City of Fort St. John announces 2025 Community Award nominees

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Councillors Trevor Bolin and Byron Stewart presenting Jared Braun with the Citizen of the Year award at 2023’s ceremony. (file)

FORT ST. JOHN, B.C. — The nominees for Fort St. John’s 2025 Community Awards have been revealed.

The awards, which have four categories, recognize outstanding youth, individuals, businesses and non-profit organizations that make a positive impact on the community, the City of Fort St. John says.

The city also boasts a diverse group of dedicated residents, volunteers and organizations who make up the nominees.

The 2025 Community Award nominees are:

Amber Rosario
Angele Heinrichs
Bailey Gauvin-Mayes
Cameron McGuire
Catherine Marie Reimer
Elevate Youth
Fort St. John Hospital Auxiliary
Gail Weber
Jordan Soggie
Justina Harder
Karen Mason-Bennett
Margaret and Jim Little
Michael Ortynsky
North Peace Light Horse Association
North Peace Optometry Clinic
Sheila McLeod
Wellness Truth and Family Foundation

“Each of these nominees reflects the heart and soul of Fort St. John,” said Acting Mayor Sarah MacDougall.

“Their commitment to improving our city is truly inspiring. Whether through volunteerism, leadership or community service, they remind us of the power we all have to create lasting change for our community.”

The winners will be announced during the 18th annual Community Awards ceremony, held at the stage on 103rd Avenue as part of the Moose FM Block Party on September 6th.

Moose FM is owned by Moose Media, the same parent company as Energeticcity.ca.

The ceremony begins at 12 p.m.

For more information about the Community Awards, visit the City of Fort St. John’s website.