciation Event

The Annual Civic Appreciation Event celebrates volunteers and their contributions to the community through volunteerism.


Youth of the Year Award

The Youth of the Year award recognises outstanding contributions to the community by a 13 to 18-year-old young person. Nominations must come from the community and the nominee's school.

  • In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2020 Youth of the Year Program has been postponed. More information will be posted when available.

Past Award Recipients

Heritage Awards

2019

  • The Howieson Residence

2018

  • The Taylor House (1872 - 10th Ave.)

2017

  •  Federal Government Building (Old Post Office) and the Pitman House

2016

  • Prince George Citizen

2015

  • McInnis Lighting

2014

  • Sacred Heart Cathedral

2013

  • Crescents Neighbourhood

2012

  • Sacred Heart School

2011

  • Prince George Agricultural and Historical Association (PGX) and the Munro-Moffat House
Recreation & Culture Award of Merit

Recognition of an individual's outstanding contribution to recreation, sport, culture, visual arts, and performing arts for a minimum of five years..

Past recipients include:

2018

  • Zelda Craig
  • Tianna Dulmage
  • Bernadette Kipping
  • Randy Seabrook
  • Amanda Tarry
  • Dan Watt

2017

  •  June Berreth
  • Greg Pocock
  • Keith Sullivan
  • Yiqun (Ian) Yang

2016

  • Allan Thorp
  • Nowell Senior
  • Neil Taylor

Community Service Award

Recognition of an individual's outstanding contribution to a community service in one area for a minimum of five years.

Past recipients include:

2018

  • Terry Bryden
  • Suhkpreet Buttar
  • Valerie Giles
  • Brenda Pearson
  • Marianne Sprague

2017

  • Jay Khatra
  • Ruth Walter

2016

  • Marcelle Carr
  • Don Homan
  • Trelle Morrow

2015

  • Patricia Culham
  • Kristi Francis
  • John Nieson
  • Bart Vanderlinde

2014

  • Dr. Moustafa Mohamed
  • Marion Idiens

2013

  • Lucille McClung
  • Sharifa Zad-Mohamed
  • Donna Lindsay
  • Sandra Goodkey
  • Dr. Si Transken
  • David Halikowski
  • Joyce Bickford

2012

  • Shawn Bellamy
  • Reverend David Wood
  • Helen Schwartz
  • Manpreet Kaur Sidhu
  • Glenda Nelson
  • Monika Lapointe

Outstanding Volunteer Award

Recognition of an individual's significant contribution to numerous recreation and/or community service areas for a minimum of 15 years.

Past recipients include:

2018

  • Jeff Elder
  • Sue Judge
  • Gerry van Caeseele

2017

  • Robin Norman
  • Tamara Sweet
  • John Vogt

2016

  • Noreen Rustad
  • Wendy Ulch

2015

  • Robin Draper
  • Dan Rogers

2014

  • Elaine Cornish

2013

  • Kathy Nadalin
  • Barbara Harkins

2012

  • Anne Pousette
  • Terry Robertson

Community Champion Award

Recognition of individuals who have inspired people to take positive action through volunteerism. The 2018 award focused on exceptional volunteerism related to the 2017 wildfire evacuations in Prince George.

Past recipients include:

2018

  • Chelsea Wallach
  • Steve Williams

2017

  • Andrew Ardell
  • Mike Burt
  • Jamie Kranrod
Youth of the Year Award
  • 2019: Qais Khan, Ashlee Hick, Sylvia Masich, and Juri Sudo-Rustad
  • 2018: Sarah Ash
  • 2017: Lila Mansour
  • 2016: Daniel O'Reilly
  • 2015: Emily O'Reilly
  • 2014: Jesmeen Deo
  • 2013: Fei Ge
  • 2012: Gurbind Deo
  • 2011: Ashley Schmeisser
  • 2010: Sufey Chen
  • 2009: Manpreet Kaur Sidhu
  • 2008: Janine Reilander
  • 2007: Gurkirat (Kerry) Kandola
  • 2006: Tom tang
  • 2005: Tina Sidorov
  • 2004: Sara Kuric
  • 2003: Jennifer Sharp
  • 2002: Derrick Williams
  • 2001: Colette Vine
  • 2000: Alex Thompson
  • 1999: Tim Bennett
  • 1998: Eric Charest 
  • 1998: Nichole Ross
  • 1997: Archie McLean
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