This release was issued under a previous government.
The Alberta Community Justice Awards are designed to recognize individuals, organizations, businesses and community groups who have made exceptional contributions to community safety, crime prevention and the criminal justice system.
These individuals and groups support community justice and improve quality of life by helping to address problems in their communities.
“There is so much remarkable work being done by people and organizations across the province who have taken bold and imaginative action to keep their communities safe. I encourage Albertans to recognize their inspiring activities with a nomination.”
The awards acknowledge the people and organizations involved with innovative projects in the areas of victims’ services, youth justice, restorative justice and other crime prevention efforts.
Nomination categories include:
- leadership
- innovation
- service enhancement
- community mobilization
- partnerships and collaboration
To nominate a community leader, submit a nomination form by Feb. 17, 2017.
The Alberta Community Justice Awards ceremony will take place in Edmonton in June. The event will be co-hosted by the Government of Alberta and the Camrose Police Service.