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Nominations are now open for the Sylvan Lake Citizen of the Year Awards.
The Citizen of the Year awards are given to individuals who have made significant contributions to the community and demonstrated a commitment to improving the lives of those around them.
All nominees must live, or have lived, in Sylvan Lake to be eligible.
The nomination window is open until March 11, 2025, at noon.
Some of the award categories include:
Citizenship
Recognizing residents for outstanding achievements or contributions that have improved the quality of life for others. These may include:
• Community Service
• Citizenship
• Acts of heroism or bravery
• Volunteering
Music, Art, Culture, and Heritage
Recognizing residents for outstanding achievement or contribution in literary, visual, performing, or film and video arts, culture, culinary, or heritage. Recipients are recognized for a single action, or for a contribution or achievement over an extended period.
Environmental Stewardship
Those who have embraced the responsibility of protecting and improving the Environment. Recipients have demonstrated their commitment to maintaining, protecting, and improving the long-term health of the environment for current and future generations.
Sports Involvement
Athletes recognized with the Sports Involvement Award may be players, coaches, or referees. Parent Team Managers or parents who go above and beyond for teams may also be nominated.
Youth Award of Excellence
Awarded to a young person who has accomplished great things such as:
- Displays strong character and inspires others
- Helps others and their community
- Demonstrates commitment and drive while pursuing the arts, and/or displays exceptional creativity and inspiration through the chosen art medium
- Is a positive representative and demonstrates great respect for their sport as well as other players and coaches
- Acts out of the kindness of their heart and commit to selfless acts to better the lives of others
- Demonstrates advocacy and awareness for social change
- Exhibits care and discernment for the environment and is actively trying to leave the planet a better place for future generations
Long Time Service Volunteer
For those who have volunteered their time within Sylvan Lake or the surrounding area consistently over 10 years or more. Recipients may have volunteered at the same place/event, or they may have volunteered at a variety of places/events.
Mayor's Distinguished Award
Recognizing residents for outstanding achievements or contributions. Actions may have had a profound or extraordinary impact either locally, regionally, provincially, nationally, or internationally.
For an online nomination form click here.
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