Help Celebrate Thunder Bay’s Everyday Heroes

The City of Thunder Bay is inviting residents to help celebrate the people and groups who make our community stronger, kinder and more connected by nominating them for a 2025 Respect and Safety Award.

Two former, well-received community awards — the Respect Awards and the Mayor’s Community Safety Awards — are coming together as the new Respect and Safety Awards.

These awards honour people, groups, and organizations who make Thunder Bay a better place by fostering respect, inclusion, belonging, and well-being. From everyday acts of kindness to creative projects that bring people together, this is our chance to celebrate those who make a real difference.

What is new in 2025

• One coordinated nomination process for both award programs
• Award categories reflecting inclusion, environmental stewardship and equity
• Recognition for nominators as well as recipients
• New digital wall of respect to showcase nominees on City screens and social media
• Awards presented during the Community Safety & Well-Being Forum on September 27, 2025, at the Thunder Bay Community Auditorium.

Award Categories

1. Everyday Acts of Respect & Kindness
2. Inclusion, accessibility & Equity
3. Youth & Senior Changemakers
4. Environmental Stewardship
5. Community Safety Innovator (Mayor’s Honour)

“Strong communities are built by the people who care for them, said Louisa Costanzo, Manager Community Safety & Well-Being. “These awards are an amazing opportunity to share these stories and celebrate everyday actions that connect us and inspire us. Nominate a deserving person today!”

For more information and to nominate someone, visit: www.thunderbay.ca/respectandsafetyawards

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Contact: Stacey Levanen, Public Information & Engagement Specialist, 807-630-1113