Seniors of Distinction Awards
We can all think of a senior who has made a difference in our lives. Every day, seniors make an impact in our community – they are mentors, volunteers, role models and loved ones, and they deserve to be recognized for all they do.
Nominations for the 2025 Seniors of Distinction Awards are now closed. Winners will be announced at our awards gala on October 1st.
Seniors can be nominated in the following categories:

Arts
The Arts Award recognizes a senior who has demonstrated artistic achievement and/or contributions or support of the arts community. All artistic disciplines are eligible: culinary, literary, performing, and visual arts, as well as craft, environmental arts, new media and music.

Leadership

Community Service
The Community Service Award recognizes a senior who has been instrumental in the creation of new or different programs, fundraisers or services that have had a significant impact on the community and/or lives of seniors. This individual is passionate about serving others.

Healthy Living
The Healthy Living Award recognizes a senior who promotes and leads by example for healthy and active programming and/or living for all ages. This senior could be a trailblazer in sports, have the greenest of thumbs, or share their knowledge to inspire the next generation.
Who is eligible to be nominated?
- An individual who is currently 65 years of age or older
- Achievements or accomplishments should have happened after 65
- Must currently live in BC’s lower mainland – from Squamish through Hope