2025 Order of Merit and Youth Award of Excellence Nominations Open

The City of North Battleford is now accepting nominations for its annual Order of Merit and Youth Award of Excellence. These awards recognize individuals who have made significant contributions to the social, cultural, and economic well-being of North Battleford and its residents.

The awards honour achievements in a variety of categories, including:

• Arts & Culture
• Business & Industry
• Science
• Community Leadership
• Recreation & Sports
• Volunteer Service

Award Categories and Eligibility

The Order of Merit is for adults aged 25 and older, while the Youth Award of Excellence is for residents under 25. Both awards are open to current or former long-term residents of North Battleford. A maximum of three individuals will be selected each year across both categories. Self-nominations and nominations for current elected officials are not eligible.

How to Nominate

Nominations can be submitted by any individual or group. The deadline for all submissions is Friday, August 8, 2025.

The nomination form is available in multiple formats:

• An online form on the City's website.
•  A downloadable form at www.cityofnb.ca/OrderOfMerit or picked up from City Hall

Physical copies can be mailed to the City of North Battleford, PO Box 460, North Battleford, SK S9A 2Y6, or dropped off at City Hall at 1291 101st Street.

Each nomination requires one form, signed by the person submitting it. It should also include a summary statement and three to six letters of support explaining why the nominee is worthy of the honour. Additional materials, such as a biography or a list of achievements, are also welcome. Please note that digital media like CDs or video files will not be accepted.

A selection committee of five community members will review and evaluate all nominations. Successful nominees and their nominators will be notified, and an awards ceremony will be held at the Chapel Gallery to celebrate the recipients.

For more information and to access the nomination forms, please visit www.cityofnb.ca/OrderOfMerit.

For more information:

Dustin Tungilik MacDonald, Communications Administrator
306-445-1713 | Email