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Civic Awards & Recognition

Celebrating Our Finest Citizens

The Civic Awards Program celebrates residents who make Wasaga Beach a better place to live, recognizing outstanding contributions in four categories: Athletics, Finest Citizen of the Year, Senior of the Year, and Emergency Services. Each year, the program honours exceptional individuals whose dedication and spirit enrich the social, cultural, and civic life of our community.

Award Categories & Criteria

Awards are given when the Committee feels a nomination truly deserves recognition. Residents can be nominated in more than one category, as long as each nomination meets the specific criteria. However, the same contribution or service can only receive one award, even if it’s nominated in multiple categories.

Athlete of the Year

Awarded to the best male and female athletes who excel in competitive sports at a provincial level or higher. Recipients demonstrate exceptional leadership, athleticism, and sportsmanship while also contributing to their community through involvement and volunteerism.

Nomination Form

Finest Citizen of the Year

Awarded to an individual who has made exceptional volunteer contributions across multiple areas within the community. Recognizing someone who demonstrates all-round community involvement and a commitment to fostering diversity, inclusion, and accessibility.

Nomination Form

Senior Citizen of the Year

Awarded to an individual aged 65 or older who has made outstanding contributions to the community through voluntary or professional activities. The award highlights efforts that enhance the quality of life for others through community service, advocacy, and leadership.

Nomination Form

Citizen Emergency Service Award

Awarded to an individual or group who has shown exceptional courage, dedication, and leadership during an emergency situation. This award honours those who go above and beyond to protect and serve the community in times of need.

Nomination Form

Nominees must:

  • Be residents of Wasaga Beach.
  • Be nominated by someone other than themselves or a family member.
  • Have contributed to the enrichment of the social, cultural or civic life of the Town of Wasaga Beach community. 

 

Nominations for the Wasaga’s Finest Citizen Awards are open until March 31 each year. To nominate an individual or group, submit a completed nomination package, including the required form and any materials that support the nominee’s contributions.

Nominations can be submitted in one of the following ways:

  • By Email: Send your completed nomination package to candice.grisbrook@wasagabeach.com
  • By Mail or In-Person: Deliver your package to Town Hall, 30 Lewis Street, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 1A1.

Important: Incomplete nominations or those submitted after the deadline will not be considered.

A dedicated review committee composed of town staff will evaluate all nominations based on:

  • Completeness of the application.
  • Community contributions.
  • Quality of supporting materials.

The committee will submit final recommendations to the CAO for approval.

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