City recognizes exceptional volunteers

NEWS RELEASE
CITY OF THUNDER BAY
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THUNDER BAY – In honour of Thunder Bay’s 50th Anniversary, the Official Recognition Committee and 50th Anniversary Steering Committee will recognize individuals who have volunteered extensive time toward improving and enriching the community, shown extraordinary leadership, innovation and meaningful voluntary contributions and have a minimum of 50 years of cumulative, documented volunteer service in Thunder Bay.
 
The Citizens of Exceptional Achievement – Thunder Bay’s 50th Anniversary Volunteer Service Awards will be presented to City Council on Monday Aug. 23, 2021.
 
Nominations were open from Sept. 30 – Oct. 23, 2020, and were approved by the Official Recognition Committee, however, the presentation of these volunteer awards were delayed due to the pandemic.
 
The 50th Anniversary Award Recipients are:
 
Alice Chony – For over 50 years, Alice has dedicated her time, resources and knowledge to a variety of local organizations. Alice’s leadership and influence primarily with youth, have shaped future leaders. She is a role model who continues to mentor others to better our community.
 
Brenda Reimer – Brenda’s work with so many community organizations have provided services, assistance and caring for others. Our community is enriched by having individuals like Brenda give so willing of themselves to the greater community.
 
Crystal Kell – Crystal has made volunteering a priority in her life, especially in her retirement years. She has dedicated countless hours to so many deserving organizations in Thunder Bay.
 
Elsie Koivisto – Elsie was an active and dedicated volunteer at the Thunder Bay 55 Plus Centre for the past 29 years, starting when the centre opened in 1991. Outside of the centre, Elsie left her mark with more than a few organizations such as the Eastern Star, the Ladies Auxiliary Branch 5 of the Port Arthur Legion and a lifetime member of the Ladies of the Moose.  Sadly, Elsie passed away before the awards presentation. Her daughter, Sandra Stewart, accepted the award on her mother’s behalf.
 
For more information, visit: www.thunderbay.ca/officialrecognition