Awards

Volunteers contribute numerous hours to Alberta's parks system annually. They bring talent, enthusiasm and new ideas that enrich our program and help us achieve our goals. We recognize and appreciate the efforts of every volunteer. The following showcase those individuals, groups and staff, who have gone above and beyond and have received provincial awards in appreciation for their time and talent supporting Alberta Parks’ voluntary engagement.

Parks and Protected Areas Achievement Award

Presented to an individual
Recognizing a special or significant achievement for a park, protected area, staff, customers, project or program from volunteer efforts

Past Recipients
2017	Carl Johnson
2016	Stefan Seifert
2015	Jack & Marion Whitworth, Menno & Margaret Froese, Jim & Peggy Wiebe; Dr. Charles Bird
2014	Tom Partello; Linda Lefebvre; Gary Martin
2011	Susan & Alasdair Cook; Mike Walters
2008	Jamie Grey, June Hills, Gerry Hurley
2004	Patsy Cotterill
2003	Casey Bizon
2002	Ron & Ken Valens, Joann Skilnick
2001	Bill Scott
2000	Tom Bull

Parks and Protected Areas Junior Achievement Award

Presented to a youth
Recognizing volunteer activities affecting a park, protected area, staff, customers, project or program in a special or significant way

Past Recipients
2017	Karen and Michael Ratliffe
2004	Caitlin Way

Host Hospitality Award

Presented to an individual or couple
Recognizing consistent outstanding hospitality as Campground Hosts
Nominees have volunteered considerable hours either within seasons or over a number of years at one or more sites

Past Recipients
2016	Vern and Rita Young, Lawrence and Gladys Whetstone, Jim and Bonnie Elhorn
2015	Ron Brochu
2014	Jack & Audrey McKee; Judith & Danny Clarke
2013	Doug and Bev Pickell; Allan and Shirley Sept
2012	Victor & Frances Grimbly
2011	Vern & Bev Poffenroth
2010	Len & Jane Den Braber; William, Susan, Michael & Rebecca Walsh
2009	Ken & Pat Hatt; Frank & Arol Longhurst; Leonard & Eleanor Rondeau
2008	Ralph & Joan Siska
2007	Ron Bishop; Jim & Lucienne Salahub
2006	Marshal & Pat Melnyk; Jacob & Edna Reimer
2005	Fred & Yvonne Holowack; Harry & Annie Wit
2004	Tony & Alberta Van Dyk
2003	Mike & Jean Kliparchuk; Roy & Edith Middleton; Scotty & Murri Spence
2002	Earl & Kathleen Barr; Rose Eichorn
2001	Al & Jeanne Bosserts; Carolyn & Ed Weymouth
2000	Doug & Joyce Arnold; Nancy & Keith Becker; Roy & Dorothy Jones
1999	Ed & Claire Fafard
1998	Irene & Doug Dahl

Inclusion Award

Presented to an individual or organization
Recognizes those who have made exceptional efforts to ensuring all Albertans experience the awe and wonder of our treasured natural spaces.

Past Recipients
2017	Linda Haines and Mary Salvani
2011	Chris Ha

Facility Enhancement Award

Presented to an individual or organization
Recognizing significant contributions to maintenance or enhancement of park facility infrastructure like trails, signs and buildings

Past Recipients
2017	Peter Irwin
2012	Hinton Nordic Skiers & Jeff Burgess and Denis Grenier
2007	Mike Radik
2006	Peter Spear
2004	Friends of Switzer Park Association

Partnership Appreciation Award

Presented to a co-operating association, partnering agency or group
Recognizing considerable contributions to park programs, services or facilities

Past Recipients
2017	Friends of Fish Creek Provincial Park Society
2013	The Venturers' Society - Elkwater
2008	Hay-Zama Wildland Park Management Committee
2006	William Watson Lodge Society
2005	Friends of Saskatoon Island Association
2002	Lesser Slave Lake Bird Observatory, Elkwater Volunteer Fire Department
2001	Friends of the Blackfoot Society, Venturers' Society of Calgary
2000	Friends of Fish Creek Provincial Park Society

Outstanding Group Steward Award

Presented to a group or organization.
Recognizing recent efforts, contributed considerably to the preservation and/or appreciation of a protected area (e.g. time, special project)

