Deadline: 15 March 2025
Submissions are now open for the New West Youth Awards designed to recognize the contributions of young people between the ages of 13-18 in New Westminster.
The awards also help establish and maintain a positive environment and outlet for the city’s young people.
Award Categories
- Leadership: Awarded to a youth who takes on a leadership role to bring about positive change to their school or community. The nominee will demonstrate responsibility, leadership skills and drive, as well as initiative in starting new projects and programs.
- Community Service: Awarded to a youth who is truly selfless and dedicated to helping others. The nominee has shown commitment to bettering their community by volunteering their time to a cause they are passionate about and continues to make positive contributions to the community.
- Athletics: Awarded to a youth who is passionate about athletics and demonstrates qualities such as mentorship, coaching, planning, and enthusiasm. While they don’t have to be the most athletic nominee, they will show commitment to helping other recognize sport as an important part of their community.
- Arts & Culture: Awarded to a youth who demonstrates passion for arts & culture including music, theatre, dance, film, and written or visual arts. The nominee is committed to helping others understand the importance of arts in their community through acts like mentoring, teaching, fundraising, and raising awareness.
- Sustainability: Awarded to a youth who is making a difference for sustainability in their community. They take positive action for the planet through committing their time and energy to lending their voice to a cause to bring about change. To receive this award, the nominee demonstrates passion and dedication to a cause and continually cares to protect something.
- Adult Ally: Awarded to an adult mentor, business or service club who provides support and services to youth in the community.
Prize Information
- All award nominees will be invited to the in-person award ceremony and will receive a New West Youth Legacy Package – a swag bag full of goodies! Award winners will each receive a $100 honorarium and a signed Letter of Recognition for future endeavors.
Application Requirements
- Name, address, phone & email address of nominee (so they can let them know they’ve been nominated for a New West Youth Award!)
- Name of the school the nominee attends and current grade.
- Tell their story and tell them why you think this individual is deserving of an award.
- Add your contact details and your relationship to the nominee.
For more information, visit New West Youth Services.
