Yellowknife — October 3, 2024
The Government of the Northwest Territories is accepting nominations for the 2024 NWT Outstanding Volunteer Awards. This year marks the 33rd year of these awards, which recognize and celebrate the remarkable contributions volunteers make in communities across the territory.
Residents are encouraged to nominate elders, youth, individuals, or group volunteers in their communities who donate their time to improve the quality of life for NWT residents.
Awards are presented in the following categories:
- Elder Outstanding Volunteer Award
- Youth Outstanding Volunteer Award
- Individual Outstanding Volunteer Award
- Group Outstanding Volunteer Award
Nominations for the NWT Outstanding Volunteer Awards are accepted year-round. The deadline for 2024 nominations is December 15, 2024. Nominations can be submitted by fax to (867) 920-6467, emailed to youth_and_volunteer@gov.nt.ca, or mailed to the following address:
Department of Municipal and Community Affairs
Government of the Northwest Territories
Suite 600, 5201 50 Avenue
Yellowknife, NT
X1A 3S9
This year’s recipients will be honoured during a special ceremony at the Legislative Assembly in February 2025.
For media requests, please contact:
Jay Boast
Senior Communications and Planning Advisor
Department of Municipal and Community Affairs
Government of the Northwest Territories
867-767-9162 ext. 21044