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Awards

The City recognizes excellence in a variety of fields. Check out the list below to see if you or someone you know is eligible.

Name Audience Description
Civic Sport Merit Awards and Arts & Culture Merit AwardsParks and Recreation LeadersRecognition for outstanding achievement in sports or arts and culture
Emerging Cultural Leader AwardIndividuals under 30 years of age who have contributed significantly to the cultural life in Nanaimo.This award recognizes up-and-coming, Nanaimo-based cultural leaders.
Excellence in Culture AwardAn organization or individual that has achieved regional and/or national recognition and is recognized as a “Nanaimo artist"This award is presented to an organization or individual that has achieved regional and/or national recognition and is recognized as a "Nanaimo artist", demonstrating excellence in their field, and a significant inspiration to others.
Freedom of the CityResident of NanaimoHonours someone with a lifetime of achievement who has enhanced the livability of the city or who has gained national and international acclaim and who has brought recognition to Nanaimo through their achievements.
Green Nanaimo AwardsIndividuals, local businesses, schools and non-profit groups throughout NanaimoEvery two years, we recognize individuals, local businesses, schools and non-profit groups throughout Nanaimo that make valuable contributions to the City's environment.
Heritage Building Rehabilitation AwardBuilding OwnersHeritage Building Rehabilitation Awards recognizes efforts made by property owners to conserve and rehabilitate Nanaimo's registered heritage buildings
Honour in Culture AwardAn individual, group or corporation who demonstrates outstanding support, advocacy, promotion or interpretation of Nanaimo’s arts culture and historyThis award recognizes an individual, group or corporation who demonstrates outstanding support, advocacy, promotion or interpretation of Nanaimo's arts culture and history.
Honour in Heritage AwardAn individual, group or corporation known for their dedication to and support of the development of Nanaimo's cultural fabricThis award acknowledges an individual, group or corporation known for their dedication to and support of the development of Nanaimo's cultural fabric.
John Thomson Heritage Memorial AwardIndividuals who demonstrate outstanding lifetime heritage service and dedication to the communityThe John Thomson Heritage Memorial Award honours individuals who demonstrate outstanding lifetime heritage service and dedication to the community.
Patron/Companion of the CityResident of Nanaimo who demonstrates outstanding achievement and selfless volunteerismPatron of the City award recognizes outstanding achievement and selfless volunteerism

Last updated: November 13, 2024

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