Member Recognition

Our members are dedicated community leaders, intent on building thriving communities. Each year, ABmunis hosts a special event to recognize these extraordinary people for their hard work.  

Our awards recognize and celebrate individuals and teams who have made extraordinary contributions to their communities. Members can submit nominations for those who have served their communities in special ways. 

Nominations for the awards open in mid-spring and close around the end of June.  

Award categories include: 

Award of Excellence 

Recognizes past and present elected municipal officials with outstanding civic leadership who has held office for at least four years in Alberta. 

Distinguished Service Award 

Recognizes an elected official who has served 20 or more years in one or more Alberta municipalities. 

Dedicated Chief Administrative Officer Award 

Co-sponsored by the Society of Local Government Managers - this award recognizes long-term excellence and dedication to municipal government and chief administrative management. 

Dedicated Senior Team Award 

Co-sponsored by the Society of Local Government Managers - this award acknowledges an outstanding municipal team that demonstrated excellence and dedication to a municipal government.