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    Town Set to Celebrate Volunteers on Wednesday, April 30

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    The Town of The Blue Mountains would like to remind the public that it will honour and celebrate volunteers in the community at the Volunteer Recognition Awards and Fair at the Beaver Valley Community Centre on Wednesday, April 30, 2025.

    The Volunteer Recognition Awards acknowledges outstanding volunteers across different categories, highlighting diverse community contributions. The Town congratulates this year’s award recipients: 

    • Sustainability Award: Jacob Proctor & Betty Muise
    • Sports and Recreation Award: Sarah Clarke
    • Blue Mountains Community Builder Award (Youth under 26): Parker Gordon
    • Blue Mountains Community Builder Award (Adults 26+): Pamela Spence & Tom Kennedy
    • Outstanding Community Group Award: 599 Garden Club & Thornbury Sparks/Ember Unit

    Members of the public are invited to attend this free event to celebrate the contributions of award winners, connect with local organizations, and learn about volunteer opportunities within the community. The event, held in partnership with the Seniors Network Blue Mountains and Georgian Bay Youth Roots, runs from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., with the awards ceremony beginning at 5:00 p.m. Light refreshments will be provided. 

    The Town of the Blue Mountains looks forward to celebrating our community’s outstanding volunteers with you!

    For more information, please visit www.thebluemountains.ca/VolunteerAwards or contact: 
    Community Services Department
    (519)599-3131 ext. 254

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