Community Heroes

Do You Know a Community Hero?
The City's Community Heroes Award Program recognizes volunteers whose initiative, effort and commitment has made a significant positive impact in our community.

Eligibility
Eligible persons for Community Heroes Awards include volunteers well-known in the City for their activities and contributions and, equally, those who have been less acknowledged but whose initiative, efforts and commitment have had significant impact on the community. While recognition of City residents is a priority, non-residents who have made significant contributions benefiting City residents will also be considered. This award program supports the vision and the principles guiding the City's Social Plan.

Nomination Process
Names of nominees may be submitted by any member of the community including City residents, non-profit agencies, groups, and businesses. Nominations from any one organization or individual are limited to two per year. Nominations must be made on the nomination form, and submitted to Penny Lurbiecki at PLurbiecki@cnv.org in the Clerk's Department.
The deadline for nominations is March 31, 2010.

Selection Process
A staff report will present the names of the nominees for Council consideration, and the Community Heroes Awards will be made each April during Volunteer Appreciation Week. Community Heroes will receive letters of recognition from the Mayor, presentation of a certificate, and be invited to the City's annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner. Their names will also appear in the City Views publication.

Community Heroes will also be recognised by the Social Planning and Research Council of B.C. during Social Planning Week in November each year.