COMMUNITY AWARD 2021

On May 10, 2021, Premier John Horgan and Anne Giardini, OC, OBC, QC, Chair of the BC Achievement Foundation, named this year’s recipients of the BC Achievement Community Award, marking the 18th offering of the program.

“This year’s Community Awardees are, without exception, remarkable British Columbians who have strengthened their communities during challenging times,” said Premier John Horgan. “As a result of their commitments to causes beyond themselves, they have ensured that BC is a better province for all of us.” “It is a particular honour this year to recognize these twenty-five outstanding British Columbians,” added Giardini. “This year’s recipients exemplify the spirit of the Community Award. Celebrating their achievements honours the very best of our province and inspires us all to public service and excellence.”

An independent committee selects the recipients of the Community Award. The 2021 selection committee members were Mayor Lee Brain of Prince Rupert, Mayor Michelle Staples of Duncan, and past recipients, Aisha Amijee, Aart Schuurman Hess and Andy Yu. The 2021 Mitchell Award of Distinction, selected by the BC Achievement Board in consultation with the community, was presented to Chef Amber Anderson for her work with H.A.V.E. Culinary Training Society

Community Award recipients are traditionally recognized in a formal presentation ceremony in Victoria, in the presence of the Honourable Janet Austin, OBC, Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the 2021 awardees will instead be celebrated online and through BC Achievement’s digital #shinethelightbc campaign. Each recipient received a certificate and a medallion designed by artist Robert Davidson, OC.

Click on the image to learn more about the award recipient’s contributions.