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Winners

We are thrilled to share the winners of the Community Builders Awards, designed to honour outstanding members of our community who help make our communities a better place to work, live and play.

As steadfast champions of local, we strive to support and uplift our community and that most certainly includes the innovative, resilient and inspiring people who make our communities so special.

These awards recognize the incredible achievements of ten local people, organizations or businesses in ten different categories.

Community Builders Awards: Dr. Jeff Pitcher, a true health care hero, receives first-ever Health Care Award

Community Builders Awards: Dr. Jeff Pitcher, a true health care hero, receives first-ever Health Care Award

When crisis strikes, Dr. Pitcher does not hesitate to lend a helping hand
Community Builders Awards: Community Foundation creates positive change, lasting impact in Orillia

Community Builders Awards: Community Foundation creates positive change, lasting impact in Orillia

This year’s Hall of Fame Award winner is a vital community asset that was created by and for the people of Orillia
Community Builders Awards: Couchiching Conservancy recognized for 30 years of conservation efforts in Orillia

Community Builders Awards: Couchiching Conservancy recognized for 30 years of conservation efforts in Orillia

This year’s Environment Award winner has safeguarded and preserved natural habitats in and around Orillia while uniting the community through volunteerism
Community Builders Awards: Carole Boshier’s dedication to teaching goes beyond the four walls of a traditional classroom

Community Builders Awards: Carole Boshier’s dedication to teaching goes beyond the four walls of a traditional classroom

Education Award winner instills confidence in students, parents and other teachers
Community Builders Awards: Laura Thompson recognized for advancing economic development in Orillia

Community Builders Awards: Laura Thompson recognized for advancing economic development in Orillia

The first-ever Economic Development Award celebrates Thompson for her significant contributions to business development in our community
Community Builders Awards: Honouring Pam Carter, the heart of the Mariposa Folk Festival

Community Builders Awards: Honouring Pam Carter, the heart of the Mariposa Folk Festival

The first-ever Arts Award winner for the OrilliaMatters Community Builders Award pours her heart and soul into building up Orillia’s art scene
Community Builders Awards: Youth-led environmental advocacy group wins this year’s Young Leader Award

Community Builders Awards: Youth-led environmental advocacy group wins this year’s Young Leader Award

The Simcoe County Environmental Youth Alliance works to inspire action when it comes to climate change
Community Builders Awards: Redwood Park Communities instills hope through housing here in Barrie

Community Builders Awards: Redwood Park Communities instills hope through housing here in Barrie

This year’s Unsung Hero is Redwood Park Communities, a multi-faceted organization that works to reduce the barriers faced by those experiencing homelessness
Community Builders Awards: Shak’s World builds strong athletes and leaders

Community Builders Awards: Shak’s World builds strong athletes and leaders

Shak’s World, the winner of the Sports and Recreation award, is dedicated to building a strong community and supporting sports development locally
Community Builders Awards: Ryan’s Hope carries on Ryan’s dream to help those struggling with mental health and addiction

Community Builders Awards: Ryan’s Hope carries on Ryan’s dream to help those struggling with mental health and addiction

Ryan’s Hope, the recipient of this year’s Legacy Award, was created by Ryan Nayler’s parents in honour of their son’s legacy