Two years’ worth of Northwest Territories Outstanding Volunteer Awards winners were announced this week.
Recipients of the NWT Outstanding Volunteer Awards for 2022 are, Diane Hache, of Yellowknife, in the category of Outstanding Elder, Nicole Spencer, of Yellowknife, in the category of Outstanding Individual, and the Yellowknife Ultimate Club Board in the category of Outstanding Group.
Diane Haché completed the final leg of her six-year journey from Yellowknife to Gjoa Haven, Nunavut in August 2017. She said kayaking to the Northwest Passage from Yellowknife was a personal mission. Photo courtesy Diane Haché.)
The recipients of the NWT Outstanding Volunteer Awards for 2023 are, Louie Beaulieu, of Fort Smith, in the category of Outstanding Elder, Katelinne Ruben, of Paulatuk, in the category of Outstanding Youth, Tania Hercun, of Yellowknife, in the category of Outstanding Individual, and the Slide Zone Shredders of Fort Smith in the category of Outstanding Group.
Municipal and Community Affairs Minister Vince McKay said: “Volunteers help build and support our communities, and I am excited to acknowledge their efforts. The Northwest Territories is more vibrant and resilient with the important contributions from volunteers.
“To our 2022 and 2023 Outstanding Volunteers, thank you for your contributions to your neighbours, your communities, and the Northwest Territories. I hope that your stories inspire other NWT residents to consider volunteerism and give back to their communities like you have.”
“Your tireless efforts to make life better for those around you help make the Northwest Territories such a great place to live.
This program was introduced in 1991 to recognize exceptional volunteers and highlight the importance of volunteerism in the Northwest Territories.
Over 1,000 individuals and groups have been nominated for these awards since that time.
