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RPAN AWARDS
2025 RPAN Award nominations are now being accepted until May 15, 2025
Click here to access the full awards nomination package.
Click here for the nomination form only.
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Know someone that should be recognized for their commitment and dedication
to recreation and sport in their community?
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The Recreation and Parks Association of Nunavut (RPAN) recognizes the dedication and achievements of recreation professionals and volunteers in Nunavut for their continuing efforts and achievements in promoting recreation and sport for all Nunavummiut.
The following Awards are presented to individuals to recognize their valued leadership contributions toward promoting recreation, leisure and healthy active lifestyles in their communities. Recipients are volunteers, professionals, involved citizens or youth. Recipients give their time, energy and commitment, developing relationships and partnerships, creating opportunities for recreation and healthy living. As well as, engaging and encouraging others to use open spaces and recreation facilities to achieve a healthy, active lifestyle
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​​2025 Sport and Recreation Awards Ceremony will be held in Iqaluit, NU on October 4, 2025.
Award recipients will be acknowledged at the ceremony and receive travel and accommodations.
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Calm Air Youth Leader Award of Excellence
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Presented to a youth leader under 30 years of age to recognize outstanding achievements in the improvement of recreation/ leisure opportunities at the local level, including but not limited to the last 12 months. The nominee’s achievements should promote the value and benefits of active living and support a healthier future for their community.
Recreation Leader Award
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The Recreation Leader Award recognizes a recreation practitioner who has made significant contributions to the growth and development of recreation services and who promote the benefits of physical activity and recreation. This includes youth leaders, supervisors, program managers, and recreation coordinators.
Volunteer of the Year Award
​Presented to a volunteer or group of volunteers 24 years of age or younger to recognize outstanding achievements in the improvement of recreation/ leisure opportunities at the local level, including but not limited to, volunteer efforts over the last 12 months. The nominee’s achievements should promote the value and benefits of active living and support a healthier future for their community.
