The Civic Service Awards are held annually to recognize individuals that bring distinction to themselves and to the Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW) in volunteer roles through committees and boards of Council.

The award recipients are announced and presented with a Civic Service Award during the annual Council recognition event held in early December.

Committees

Committees assist Council and provide opportunities for public involvement in municipal matters. Each year, the RMOW engages with a number of community organizations and has more than 100 individuals volunteering on the committees and boards.

Learn more about Committees and Boards.

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be an active member of a RMOW Select Committee of Council, Municipal Corporation or Council-Appointed Board,
• Must be a volunteer or unpaid role,
• RMOW employees are not eligible and cannot receive a Civic Service Award,
• Self-nominations are not accepted.

2024 Civic Service Awards Recipients

The Civic Service Awards are held annually to recognize individuals that bring distinction to themselves and to the Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW) in volunteer roles through Committees of Council, Council-appointed boards, RMOW-controlled entities, RMOW Working Groups and Municipal Corporations. This year’s awards were announced and presented at a Council Recognition Event held on December 11, 2024. 

Raul Bautista was recognized for their service as Member-at-Large on the Whistler Housing Authority Board of Directors. 

David Girard was recognized for their volunteer contributions to the RMOW and their role on the Housing and Strategy Committee.   

Dean Skalski was recognized for their commitment to their role as Chair and member of the Advisory Design Panel. 

Contact

Julie Farr – jfarr@whistler.ca