Four weeks remain to nominate an inspiring citizen or organizations for a Kelowna Civic and Community Award.
Over the last 49 years, the Civic and Community Awards have recognized and celebrated the outstanding contributions made by people and organizations in Kelowna.
From accomplished athletes to artists, inspiring volunteers, environmental stewards, philanthropic businesses and non-profit organizations, the Civic and Community Awards honour those who have worked to improve Kelowna's community.
Members of the public are encouraged to submit a
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Civic & Community Award nomination categories include:
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- Young Citizen of the Year
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- Corporate Community of the Year
- Honour in the Arts
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All three finalists for the Young Citizen of the Year Award will receive funding towards their post-secondary goals through the Payton and Dillon Budd Memorial Fund Youth Scholarship. This award's recipient will receive $2,000 and the remaining finalists will receive $1,000.
The recipient for Teen Honour in the Arts will also receive a $500 entrance scholarship to UBC Okanagan, sponsored by the Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies.
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The Civic and Community Award nominees will be celebrated at an evening gala in May at the Delta Grand. Nominations forms are due by Feb. 10, 2025.
For more information about the awards, including nomination forms, visit
