Cobourg, ON (May 2, 2025) – The Town of Cobourg was pleased to once again honour incredible community volunteers at the 22^nd Annual Civic Awards Ceremony.

This past Tuesday, April 29, during National Volunteer Week, the Town of Cobourg honoured more than 40 residents in the Concert Hall at Victoria Hall.

“While volunteers operate on the same 24-hour clock as the rest of us, they somehow find the time to give back to our community and their impact is amazing,” said Mayor Lucas Cleveland. “That is why I moved to this community, and it is why I love our Civic Awards program – because we get the chance to give a little to those who give so much.”

The Town of Cobourg extends heartfelt congratulations to all of this year’s award recipients. The Civic Awards Committee also wishes to thank everyone who submitted nominations and helped recognize these deserving individuals.

 22nd Annual Civic Awards - Major Category Winners 

• Angus and Bernice Read Volunteer Award: Stanley Isherwood
• Arts & Culture Award: Wally Keeler
• Environmental Award: Richard Pope
• Heritage Award: Judith Goulin
• Layton Dodge Athlete of the Year Award: Ava MacCoubrey
• Leadership in Sport Award: Dave West
• Leadership in Sport Award: Dave Singfield
• Lloyd C. Stinson Memorial Award for Community Service Award: Jan Stapleton
• Mayor’s Award of Distinction: Carol Farren
• Outstanding Senior Award: Ruth Smith 

To view a list of the Distinguished Award winners, please visit www.Cobourg.ca/Civic-Awards.

The Civic Awards Committee would like to thank the generous support of local sponsors, including Bouwmans Cabinetry, Lakefront Utilities, Lynn Hardy, Star-Metroland, RBC Wealth Management, Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 133, the Lions Club of Cobourg, the Rotary Club of Cobourg, Northumberland 89.7 FM, The Market & Smør and reception sponsor Beautifully Delicious. Thank you to YOURTV Northumberland for broadcasting the event. 

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