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Nominations open for 2023 Accessibility Awards

Journal staff The City of Sarnia is looking to the public to submit nominations for individuals and businesses that have gone above and beyond for people with disabilities.
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2022 Accessibility Award winners (from left): Cate Schenk, Maggie Hulshof and William Schenk accepting the Kevin Schenk Legacy Award for the late Kevin Schenk; Elizabeth and Brendan Bain of Bain’s BBQ, Exceptional Accessible Physical Environment Award; Monique VanHooft and Mel Johnson of the Lambton College Massage Therapy Clinic, Going Above and Beyond Award; Keira Hong, Creating Opportunities for an Inclusive Community Award; Penny Churchill of the Sarnia Observer, Prelude to Excellence for Large Business Award; Susan Chamberlain of The Book Keeper, Prelude to Excellence for Small Business Award; Julie Munday, Josh Walters and Debbie Matchett of the Mitton Village Collective, Exceptional Leadership in Customer Service Award; and Todd Martin and Joe Emilia of the Lambton County Community Paramedic Program, Outstanding Customer Service in a Social Service Award. (City Hall photo)

Journal staff

The City of Sarnia is looking to the public to submit nominations for individuals and businesses that have gone above and beyond for people with disabilities.

Nominations are now open for the annual City of Sarnia Accessibility Awards, hosted by the Sarnia Accessibility Advisory Committee (SAAC).

Now in its 11th year, the awards program recognizes local accessibility leaders who have gone the extra mile to improve accessibility and awareness for people with disabilities.

“Across our community there are those who step up, day after day, to improve the lives of individuals with a disability,” said SAAC Chair Debbie Draganits. “Their dedication to creating a safe and inclusive community deserves recognition.”

Nominations can be submitted for the following categories:

  • Prelude to Excellence (for large and small businesses)
  • Exceptional leadership in Customer
  • Creating opportunities for an Accessible
  • Exceptional Accessible Physical Environment
  • Going Above and Beyond Award
  • Outstanding Customer Service in a Social Service Sector
  • Kevin Shank Legacy Award
More information on awards categories, and an online nomination form, can be found at www.sarnia.ca/AccessibilityAwards. Nominations can also be made by contacting the City’s the Accessibility Coordinator at 519-332-0330 ext. 3307 or via email to [email protected].

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