OrilliaMatters recently celebrated the winners of our inaugural Community Builders Awards.
This awards program is designed to recognize outstanding groups and individuals who help make Orillia a better place for years to come.
Congratulations to our 2023 winners:
- Arts - Pam Carter
- Economic Development - Laura Thompson
- Education - Carole Boshier
- Environment - Couchiching Conservancy
- Hall of Fame - Community Foundation of Orillia and Area
- Health Care - Dr. Jeff Pitcher
- Legacy - Chris Bellchambers
- Sports and Recreation - Pocket Skate & Vintage
- Unsung Hero - Annette Hird
- Young Leader - Sustainable Orillia Youth Council
We would like to express gratitude to everyone who took the time to fill out a nomination package for a group or individual. Without your support, we would not be able to honour these deserving winners!
We would also like to thank the recipients of these awards for their tremendous contributions to our community. Your vision, creativity, spirit and hard work has made a positive and lasting impact on our city.
Lastly, thank you to the generous sponsors who helped make this year's awards program possible:
- Braestone Club
- CC Fashions
- Ellwood Epps
- Home Hardware Building Centre
- Orillia Hyundai
- Orillia Perch Festival
- Orser Technical
- Print & Signs
- Rotary Club of Orillia
- Team Micks
Winner features and more details about the Community Builders Awards can be found here.