Award of Excellence

A past or present municipal Elected Official who has held office for at least four years in Alberta and have demonstrated civic leadershipd of municipal politics through any combination of the following:

1. Leadership in his/her local area.
2. Leadership in the provincial context, especially service to Alberta Municipalities.
3. Leadership in the national context, i.e. service to the FCM, holding federal government office.
4. Recognized research in local government including papers, presentations on local government to local, regional, provincial, national, or international groups or organizations.

Nominating Process
A Council may nominate a peer for the Award of Excellence by completing the enclosed award nomination form.

The Municipal Secretary or City Clerk is to confirm the start date of the period of service by completing the appropriate section of the award nomination form.

The award nomination form shall be supported by biographical information on the nominee’s contribution to the community.

Award Committee
The award committee is Alberta Municipalities’ Executive Committee. 

Number of Awards
A maximum of five awards are issued in a year.

Type of Award
The award will be a certificate, plaque or other form of suitable recognition.

Time of Award
The award will be presented during the fall of 2025.

Submissions must be received on or before June 27, 2025. No late submissions accepted.