Four Awards and Three Scholarships Awarded in Vancouver
On April 30, BC Recreation and Parks Association (BCRPA) presented their annual Awards of Excellence alongside the DB Perks and Associates Student Scholarship Awards.
The work of each recipient is reflected through their impact within their communities as well as their service to the recreation and parks sector.
We are pleased to recognize outstanding programs, facilities, parks and special events that have made an impact each year. Each award recognizes a project or person on the forefront of innovation, helping to move our communities forward.
Awards were presented in four categories:
| Category | Recipient |
| Parks Excellence | Sp’akw’us Feather Park, District of Squamish |
| Program Excellence | Skating at Civic Plaza, City of Surrey |
| Program Excellence (Honourable Mention) | Willing Youth Leading Diversely (WYLD) Leadership Program, District of Saanich |
| Facility Excellence | Mundy Park Pool, City of Coquitlam |
| Events & Festivals Excellence | 2025 Kamloops Christmas Market, City of Kamloops |
| Events & Festivals Excellence (Honourable Mention) | Luminous Paths: Nanaimo’s 150 & Beyond, City of Nanaimo |
Showcasing Emerging Leaders
BCRPA’s student awards and scholarships celebrate the next generation of leaders in recreation, parks, and aquatics. Their passion and commitment strengthens our communities, inspires active living, and shapes a healthier future for all British Columbians.
The DB Perks & Associates Graduating Student Scholarship Award recognizes outstanding BC post-secondary students who demonstrate excellence in their studies and a commitment to leadership in recreation and parks. These future leaders help advance BCRPA’s vision of recreation and parks as essential to the quality of life for all British Columbians.
Three scholarship recipient were awarded this year:
- Devin Stokes, University of Victoria
- Emma King, Langara
- Hunter Hieta, Vancouver Island University
BCRPA Awards of Excellence and DB Perks Student Scholarship Awards are presented each year at our annual Symposium. Please follow this page for more information on how to apply for 2027.
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