Sixteen residents and organizations in Wood Buffalo were recognized for their community spirit at the annual Mayor and Council’s Toast of Champions ceremony at Shell Place last week.
The Citizen Recognition Program (CRP) honours “individuals and groups that have made a significant contribution or positive impact on our community.”
Mayor Don Scott, along with members of Council, was on hand to thank this year’s nominees for their volunteer spirit and humanitarianism, and select the winners for 2018. He said they “help make Wood Buffalo a fantastic place to call home.”
“Our community is filled with truly outstanding residents who care deeply about our region. The Citizen Recognition Program provides a special opportunity to say thank you to those who serve our community with passion and commitment.”
Residents of Wood Buffalo receive nominations from fellow community members. The CRP nominees for 2018 are:
- Annalee Nutter
- Atash Shiyarwala
- Christian Cao
- Dr Phanisree Timmaraju
- First Nations, Métis, Inuit Students Advisory Council
- Frances Jean
- Jay Telegdi
- Melanie Galea
- Michelle Farrow
- Mike Jones
- Nicole Greville
- Randy and Lynne Stefanizyn
- Robbie Picard
- Sheldon Germain
- Tina Rogers-Tetreault
- Wood Buffalo You Can Ride 2 Program
Of these nominees, Council awarded eight for special recognition:
- Annalee Nutter
- Christian Cao
- Jay Telegdi
- Melanie Galea
- Michelle Farrow
- Mike Jones
- Nicole Greville
- Wood Buffalo You Can Ride 2 Program
The CRP and Council also recognized the late Frances Jean, and Randy and Lynne Stefanizyn with the Lifetime Achievement Award for their years of service, humanitarianism, and contributions to the community.
To learn more information about the CRP, and the community members honoured at the ceremony, visit the Citizen Recognition Program web page.
