Last evening (April 17, 2024), the City of St. John's presented its civic awards at a gala event at the St. John's Convention Centre.
"The City is proud to honour the remarkable contributions of our community with a range of awards, spotlighting excellence of individuals, groups and organizations," said Mayor Danny Breen. "On behalf of Council, I extend my congratulations to all nominees and recipients. You have all made a lasting impact on our community."
Awards presented include:
Senior of the Year
Youth of the Year
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Junior Youth of the Year - Alexis MacDonald
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Senior Youth of the Year - Sheza Chowdhury
2023 Athletes of the Year Awards
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Marg Davis Award for Female Athlete of the Year: Kate Bazeley, Athletics
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Tom "Dynamite" Dunn Award for Male Athlete of the Year: James Clarke, Rugby
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Team of the Year - Team Gushue, Curling
Climate Change Leadership Awards
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Corporate Climate Change Leadership Award: Crombie REIT - Avalon Mall
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Community Climate Change Leadership Award: Dr. Sean McGrath, For A New Earth (FANE)
Innovative Housing Design Awards
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Stella's Circle
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Choices for Youth
Heritage Awards
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156 Gower Street
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8 Military Road, St. Thomas' Anglican Church
2023 Tourism Awards
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Tourism Excellence Award: HOLD FAST Festival
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The Legend Award: Quidi Vidi Brewery
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The Destination St. John's Award of Distinction: 2023 Canadian Women in Ocean Industries Leadership (CWOIL) Conference
2023 Volunteer of the Year
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Youth Volunteer of the Year: Emmett Cochran
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Adult/Senior Volunteer of the Year: Alick Tsui
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Group Volunteer of the Year: Street Reach Volunteer Program (Thrive)
The City also recognized members of advisory committees, working groups, boards and experts' panels.
View Detailed List of Winners & Nominees