Past Recipients
2016	Kimiwan Lake Naturalists
2013	Castle Crown Wilderness Coalition
2010	The J. J. Collett Natural Area Foundation
2009	Medicine Hat College (Ecotourism and Outdoor Leadership Program)
2008	Glory Hills Junior Forest Wardens
2007	Beaverhill Bird Observatory
2006	Edmonton Mycological Society
2005	Fort Saskatchewan Naturalists
2004	Alberta Native Plant Council
2003	The J. J. Collett Natural Area Foundation
2002	Eagles Junior Forest Warden Club
2001	Bruderheim Natural Area Society
2000	Stony Plain Fish and Game Association
1999	Battle Lake Natural Area Preservation Society, Alberta Speleological Society, Sherwood Park Natural Area Volunteer Stewards and Strathcona County
1998	Alpine Club of Canada, North Ram Wilderness Society
1993	Bruderheim Natural Area Society
1990	Sherwood Park Natural Area Volunteer Stewards and Strathcona County, Wagner Natural Area Society

Outstanding Individual Steward Award

Presented to an individual, couple or family participating in the Steward Program
Recognizing recent efforts with significant contributions to the preservation and/or appreciation of a protected area

Past Recipients
2016	Cecil Knuttila
2015	Myrna Peters; Nancy Boorman
2014	Fran & Connie Lavoie
2013	Guy and Nonie Swinnerton; Doug Kielau
2011	Kate Reeves, Faith Young
2010	Robert Faulds
2009	Gertie Meyer
2008	Bob Gouin
2007	Elmar Augart
2006	Tim Giese
2005	Bertha Ford
2004	Tony Blake
2003	Gladys Pennock, Margot Hervieux
2002	Aaron & Elise Bowersock; Curtis Siegfried
2001	The DeSmet Family, Fred Korbut
2000	Derry and Ora White
1998	Louisa Rich
1993	Lee Finstad, Des Allen
1990	Mike McNaugthon, Mike Glossop

Steward Service Excellence Award

Presented to an individual or a group participating in the Steward Program
Recognizing Long-term commitment and consistent demonstration of the spirit of stewardship
Dedication, positive attitude and actions benefiting their protected area and the Steward Program

Past Recipients
2008	Margot Hervieux
2005	Big Lake Environmental Support Society
2004	Rainbow Equitation Society
2003	Riverlot 56 Natural Area Society
2002	Sherwood Park Natural Area Volunteer Stewards
2001	Red Deer River Naturalist Society
2000	Wagner Natural Area Society
1999	Alison Dinwoodie
1998	Dorothy Dickson
1997	Doris and Eric Hopkins

Green Shield Award

Presented to an individual or organization
Recognizing significant contributions to preservation and conservation of land, water, ecosystems and/or the plants and animals that that depend on them
Nominees have invested extensive time, often spanning many years
Created in 2001 to honor the International Year of the Volunteer

Past Recipients
2014	Harry & Annie Wit
2006	Lesser Slave Lake Bird Observatory Society
2003	Wagner Natural Area Society
2002	Eric & Doris Hopkins
2001	Des Allen & Peter Sherrington

Lifetime Volunteerism Achievement Award

Presented to an individual or couple
Recognizes a lengthy and continuous service to parks and protected areas
Nominees are a shining example of the difference one person can make, one day at a time, over a period spanning decades

Past Recipients
2017	Peter Spear
2016	Leonard and eleanor Rondeau
2006	Erik & Doris Hopkins, Gladys Pennock

Staff Awards for Contributions to Volunteerism

Volunteer Leadership Award

Presented to a staff member
Recognizing exceptional leadership contributing in a significant way to the success of park volunteerism. Efforts, at a local or provincial level, exceed the expectations of their employment

Past Recipients
2017	Marie-Pierre Chappeland
2016	Rob Hummel
2015	Frank Key
2011	Jeff Eamon
2010	Magi Scallion
2008	Clara Wakeford
2006	Ed Whitelock
2005	Don Cockerton
2003	Glenn Naylor
2002	Jim Stomp
2001	Sandra Myers
2000	Doug Pilkington

Staff Lifetime Volunteerism Achievement Award

Presented to a staff member who has previously received the Volunteer Leadership Award.
Recognizing cumulative accomplishments spanning their career. Have made a significant impact on park volunteerism, customer service, or preservation of natural history.
Presented to an individual or couple
A long standing commitment to Alberta Parks, spanning more than 25 years
Have been previously recognized with another provincial award above

Past Recipients
2009	Don Cockerton
2008	Ed Whitelock
2007	Doug Pilkington

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